Moving Review: Singular Coming of Age Drama
Moving, Shinji Sōmai’s poetic film about a family going through a divorce, is a prime example of the late director’s talent at portraying adolescence on screen.
Ababouiné Fantasia Review: Forcier’s Welcomed Return
In Ababouiné, André Forcier takes down the politics of the Maurice Duplessis era through a darkly comic lens and paves a new way forward.
The Killers Fantasia Review: Alluring Crime Anthology
The Killers is a crime anthology helmed by four gifted directors that features contract killer tales with distinctive style and vision.
Self Driver Fantasia Review: Fighting To Survive
Self Driver asks one simple question: How far is an individual who’s struggling financially willing to go to make fast cash?
The Instigators Review: Thrilling, Comedic Heist
The Instigators reunites Matt Damon and Casey Affleck for a comedic heist full of on-screen chemistry, entertaining action, and hilarious sibling-like banter.
Párvulos Fantasia Review: Pandemic Thriller with Bite
Isaac Ezban crafts a compelling family drama in Párvulos, a Zombie thriller that takes inspiration from the fallout of a global pandemic.
The King of the Indies Review: Large Stakes on Small Scale
The King of the Indies documents a little-known tradition with the intensity and respect it deserves, showing how some of the best stories are also the most niche.
Kensuke’s Kingdom Review: Simple & Heartfelt Animation
Kensuke’s Kingdom takes full advantage of its simple story with vivid animation and detail that evoke heartfelt childlike wonder.
The Tenants Fantasia Film Review: Dystopian Disarray
Yoon Eun-kyoung’s outstanding directorial debut The Tenants explores the vast struggles of social disparity when living in a rich society.
Peak Season Review: Vibrant Summer Romance
Peak Season takes the universal concept of love and transforms it into something achingly singular through beautiful imagery and fun characters.
