The Miracle of the Eucharist Featured, Reviews Film Threat
The Eucharist is the source and summit of the Catholic faith. Catholics believe that the bread and wine truly become the body and blood of Jesus Christ, yet a Pew Research poll in 2019 showed that 70% of US Catholics…
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Quiet! Mom’s Working Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Mom can’t be taking care of the kids all day. In P. Patrick Hogan’s short film Quiet! Mom’s Working, even mom has to have her hobbies. Quiet! Mom’s Working opens with Mom (Ana Krista Johnson) seeking solace in the family…
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‘The Decameron’ Review – Netflix’s Rowdy House Party Is More Than Meets the Eye
The Big Picture Netflix's adaptation of The Decameron is a pandemic show well-suited to our present moment, highlighting themes of repression and isolation. The ensemble cast is packed with comedy heavyweights, with Zosia Mamet, Saoirse-Monica Jackson, Tanya Reynolds, and Tony…
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‘The Silent Planet’ Review – ‘The Lighthouse,’ But Make It Sci-Fi
The Big Picture The Silent Planet lacks subtlety and originality, instead relying on clunky dialogue and stiff writing. The film falls short of higher quality sci-fi productions, despite strong performances from the cast. Lack of attention to detail and immersion,…
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Is This The Bed We Lie In? Featured, Reviews Film Threat
In Joseph McGovern’s short film Is This The Bed We Lie In? he captures a moment in time for a troubled couple. Robert and Jennifer are seemingly a loving couple, but Jennifer finds herself unfulfilled and satisfied and wants to…
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Spooky Kit Harington Horror Offers A New Perspective On Werewolf Lore
Summary The Beast Within is a layered werewolf story told through the eyes of a young girl, exploring themes of familial abuse and trauma. The film boasts a rich gothic aesthetic and captures the eerie English landscape with well-crafted shots…
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The Beast Within Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Opening with a proverb concerning two wolves “at war with each other,” The Beast Within is a moody, atmospheric film. This slow-burner is the first genre film from Alexander J. Farrell. The co-writer/director has previously helmed two feature documentaries, a…
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The MCU Multiverse Movie I’ve Been Waiting For
Summary Ryan Reynolds & Hugh Jackman shine as superheroes with great comedic chemistry. Exciting action scenes & multiverse references cater to all types of fans. Weak character development and one-note villains may deter some viewers. Marvel Studios' Deadpool & Wolverine…
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At Capacity Featured, Reviews Film Threat
When you send someone else to do your dirty work… especially in love…the results can be surprising. In Spencer Jamison’s short film At Capacity, Ari (Jake Ryan Lozano) is sent to a local burger bar to break up with his…
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‘Time Bandits’ Review – Apple TV+’s Reimagining Falls Short of the Original
The Big Picture Time Bandits reimagines the cult classic with mixed results, balancing nostalgia and new elements. The series shines with lessons on self-acceptance but falters in humor and strong supporting characters. While visually impressive, the show suffers from pacing…
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Deadpool & Wolverine Review | Flickreel
After essentially printing money for more than a decade and a half, the MCU has endured a rough patch. Ryan Reynolds doesn’t hesitate to point this out in Deadpool & Wolverine, which is just one of the countless in-jokes we’d…
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‘Chainsaws Were Singing’ Review – A Delightfully Bloody Slasher Musical
The Big Picture Chainsaws Were Singing is a delightful mix of Monty Python , The Texas Chainsaw Massacre , and Les Misérables . The movie features crude humor, gross-out kills, and heartfelt moments, making it a unique experience. Despite the…
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