India’s Intense, Ultra-Violent Actioner Offers Must-See Deaths By Fire Extinguisher
Summary Indian cinema's rise continues with Nikhil Nagesh Bhat's Kill , featuring intense action inspired by The Raid . The story offers unique twists on the one-man army formula, namely in Amrit's vulnerability and failed attempts to save passengers. Despite…
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‘Murder Company’ Review – William Moseley Isn’t in Narnia Anymore, He’s Killing Nazis
The Big Picture Murder Company is a straightforward WWII action film with a narrow audience appeal, focusing on a small group of US soldiers on a secret mission. Despite a lower budget, the film features excellent visual effects and accurate…
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Freydis and Gudrid Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Let me start by saying that I know nothing about the ancient stories of Icelandic Vikings. Now I do. Filmmaker and composer Jeffrey Leiser weaves together the stories of the Vikings from Penguin books in the operatic feature Freydís and…
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Cameron’s Iconic Sci-Fi Gets A Near-5-Hour Love Letter That Is Essential Viewing For All Fans
Summary Aliens Expanded is a comprehensive 4-hour, 42-minute documentary exploring the making of James Cameron's sci-fi classic, featuring interviews with prominent fans, experts, and cast members. The documentary is a treasure trove of love, delving into the film's fandom, production…
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‘Rumours’ Review – Cate Blanchett Gets Her Angela Merkel On
The Big Picture Rumours is a bizarre dark horror-comedy with a cast of world leaders in a zombie apocalypse. The film satirizes the incompetency of leaders in crises, with a campy, melodramatic tone. The cast, including Cate Blanchett and Charles…
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Freydis and Gudred Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Let me start by saying that I know nothing about the ancient stories of Icelandic Vikings. Now I do. Filmmaker and composer Jeffrey Leiser weaves together the stories of the Vikings from Penguin books in the operatic feature Freydís and…
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Alien Love Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Let’s be honest: being an astronaut still ranks among the coolest professions imaginable. It’s certainly cooler than being a freelance film critic. But once they leave the friendly confines of Earth’s atmosphere, who is to say nefarious forces aren’t at…
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The Third Party Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Adrian Roman’s The Third Party is a perfect film, as our country is caught in the intensity of the 2024 presidential election. Elections provide an interesting survey in seeing how the media portrays both our politicians and values from different…
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‘Cabo Negro’ Review – Horror and Heart Do Battle in Slice-of-Life Film I KVIFF 2024
The Big Picture This slow-burn film tests the patience with a thin plot, but reveals a heartfelt tale of two queer friends struggling to find their place in the world. Subtle moments and strong performances by Youness Beyej and Oumaima…
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What Men Do For Love Featured, Reviews Film Threat
What Men Do For Love is a gripping neo-noir of vulnerability and brutal honesty about achieving a healthy love life. Writer-director Sai Karan Talwar’s short film is not a noir of prosy intrigue but one that dabbles into the complexity…
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‘A Sudden Glimpse to Deeper Things’ Review
The Big Picture Mark Cousins' documentary focuses on Wilhelmina Barns-Graham's life and art after her glacier trip in 1959. The film captivates with its unique approach, but loses focus in the second half, leaving viewers with limited understanding of the…
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MaXXXine Review | Flickreel
Even when a scream queen achieves “final girl” status, they don’t always make it out of the sequel alive. There are exceptions like Sidney Prescott and Laurie Strode (depending on which continuity we’re going by). We all know that Maxine…
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