romance

YESTERDAY: A Feel Good Love Letter To The Fab Four
YESTERDAY: A Feel Good Love Letter To The Fab Four

While Yesterday isn’t perfect, it’s the lighthearted, fun, summer movie that we need right now.

OPHELIA: An Enticing Revisionist Film That Showcases Daisy Ridley's Talents
OPHELIA: An Enticing Revisionist Film That Showcases Daisy Ridley’s Talents

Told from a female perspective, and benefitting from a seminal performance by Daisy Ridley, Ophelia rewrites history in a more favorable light.

ONLY YOU: A Deceptive Romantic Drama
ONLY YOU: A Deceptive Romantic Drama

Only You flips our expectations of a whirlwind cinematic romance to offer a painfully realistic look at the struggle to start a family.

The Beginner's Guide: Carlos Reygadas
The Beginner’s Guide: Carlos Reygadas, Director

Carlos Reygadas is a filmmaker who’s art embodies a self-examination of human existence down to the molecule of each celluloid strip.

LETO: The Contradiction Of Rock In The Soviet Union
LETO: The Contradiction Of Rock In The Soviet Union

Leto finds a balance between the reality of early rock under a communist regime and the fantasy rockers imagined.

Queerly Ever After 3: PRINCESS CYD (2017)
Queerly Ever After #3: PRINCESS CYD (2017)

A beautifully poignant piece, Princess Cyd is a breezy treatment of sexuality, spirituality and women’s relationships in lieu of drama for drama’s sake.

BITE ME: An Edgy Addition To The Rom-Com Genre
BITE ME: An Edgy Addition To The Rom-Com Genre

With the strength in its original script and performances, Bite Me is an incredibly refreshing rom-com that has a lot to say about today’s world.

TRACKS: This Tedious Rom Com Leaves Bad Traces Behind
TRACKS: Tedious Rom Com Leaves Bad Traces Behind

Tracks is a rather tedious ride that doesn’t possess any of the characteristics a rom com should have in order to soar.

THE BOSTONIANS: An Unconventional Love Triangle Centers a Merchant Ivory Classic
THE BOSTONIANS: An Unconventional Love Triangle Centers A Merchant Ivory Classic

Look past the frilly costumes and posh accents of The Bostonians, you’ll find a battle of the sexes that remains relevant into the 21 century.

IN REALITY: A Relatable Autobiography Of A Friend-Zoned Woman
IN REALITY: A Relatable Autobiography Of A Friend-Zoned Woman

In Reality might not fully pass The Bechdel Test, but it’s a fun exploration of dating life and Ann Lupo’s filmmaking skills. Tuesday Blue reviews.

DARK VICTORY: Triumph Over Tragedy
DARK VICTORY: Triumph Over Tragedy

Dark Victory is yet another film released during the landmark year of 1939 all but cementing Bette Davis’ reputation as a force of nature.

IN THE AISLES: A Bittersweet Glimpse Behind the Shelves
IN THE AISLES: A Bittersweet Glimpse Behind the Shelves

In the Aisles takes audiences deep into the emotional lives of people who seem destined to hover on the periphery and highlights the beauty to be found there if one bothers to look.

THE SOUVENIR: Observing An Inevitably Doomed Relationship
THE SOUVENIR: Observing An Inevitably Doomed Relationship

The Souvenir is a refreshingly honest look at first love, class and privilege and includes a great performance by Honor Swinton Byrne. Janet Lee reviews.

THE TROUBLE WITH YOU: A Triumphant French Comedy
THE TROUBLE WITH YOU: A Triumphant French Comedy

A big crowd-pleasing comedy that truly delivers, The Trouble With You is simply a very funny film with a very large heart.

ALWAYS BE MY MAYBE: A Middling Rom-Com Still Manages to Be Refreshing
ALWAYS BE MY MAYBE: A Middling Rom-Com Still Manages To Be Refreshing

Despite the mediocrity in storytelling, with the rapport of the leads, it’s hard not to cheer for Always Be My Maybe.