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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‘Ghostlight’ Review – Sorry Leo, This Is the Best Modern ‘Romeo and Juliet’
The Big Picture Ghostlight explores the timeless value of art in modern society through a family dealing with loss. The film uses the play Romeo and Juliet to help the characters process their emotions and find healing. Despite some clunky…
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Just the Two of Us Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Say what you will about your standard melodrama. There’s always an audience willing to see inordinately attractive people getting it on. And in France, I imagine the relative proficiency and frequency with which they get released has, one would imagine,…
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We Had Chaos Karts in Manchester to Ourselves!
Chaos Karts kindly invited us to come down to Manchester to check out their Augmented Reality go-karting experience which lets visitors jump into the shoes of an avatar and race around video game-inspired racetracks. The second you walk into Chaos…
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A Theater Kid’s First Crush Becomes An Offbeat Coming-Of-Age Comedy
Summary Everett Blunck shines as Griffin in a star-making performance. Griffin in Summer skillfully balances humor, heart, and adolescent struggles. The film's hopeful and earned ending hits all the right emotional notes. Most people remember their first crush — if…
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The Sales Girl Featured, Reviews Film Threat
In the Mongolian feature, The Sales Girl, Saruul (Bayarjargal Bayartsetseg) is a shy college student hoping to become a neuroscientist, but that path is more her parent’s choice than hers. After her friend Namunna breaks her ankle, she asks Saruul…
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Julia Louis-Dreyfus Talks To Death In Odd, Heartbreaking Meditation On Grief
Summary Tuesday brings a unique perspective on grief through a fantastical lens, highlighting the acceptance of death in a moving and emotional journey. Julia Louis-Dreyfus shines in her role as a grieving mother, showcasing deep emotional depth and significant dramatic…
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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2 Episode 1 Recap
Editor's note: The below recap contains spoilers for House of the Dragon Season 2, Episode 1. The Big Picture Prince Jacaerys Velaryon goes north to secure allegiances before receiving devastating news, setting the tone for divisive threats. The Greens are…
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Inside Out 2 Featured, Reviews Film Threat
NOW IN THEATERS! The emotions living inside of young Riley’s head return in Disney/Pixar Animation’s feature film, Inside Out 2. But can this sequel end the run of underperforming and objectively bad features, including Lightyear, Strange World, and Wish? We’ll…
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