United States
As a coming-of-age tale, Liza, Liza, Skies Are Grey is inoffensive, as a reminiscence of the Cold War years, it’s inert, as a whole it’s completely inconsequential.
In Megan Freels Johnston’s The Ice Cream Truck, sweet treats and sugary snacks are traded for bloodshed and suburban violence.
More Than a Word discusses and explores the Washington football team’s controversial name, casting new light on a longstanding issue.
Chronically Metropolitan is a quirky romantic indie about life in New York City; though not perfect, it’s reasonably enjoyable.
With effective sound design and plenty of earned scares, Annabelle: Creation is another successful entry in the continuing Conjuring saga.
The Incredible Jessica James has an infectious charm to it, bolstered by Williams’ strong lead performance and a positive central message.
Ying & Yang is empowering and heartbreaking, giving a window into the messed up mind of a man deciding his own fate.
Though with potential, Risk is ultimately an unoriginal look at Julian Assange, and pales in comparison to Poitras’ past work.
Beyond Food is a documentary that explores recent trends and diets in the food industry, asking advice from numerous professionals. We spoke with director Tom Reyes.
Lacking substance or exploration of themes, The Bad Batch is a pointless post-apocalyptic, psychedelic trip to nowhere-land.
The Dark Tower may not be a complete disaster, but it has numerous flaws that weigh down what could have been an entertaining film.
Another entry in the continuing trend of independent horror, Cut Shoot Kill just manages to stand out amongst the masses.
Whose Streets? is a black story told by black voices, presenting a perspective that has remained elided in mainstream debate over black bodies and lives.
Although unashamedly made for the youngest audiences possible, Captain Underpants is infectiously charming to all ages.
A wonderful debut from essayist Kogonada, Columbus is as much about slowing down and taking stock of your life as it is a slow burn in itself.