The Beta Test punctures the Hollywood alpha male and then sets him on fire
‘The Beta Test’ is that rare “Oh, that Hollywood!” movie that actually delivers on its promise… continue reading
IFC Films
Embattled punches its way to escape an abusive cycle
‘Embattled’ truly has something good at heart, even if it’s a bit muddled in execution… continue reading
The Nest tells us that pretty people have problems too
‘The Nest’ slow burns a house on metaphorical fire as a family threatens to collapse on itself… continue reading
A Call to Spy tells a tense tale of some real life female spies in WWII
‘A Call to Spy’ is a bit oddly paced at times, but the sacrifices it shows feel real… continue reading
Sputnik is a Russian sci-fi film that delivers suspense
The tone for the film crafts a dark and mysterious setting that keeps building as the film progresses… continue reading
Is The Rental worth a rental? Jeremy Fogelman & Justin Moore review it
Two critics have differing opinions on Dave Franco’s new thriller… continue reading
The Nightingale offers a hard and difficult look back at the sins of a nation
‘The Nightingale’ is a revenge drama mixed with a brutal examination of the crimes against Tasmania… continue reading
The Wind is a suspenseful Western thriller
A psychological horror film set in the Western frontier of the late 1800s is not something you see every day… continue reading
Diane is a movie that is for only one audience: film critics
‘Diane’ plods in darkness to hide the subtle acting depth within… continue reading
Crown Heights tells a poignant true story in a way that may just resonate
The wrongful conviction of ‘Crown Heights’ is a frustrating story, but in a good way… continue reading
The Man Who Knew Infinity is about finding beauty and faith in a time of war and mathematics
‘The Man Who Knew Infinity’ is a fascinating biopic that will soon be forgotten… continue reading
The D Train :: Yanking comedy from the depths of depression and darkness
‘The D Train’ isn’t a rollicking Jack Black comedy, but more a bizarre dramatic movie with a bunch of Jack Black comedic moments… continue reading
Clouds of Sils Maria has a sheen of arthouse cool but isn’t for everyone
‘Clouds of Sils Maria’ looks stunning and has great acting, but is it deep or just trying too hard?… continue reading