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Director David Leitch set out to make an old school Hollywood movie that has everything: action, drama, romance, even a little criminal detective work when he decided to create a film loosely based on the 1980s television series “The Fall Guy.�... Read the full review »

Writer-director Freddy Macdonald has a good eye for directing, and his debut feature “Sew Torn” has a wonderfully suspenseful opening. Macdonald’s an excellent visual storyteller and despite some minor amateurish mistakes, this dark comedy t... Read the full review »

Blending fact and fiction, “The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare” isn’t the movie I expected, but it’s a movie I highly enjoyed. Fully embracing his signature slick visual style, action-packed storytelling, and sly wit, director Guy Ritch... Read the full review »

I feel like “Abigail” is going to be one of those horror movies that audiences and genre fans really like. This latest project from Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett has everything you’d want in a film, and it delivers on them all. Fro... Read the full review »

I absolutely adored the bold and audacious “Love Lies Bleeding,” director Rose Glass’ sordid story of romance, violence, and redemption. Combining a lesbian love story with a brawny thriller, this gritty, bloody, and brash film was one of my... Read the full review »

The premise of “Sweet Dreams” may seem like another wacky comedy, but it is a surprisingly sincere story that delves into the serious side of addiction recovery. It’s an unusual mix of a standard drama and an inspirational sports film, which... Read the full review »

Blending Southern-fried stereotypes with low-budget horror charm, “Easter Bloody Easter” has the makings of a corny cult classic. This silly and satisfying goofball of a movie boasts cheap (and hilarious) special effects, over-the-top musical... Read the full review »

The deliciously vulgar “Wicked Little Letters” is a foul-mouthed, mild-mannered comedy that brings a farcical letter writing scandal to a 1920s English seaside town. Based on a true story, this is a tale of misogyny, hypocrisy, repression, and... Read the full review »

“Arcadian” is an average post apocalyptic survival story / creature feature. This horror thriller is too similar to other films to leave any kind of lasting or memorable impact, but it delivers enough amusement to serve as a mild distraction (... Read the full review »

“Ricky Stanicky” is a prime example of wasted potential, featuring stupid writing, unrealistic characters, and a barrage of unfunny jokes that fall flat. Directed by Peter Farrelly, this film squanders its promising premise and talented cast o... Read the full review »

Fans of elevated revenge action films are going to be flat-out dazzled by “Monkey Man,” the directorial debut of Dev Patel (who also co-wrote and stars as the titular character). Many actors are unsuccessful when attempting to make the transit... Read the full review »

Director Doug Liman’s “Road House” is a wild ride of fightin’, spittin’, cussin’, and bone snappin’, a testosterone-fueled muscle movie that’s perfect for a weekend stream. Taking a more dramatic angle with a drug and crime story,... Read the full review »

In director Johan Renck’s science fiction fantasy “Spaceman,” adapted from Jaroslav Kalfař’s 2017 novel Spaceman of Bohemia, viewers are taken on a philosophical journey into the depths of one man’s self-inflicted loneliness that manife... Read the full review »

Director Jean-Stéphane Sauvaire thoroughly succeeds at creating a bleak atmosphere of despair in “Asphalt City,” a dark, challenging project that is going to be a tough watch for many viewers. Based on the 2008 novel “Black Flies” by Shan... Read the full review »

“Bleeding Love” feels a little to “student filmy” in its portrayal of addiction and family dynamics, which makes it the trying kind of indie that’s not all that enjoyable to watch. Director Emma Westenberg makes some rookie mistakes in h... Read the full review »

Combining elements of a classic western with a story of ethics, morality, and personal redemption, “In the Land of Saints and Sinners” is a film that blends a complex character drama with an action thriller. Director Robert Lorenz explores a w... Read the full review »

I really loved the period horror film “Late Night With the Devil,” a near-total success of a genre thriller from co-writers and co-directors (and real-life brothers) Cameron and Colin Cairnes. Taking a crackerjack premise and combining it with... Read the full review »

