James Cameron is one of this generation’s most innovative filmmakers. Cameron has revolutionized the industry throughout his career with technological advances in both practical and visual effects. Going back to the T-800 in 1984’s The Terminator to […]
To borrow a term from “The Rewatchables,” Steven Spielberg’s “Apex Mountain” can be seen spread throughout multiple decades. From the creation of the “Summer Blockbuster” with Jaws in the ’70s to one of the most influential sci-fi […]
Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe has divided fans like never before. As a result, what was once the most beloved film franchise property today has become one of the most dissected and divisive […]
Over the past few years, the Harvey Weinstein sexual harassment scandal has been a talking point in the film industry. The gathered evidence against the Hollywood titan assisted in kick-starting the #MeToo movement. One that […]
Rian Johnson has garnered quite a reputation as one of the best-working directors today. From his breakout film in 2012, Looper, to his entry into a galaxy, far, far away, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, the director’s projects have […]
Going into 2022, one of the year’s most anticipated films was one that I was hesitant to embrace fully. The subject matter in Darren Aronofsky’s The Whale hits home in multiple facets; however, as a fan of […]
I’m guilty of not being a massive fan of films from an animal perspective or those dealing with animals. It’s a crude statement that stems from very simplistic reasoning. Animal cruelty and deaths on screen […]
Luca Guadagnino has had quite an exciting run since 2017. Call Me By Your Name is viewed by many as the best film of 2017 and one I consider pretty good. Unfortunately, after the film’s critical […]
Since the Cannes Film Festival concluded, one of the most talked about films has been Aftersun, the directorial debut of Charlotte Wells. After its premiere and winning the French Touch Jury Prize at the festival, the film […]
Following his debut release, Clerks, Kevin Smith became an indy darling and the talk of the industry as a filmmaker to look out for. Since, Smith has crafted a filmography that is either hit or […]
As we enter the mid-point of 2022, the horror genre continues to cement itself as one of the essential genres in cinema. With films such as X, Scream, Hatching, Fresh, and The Sadness, it’s safe to say the genre […]
Academy Award winner Nicolas Cage has had quite a career. Nephew to Academy Award winner Francis Ford Coppola, Cage began his career with hits such as Valley Girl, Raising Arizona, Moonstruck, Wild at Heart, culminating with his […]
Since his debut film, The VVitch, in 2015, Robert Eggers has cemented himself as one of the most intriguing and unique directors working today. With its cerebral pacing and spine tingling finale, Eggers captured cinephiles’ attention and […]
When it comes to a Disney/Pixar collaboration, the question is never if the film will be good, but how good is it. With the studio’s release of Turning Red this week, Disney/Pixar lives up to that reputation […]
Every year the Sundance Film Festival has that one film that stands out as the ultimate crowd-pleaser of the festival. Last year, it was Coda. I was pretty excited to see what film, or if there […]
Full of earned twists and turns, Fresh may be one of the best narrative features at Sundance this year. […]
There is no denying that Rebecca Hall is on fire. Hall had her directorial debut at last year’s Sundance Film Festival with Passing and gave one of the most underrated performances of 2021 in The Night […]
A week after Spielberg did the impossible and made a fantastic remake of a classic film as good as what came before, fellow Oscar winner Guillermo Del Toro does the same with Nightmare Alley. However, […]
With the release of one of the best films of the year, The Novice, here is my review of the film from this years Tribeca Film Festival. A competitive spirit is one that I’ve held onto throughout […]
The idea of remaking iconic Best Picture winners is not a foreign concept. Over the years, remakes of beloved classics and staples of the Academy Awards have received the remake treatment. Films such as Mutiny on […]
Sports films have had quite a beneficial relationship with the Academy Awards. From Best Picture nominees Raging Bull, and The Fighter to Best Picture winners Rocky, Chariots of Fire, and Million Dollar Baby, the genre has continued success in pop-culture conversation and awards […]
The Last Duel is the latest historical epic from the legendary Ridley Scott, and I have to say it’s easily his best since Gladiator. This is the first of his two films releasing this year, with […]
After countless delays and a long 18-month wait, No Time to Die, the farewell swang song for Daniel Craig as James Bond after 15 years, has arrived. Boy, does it deliver! It’s a vast improvement […]
Adaptations of William Shakespeare’s work have been a staple of cinema for decades upon decades. Shakespeare stands as one of the most adapted writers in cinema history. With those adaptations come various interpretations; some good […]
Stephen Karam’s Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning play The Humans is one of the most beloved plays in quite a while. So there is no surprise that a film adaptation of the play would be put into motion. […]
Gen Z folks will find it hard to realize how immensely huge Alanis Morissette was in the 1990s. The artist broke the mold with her look and meteoric rise to superstardom after releasing the second […]
Make no bones about it. I’ve loved Kenny G for most of my life. However, I’ve found the hate on the man to be one of the most baffling things I’ve seen online over the […]
Academy Award winner Barry Levinson is recognized as one of this generation’s most respected filmmakers. With an extensive filmography including Good Morning, Vietnam, Bugsy, Liberty Heights, Sleepers, Wag The Dog, and the Academy Award-winning Rain Man, Levinson has truly […]
Richard Linklater’s Before Sunrise is one of my favorite films of the ’90s and one of the best depictions of a natural interaction that blooms into a friendship/relationship. As someone who expects a more realistic approach to […]
The immigration debate in this country offers up an array of different opinions. Whichever side you lean towards, those voices are heard throughout the social media landscape and our news media. But, unfortunately, one of […]
I’ve never been shy to talk about how little I connect with Jane Campion films. Going back to 1993’s Oscar-winning The Piano, I’ve yet to feel a connection with her movies. While always challenging, her films have […]
Céline Sciamma is one of the most exciting filmmakers working today. After dazzling cinephiles back in 2019 with her instant classic, Portrait of a Lady on Fire, there was no doubt that the intrigue would be at […]
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings is another winner for the MCU and their best origin story since Captain America: The First Avenger. As somebody who wasn’t over the moon about the trailers, […]
Over the past 13 years, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has created a second nature feel to their releases, so when the COVID-19 pandemic hit last year, it was pretty surreal for cinephiles to imagine a […]
Over the past year, there have been films released that were shot during the COVID-19 pandemic that have been downright uninteresting and lacking any form of entertainment. But, one of the films presented as the […]
A competitive spirit is one that I’ve held onto throughout my life. Whether it’s athletics, debating, or within my professional career, I’ve always strived to be the best I can be. The idea has never […]
There are few sure things in life – death, taxes, and the fact that every year, a film lands on your lap that utterly surprises you and leaves you longing for more. This film deserves […]
They say you always remember your first time as a cinephile. I am pretty confident that we all remember the first time we experienced our first theatrical experience. Whether that experience led to becoming an […]
Editor’s Note: David wrote this review after the original March 8, 2020, NYC screening of A Quiet Place Part II. We’ve updated it for 2021. We’re so happy you can finally read it. Two years […]
While it’s not as strong as The Father, The Artist’s Wife tells a similar story dealing with someone affected by Alzheimer’s disease and the effect it has on those around you. This film resonated with me […]
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