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LGBTQ Radicalism Meets Jewish Tradition In This Well-Meaning, But Overstuffed Documentary [Tribeca]
There exists a moment, perhaps several, in director Sandi DuBowki’s documentary “Sabbath Queen” where shaky attempts to solidify focus on one subject as numerous struggles for screentime become blindingly apparent and the project threatens to spiral out of control. That’s…
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‘The Exorcism’ Review – Russell Crowe Is Back on His Demon-Fighting Schtick
The Big Picture The meta concept of The Exorcism opens the door for fun jabs at the horror genre. The film abandons interesting ideas for more drab scare sequences, lacking balance. Russell Crowe’s performance falls short of matching the movie’s…
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Story of the Sun Featured, Reviews Film Threat
DANCES WITH FILMS 2024 REVIEW! Drawing from Scandinavian and Indigenous cultures, filmmaker Phillip Gladkov tells an ancient tale in a unique way in Story of the Sun. Before the sun existed, man lived in darkness. The world consisted of what…
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Martin Scorsese-Produced Infidelity Drama Reads Between The Lines
Summary The Freshly Cut Grass cast delivers excellent, layered performances showcasing character depth & parallel scenarios. The drama's repetition helps clarify the story, revealing the intricacies of infidelity and gender norms. The slow-burn film captures the mundanity of daily routines…
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‘The Acolyte’ Episode 4 Recap
Editor's Note: The below recap contains spoilers for The Acolyte Episode 4. The Big Picture The cracks in the Jedi Order are beginning to show due to the attacks against the Jedi, pushing Vernestra to keep information from the High…
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Ramgog! Featured, Reviews Film Threat
James Ristas opens our eyes to the real and true story of how we got here in his short film Ramgog! The world has fallen into darkness. The last woman (Emma Geller) and man (Kris Salvi) wander through the void…
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Sasha Luss Is Great In Sci-Fi Thriller With Less Answers Than A Black Mirror Episode
Summary Sasha Luss delivers a compelling performance in Latency , holding up the movie's emotional weight. James Croke's stylish direction creates an immersive atmosphere with impressive visuals. Despite these strong points, the movie falls flat with an uninspired and underdeveloped…
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The Story of Possum Trot Featured, Reviews Film Threat
UPCOMING JUNETEENTH PREVIEW! From Angel Studios came last year’s hit, Sound of Freedom, which destroyed Indiana Jones at the box office. This year, we have the next story in the anthology, Joshua Weigel’s Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum…
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Harrowing Bull Rider Crime Drama Is Unexpectedly Shocking & Impressive
Summary Ride has a unique plot with unexpected twists, setting it apart from similar films in the same genre. The talented cast, including C. Thomas Howell, Annabeth Gish, and Jake Allyn, deliver standout performances that elevate Ride . The narrative…
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The Present Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Directed by Chris Ditter and written by Jay Martel, The Present plays like a mash-up of Groundhog Day blended with Back To The Future and The Parent Trap. Unfortunately, there is no DeLorean, but a mysterious grandfather clock can manipulate…
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‘Reverse the Curse’ Review – The Truth Is out There for David Duchovny
The Big Picture David Duchovny writes, directs, and co-stars in an adaptation of his own book “Bucky F*cking Dent.” It’s a one-trick family drama that leans into every genre trope in the playbook. A disappointing lack of atmosphere and immersion…
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Gut-Churning Nigerian Horror Will Make You Question Meeting Your In-Laws
Summary Aniunoh and Franklin shine as Nikiya and Luc, delivering exceptional chemistry in moments of love and terror. Ogunlade's chilling score enhances the genre-bending atmosphere, keeping the tension high throughout. The explosive finale unveils shocking family secrets, challenging the audience's…
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