The pedestrian biopic “Rob Peace” is a quality drama that’s highly accessible to a wide range of audiences. This is an indie film with commercial appeal, even if actor, co-writer, and director Chiwetel Ejiofor’s storytelling feels far too... Read the full review »

Director Carla Gutierrez’s documentary “Frida” offers a deeply intimate journey through the tumultuous life, passionate relationships, and stunning works created by the legendary artist Frida Kahlo. With most of her story told through Kahlo�... Read the full review »

With its mix of horror, pitch black drama, and psychological thriller, “Hunting Daze” delivers an unpredictable viewing experience. Writer / director Annick Blanc takes audiences on a disturbing journey into the darkest depths of human nature... Read the full review »

The unpleasantly crowded documentary “She Looks Like Me,” from director Torquil Jones, is weighed down by too much story. It’s almost like two movies in one, and it would’ve worked so much better if Jones had elected to reveal his narrativ... Read the full review »

Director Sarah Dowland’s documentary “Sue Bird: In the Clutch” plays like a career highlight reel of its subject, one of the true GOATs of women’s professional basketball. The film delves into Bird’s life history features candid intervie... Read the full review »

Just when you think the world is broken and all is lost, a beautiful little film like “Every Little Thing” comes along and restores your faith in humanity. This touching, inspiring, and uplifting documentary about a hummingbird rehabber and he... Read the full review »

Shirley Chisholm is one of the more interesting female historical figures, yet many have never even heard her name. That’s why it was a pleasure to see writer-director John Ridley’s “Shirley,” an entertaining look at the first-ever black C... Read the full review »

What better person could there be to tell a complicated story about veterans than a veteran himself? That’s one of the reasons co-writer and director Kyle Hausmann-Stokes’ “My Dead Friend Zoe” works so well. A decorated former Staff Sgt. w... Read the full review »

“Kung Fu Panda 4” is the weakest entry in DreamWorks Animation’s portly martial arts warrior series, but it still has enough “skadoosh” to bring enjoyment to kids and adults alike. Consisting of recycled content that’s grown weary, the... Read the full review »

Documentary “Brandy Hellville & the Cult of Fashion” is a damning exposé of the dark underbelly of the clothing industry, focusing its lens on the controversial brand Brandy Melville and its toxic impact not only on its core customer base of... Read the full review »

The casual nature of director Alison Tavel’s documentary “Resynator” fits like a familiar glove, making it the perfect style for such a highly personal story. This is a film that starts out with one goal in mind but midway through, takes an... Read the full review »

“Lisa Frankenstein” is a movie that practically screams out, “this one’s for all the weirdos!” The brainchild of screenwriter Diablo Cody and director Zelda Williams, this campy and eccentric film is thoroughly bizarre, shaking up Mary S... Read the full review »

The lack of focus from director Peter Sillen makes “Love Machina” a trying documentary despite a mildly interesting subject. Sillen can’t quite decide where he wants to center his film, which makes for a messy, confusing, and often boring re... Read the full review »

The by-the-book documentary “The Greatest Night in Pop” isn’t particularly well made or insightful, but it is an absolutely blast. This film, from director Bao Nguyen, amounts to a 1980s time capsule and walk down memory lane for Gen Xers. A... Read the full review »

It’s inevitable that writer-director Jon Bell’s “The Moogai” will encourage comparisons to Jennifer Kent’s 2014 film “The Babadook” due to its similar subject matter and themes. It’s not a carbon copy, but this trauma horror tale d... Read the full review »

“The Taste of Things” is a romantic drama that’s also a historically accurate period film about food. Set in 1885, this is a slow moving love letter to the art and style of French cuisine, and director Anh Hung Tran takes great pleasure in h... Read the full review »

The undeniable appeal and charisma of rapper-turned-actor Snoop Dogg is the highlight of R-rated comedy “The Underdoggs,” a not half bad inspirational sports film from director Charles Stone III. Loosely based on the Snoop Youth Football Leagu... Read the full review »