romance

PARIS CAN WAIT: Intolerable Wandering
PARIS CAN WAIT: Intolerable Wandering

There’s a way, many ways, actually, to make a satisfying film about a lighthearted romp, but Paris Can Wait never finds any of these paths.

FRANK VS. GOD: An Important Farce That Gives Atheists A Voice
FRANK VS. GOD: An Important Farce That Gives Atheists A Voice

Frank Vs. God delivers a solid thought provoking film about a man who loses everything and fights against the term “act of good”.

THE LOVERS: Love The One You're With
THE LOVERS: Love The One You’re With

The Lovers is an alternative romance that considers the harsh reality that maybe one love isn’t forever, and is simply the stuff of movies.

THE WEDDING INVITATION: Furiously Funny Female Driven Rom-Com
THE WEDDING INVITATION: Furiously Funny Female Driven Rom-Com

Rainy Kerwin’s debut film The Wedding Invitation is a well done romantic comedy with a strong story executed by a strong female cast.

EVERYTHING, EVERYTHING: Not Exactly Everything, But Almost
EVERYTHING, EVERYTHING: Not Exactly Everything, But Almost

Everything, Everything follows Maddy, who has spent her entire life confined to her home due to an illness, but falls for the boy next door.

BEFORE THE FALL: Lost In Adaptation
BEFORE THE FALL: Lost In Adaptation

Although the idea of reimagining Pride & Prejudice with a same-sex couple, Before The Fall lacks the fiery spirit of the source material.

The Beginner's Guide: Derek Cianfrance, Director
The Beginner’s Guide: Derek Cianfrance, Director

Music, improvisation and intimacy: these are the ingredients that have made Derek Cianfrance’s films such emotionally-satisfying treats.

PICKPOCKET: Crime & Punishment Of The Mundane
PICKPOCKET: Crime & Punishment Of The Mundane

Pickpocket (1959) is an intricately staged, intimate character study from Robert Bresson – solidifying itself as one of his greatest works.

ANNIE WAITS: Stuck At the Intersection Between Life & Relationships
ANNIE WAITS: Stuck At The Intersection Between Life & Relationships

Annie Waits is a well-made short comedy that explores strong themes of young identity and love.

The Beginner's Guide: Wes Anderson, Director
The Beginner’s Guide: Wes Anderson, Director

One of the true auteurs of cinema working today, Wes Anderson has become distinguished for his uniquely visual, quirky character-driven films.

THEIR FINEST: Not Surprising, But Nice Enough
THEIR FINEST: Not Surprising, But Nice Enough

This World War ll film is entertaining, though unfortunately Their Finest doesn’t really impress as it should.

THE FALLEN IDOL: A Master Portrait Of Turmoil From A Child's Perspective
THE FALLEN IDOL: A Master Portrait Of Turmoil From A Child’s Perspective

The Fallen Idol is a fascinating look at adultery through the eyes of an innocent child, and has had a long-standing legacy as a result.

SOMEWHERE BEAUTIFUL: Failing To Find Focus
SOMEWHERE BEAUTIFUL: Fails To Find Focus

Though captured beautifully, Somewhere Beautiful suffers from an unfocused script and rushed direction by Albert Kodagolian.

COUNTING FOR THUNDER: A Missed Opportunity
COUNTING FOR THUNDER: A Missed Opportunity

Partly autobiographical, Counting for Thunder is a film that sometimes works, but mostly fails in its attempt to blend both drama and comedy.

THE OTHER HALF: An Unconventional Love Story That Speaks Volumes
THE OTHER HALF: An Unconventional Love Story That Speaks Volumes

The Other Half is a balanced portrait of not only a tangible and tender romance, but of a subject so little-seen in film; mental illness.