Sound of Falling Review: Haunted House Story
With her uber-confident second feature film Sound of Falling, director Mascha Schilinski artfully dissects the 20th century in Germany.
Caravan Review: A Mother’s Rebirth
Zuzana Kirchnerová’s Caravan gives dimension, nuance and grace to mothers serving as the sole caretaker for intellectually disabled children.
Sentimental Value Review: Dad’s Girls on Film
Joachim Trier delivers another portrait of modern familial angst with honesty and self-awareness in Cannes highlight Sentimental Value.
Sirens (Netflix) Review: Twisted Dark Comedy
With a unique setting and unforgettable characters, Sirens is an exciting tale of power, wealth, sisterhood, and how these come together.
The Chronology of Water: Film Review
Kristen Stewart’s The Chronology of Water is a feat in experimental filmmaking that refuses to dilute itself for its audience’s viewing comfort.
Lilo & Stitch (2025) Review: Ohana on My Mind
Disney’s heartfelt Lilo & Stitch remake captures the original’s charm with stellar performances and a deft touch from director Dean Fleischer Camp.
Nouvelle Vague (2025) Film Review
Richard Linklater’s Nouvelle Vague is a joyous love letter to the work of Jean-Luc Godard, the French New Wave Movement and the art of filmmaking.
The Secret Agent Review: On The Run In Brazil
Kleber Mendonça Filho’s The Secret Agent is a sharp and complex thriller, with a fantastic lead performance from Wagner Moura.
Militantropos Review: Adopting a War Persona
Militantropos is a fascinating documentary tracking the war in Ukraine and its impact as the war becomes a part of the nation.
Die My Love Review: Prove You Are Alive
Lynne Ramsay’s Die My Love gives Jennifer Lawrence the ammunition to deliver one of the most uninhibited, raw performances of the past decade.