Vertigo Review: Hitchcock’s descent into Madness
Vertigo is a thrilling masterpiece that expertly plants every seed before unveiling its true twisted purpose, earning its place as a nearly-undisputed classic.
Swiss Army Man Review: “Maybe Everyone’s A Little Ugly”
Swiss Army Man is a touching comedy/drama that’s equal parts poetic and bizarre in its exploration of existence and the purpose of life.
TRAMPS! (2023) BFI Flare Film Review
The closing film at this year’s BFI Flare Festival, TRAMPS! is an audio-visual whirlwind and a beguiling documentary that pays tribute to the New Romantic scene.
The Novice: BFI Flare Film Review
A college freshman pursues her dream to reach the top varsity team at all costs in The Novice, a breathless and harrowing journey through physical and psychological self-torture.
The Sound of Scars: BFI Flare Film Review
In the documentary The Sound of Scars, the story of the heavy metal band Life of Agony and its transgender lead singer makes for a fascinating, truly powerful watch.
Cop Secret (Film Review): Reykjavík Vice
A film that wears its clichés on its sleeve, Cop Secret is an Icelandic cop movie spoof that is effortlessly funny – yet is also about a man coming to terms with his sexuality.
To Leslie Review: Riseborough & Maron Anchor Affecting Film
To Leslie features a familiar plot, but with enough flourishes (and poignant performances from Andrea Riseborough & Marc Maron) to leave a lasting impression.
Soft & Quiet Film Review: The Horrors of Reality
Soft & Quiet masterfully plunges its viewers headfirst into some of the ugliest, most stomach-churning actions that humanity has proven itself capable of.
Windfall Review: Not Everyone Works for You
Windfall is a familiar yet well-executed pandemic thriller that takes aim at the meaning of true wealth.
X Film Review: Ti West’s A24 Slasher is a Treat
Ti West skillfully blends style with substance in A24’s X, delivering a riff on The Texas Chain Saw Massacre with a few subversive – and sexy – twists.