Even the intriguing and novel notions of this indie drama make this relatively short film feel long and tedious.
“Everything I learned I learned from the movies.”
― Audrey Hepburn
'The Nightingale' film review: 'Babadook' director's brutal revenge flick dares audiences not to walk out
Anyone who can make it through the visceral brutality of this film's first act must then endure a gripping but emotionally punishing rebuke of colonialism dressed up as a revenge thriller.
'The Mountain' film review: Goldblum transfixes in a pensive, cold lobotomy drama
This arthouse drama is strongest when it takes in the medieval psychiatric procedure and its staunch evangelist - but quickly loses its focus when it explores other themes and characters.
'Ready or Not' film review: Wickedly fun horror comedy takes aim at the elites
Yes, someone finally made a hide-and-seek movie -- and its simplicity belies the fact that this mystery-thriller is a gleefully evil, sharp and joyfully entertaining ride.
'Cold Case Hammarskjöld' film review: Chilling, gripping & oddly charming trip down a conspiracy rabbit hole
An all-but-forgotten plane crash that killed a United Nations secretary quickly unfolds a vast conspiracy to control the future of Africa in this mystery-documentary.
'Monument' film review: Menace, ambiguity underscore this experimental tone poem
Like the proverbial frog in boiling water, this enigmatic, cryptic and unconventional Polish thriller patiently immerses the audience into an upsetting nightmare.
'Extra Ordinary' film review: Hilarious subversion of horror's scariest subgenre
What "Shaun of the Dead" did for zombies and "What We Do in the Shadows" did for vampires, this hilariously off-kilter horror comedy is an absurd take on the demonic possession genre.
'Luce' film review: Provocative, incisive family drama indicts expectations & stereotypes
Penetrating and intense, this riveting family drama leverages conflicted self-identity against preconceptions and assumptions.
'Love, Antosha' film review: Heartfelt tribute to a son, friend & artist
A loving portrait of a remarkable talent, this touching documentary is a joy-filled and poignant celebration of a young man taken far too early.
'Sword of Trust' film review: Marc Maron shines in Civil War "truther" conspiracy comedy
A standout lead performance and fun character dynamics make up for a meandering narrative that ultimately sputters at the end.
'The Lion King' film review: Slavishly devoted remake ... is OK
The supposed live-action remake of a beloved animated classic is a perfectly fine film that is not live action nor is it really a reimagining ... but it's still good.
'Summer Night' film review: Laid-back, nostalgic take on the angst of adulting
Packed with a talented cast of young actors and several interconnected plot threads, the coming-of-age romantic comedy has a lot of moving parts, but it fundamentally captures the essence of youthful heartache, worry and elation.
'Spider-Man: Far From Home' film review: Fun 'Endgame' epilogue & a strong standalone Spidey story
Following up the landmark and game-changing cinematic event that was "Avengers: Endgame" is no enviable task - but everyone’s favorite wall-crawler saves the day.
'The Dead Don't Die' film review: Jarmusch's zombie flick should have stayed dead
The one-sheet poster loudly proclaims this film as having the "greatest zombie cast ever." Technically true - but there’s little “great” about this slog.
SIFF 2019 Interview: 'International Falls' director Amber McGinnis
The director chats about the challenges of filming in the snowbound midwest and finding the perfect balance between funny and sad.
'Here Comes Hell' film review: Failed horror-comedy 'camp' is just tired kitsch
In trying to recapture the distinct, surrealistic feel of a 1930s film, this throwback comes off as a cheap reproduction rather than a genuine recreation.
'The Souvenir' film review: Staid in tone, radical in execution & tedious to endure
For better or worse, this British romance is a film that is ... whatever is the polar opposite of exposition-laden storytelling.
'Godzilla: King of the Monsters' film review: Long live the king - long may he reign
Everybody knows Godzilla - but the iconic Toho city destroyer is best remember for his legendary battles against other crazy big monsters. And that's exactly what the audience gets with this all-star monster brawl flick
'Rocketman' film review: Bold, vibrant musical worthy of the music icon
With a stellar lead performance, breathtaking energy and a story anchored completely in its protagonist, this is one of the very best biopics in years.
'Banana Split' film review: Sharp comedy upends the unwritten rules for dating, friendship
A tired trope of every teen flick is the girl loathing her ex-boyfriend's current girlfriend. This refreshing and hilarious “chicks before dicks” comedy dares to ask "what if they didn’t totally hate each other?"