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THE NUN: Silly Jump-Scare "Nun-sense"
THE NUN: Silly Jump-Scare “Nun-sense”

With adequate locations and a potentially interesting atmosphere, The Nun creates a darkly lit ordeal that is one silly “nun-sensical” roller coaster ride of jump scares.

ALONE TOGETHER Season 2: A Wonderfully Funny and Realistic Depiction of Friendship
ALONE TOGETHER Season 2: A Wonderfully Funny & Realistic Depiction Of Friendship

Season two of Alone Together captures the realism and humor of its first season, while also developing its characters and their relationship.

OUR NEW PRESIDENT: An Election Seen Through Russian Eyes
OUR NEW PRESIDENT: An Election Seen Through Russian Eyes

Our New President lets the Russian news about Trump tell its own story, but a bit more structure would have made it clearer and stronger.

PAPILLON: Unnecessary Remake Says Nothing New
PAPILLON: Unnecessary Remake Says Nothing New

Papillon could have been an inspirational triumph of the human spirit, but instead it ends up as a slog, with little momentum to keep it going. 

KIN: Promising Sci-Fi Thriller Self-Destructs
KIN: Promising Sci-Fi Thriller Self-Destructs

Kin is a meandering road saga, filled with detours and dull patches and an ending that is both truly bizarre and unintentionally funny.

THE HAPPYTIME MURDERS: A Less Than Joyful Killing Spree
THE HAPPYTIME MURDERS: A Less Than Joyful Killing Spree

With its clichéd and unoriginal plot, The Happytime Murders proves the era of puppets for adult entertainment may not be as effective as it once was.

OPERATION FINALE: Revenge & Justice Clash In Somber True Story
OPERATION FINALE: Revenge & Justice Clash In Somber True Story

Operation Finale is pensive and provocative, but it also feels a desire to thrill viewers remaining limited by its adherence to the spy genre.

ODD BRODSKY: A Charming Tale Of An Odd Woman Who Never Gives Up On Her Dreams
ODD BRODSKY: A Charming Tale About Not Giving Up On Dreams

Odd Brodsky is a new take on the Cinderella story, with fresh faces, unconventional characters of the underdog variety that is full of hope and a wacky sense of wisdom.

MINDING THE GAP: A Profound, Gentle Portrait Of Abuse & Survival
MINDING THE GAP: A Profound, Gentle Portrait Of Abuse & Survival

Minding the Gap is a harrowing portrait of trauma and abuse, and a hypnotic rumination on what it means to film, be filmed, and see yourself in film. And its ending is momentous.

Kusama: Infinity - A Heartfelt Piece of Filmmaking
KUSAMA: INFINITY: A Heartfelt Piece Of Filmmaking

Kusama: Infinity is a great introduction to the artist’s life and work, but it will definitely leave you wanting to seek out more information.

WHO IS AMERICA?: An Aimless & Disjointed Comedy Slog
WHO IS AMERICA?: An Aimless & Disjointed Comedy Slog

Who is America? doesn’t know if it wants to remain apolitical, embarrass right-wing figures, or take down the president – and its lack of focus is its downfall.

AN L.A. MINUTE: The Velocity of Fame and Fortune
AN L.A. MINUTE: The Velocity Of Fame & Fortune

With a distinctly nineties feel, An L.A. Minute is surreal and thought-provoking, even in its imperfect moments.

SLENDER MAN: The Film That Ran Away From Its Creators
SLENDER MAN: The Film That Ran Away From Its Creators

If what you’re after is a mainstream horror film with scares that come thick and fast, save your money and skip Slender Man.

BOARDING SCHOOL: This School Teaches a Whole New Brand of Horror
BOARDING SCHOOL: This School Teaches A Whole New Brand Of Horror

Boarding School follows in suit with the continued reinvigoration of the horror genre, breaking away from the cliché and introducing new scares.

SEARCHING: A Cautionary Tale Elevated by a Gimmick
SEARCHING: A Cautionary Tale Elevated By A Gimmick

A striking cautionary tale with authentic performances, Searching is a small thriller whose computer-screen gimmick actually elevates its subject matter.