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