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Horrific Inquiry: BURIED (2010)
Horrific Inquiry: BURIED (2010)

For this Horrific Inquiry, we take a look at the 2010 horror starring Ryan Reynolds: Buried.

MEN: Don't You Know That You're Toxic?
MEN: Don’t You Know That You’re Toxic?

Unfortunately, Men starts as a very strong and legitimately scary exploration of heady issues but unravels in the final third act.

CHOOSE OR DIE: Watch? Or Not Watch?
CHOOSE OR DIE: Watch? Or Not Watch?

And while not an instant horror classic, giving in to its at times predictable storyline and faults in believability, it definitely proves itself a worthy player.

BELFAST: A Film With Heart
BELFAST: A Film With Heart

Belfast is a film that will creep into the recesses of your mind, its upbeat music and deeply rooted examination of family and the journey unforgettable.

NO TIME TO DIE Countdown: NO TIME TO DIE Revisited
NO TIME TO DIE Countdown: NO TIME TO DIE Revisited

This was inevitable. When I originally concluded this column, nearly six months ago (coinciding with…

COW: Andrea Arnold’s Poignant Documentary On The Mother Behind Your Carton Of Milk
COW: Andrea Arnold’s Poignant Documentary On The Mother Behind Your Carton Of Milk

Andrea Arnold’s poignant documentary Cow is doused in transparency and truth – the hardest pill to swallow.

BORIS KARLOFF: THE MAN BEHIND THE MONSTER: A Moving Tribute To A Legend
BORIS KARLOFF: THE MAN BEHIND THE MONSTER: A Moving Tribute To A Legend

It is not only a love letter to the passion exhibited by its subject, but an encapsulation of an inspiration that still lives on today.

POLY STYRENE: I AM A CLICHÉ: A Legendary Life
POLY STYRENE: I AM A CLICHÉ: A Legendary Life

Poly Styrene: ​I Am A Clichè keeps her legacy alive, while also recognizing that behind the iconic music and photos she was a real, flawed woman.

THE LAUREATE: A Literary Biopic Exploring The Darkness Of Its Subjects
THE LAUREATE: A Literary Biopic Exploring The Darkness Of Its Subjects

While crafts a uniquely haunting atmosphere, The Laureate focuses too much on its plot and not enough on the unique personalities of its characters.

A BANQUET: Clear Away This Table
A BANQUET: Strong Performances Can’t Save This Meal

With strong performances and technically sound decisions, A Banquet is let down by the immense wealth of perspectives it attempts to harness.

MERRY CHRISTMAS, MR. LAWRENCE: War Crimes and Christmas Time
MERRY CHRISTMAS, MR. LAWRENCE: War Crimes and Christmas Time

Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence is a beautiful film, and despite its grim subject matter, there is an underlying sense of warmth to it.

THE KING'S MAN: More Class Than Crass While Still Kicking Ass
THE KING’S MAN: More Class Than Crass While Still Kicking Ass

Combined with Vaughn’s ability, there’s a genuine surprise to this entry that may make this the best of the series.

THE FEAST: Skip To Dessert
THE FEAST: Skip To Dessert

The Feast is a well-crafted film, boasting exquisite shots that deserve their place in horror recognition, but the story itself drags it down.

SPENCER: A Prolific Examination of Mental Health
SPENCER: A Prolific Examination of Mental Health

Spencer is fictitious, yet grounded in reality, a prolific examination of mental health through isolation and suffocation of tradition and restraint.

LAST NIGHT IN SOHO: There’s A Ghost In My House
LAST NIGHT IN SOHO: There’s A Ghost In My House

Last Night in Soho immediately pulls you in with its colorful visuals and strong performances but it lacks the subtlety necessary to be truly impactful.