Category: Reviews
Tuesday Review | Flickreel
Tuesday Review | Flickreel

There have been numerous interpretations of Death, although Tuesday may contain the most unexpected. If you told someone that a bird was the incarnation of Death, they’d likely envision a raven or crow. In Tuesday, Death is a red parrot…

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Martin Scorsese Offers An Intimate Tour Through The Radical Romanticism Of Powell & Pressburger Cinema [Tribeca]
Martin Scorsese Offers An Intimate Tour Through The Radical Romanticism Of Powell & Pressburger Cinema [Tribeca]

True cinephilia lives outside the confines of your front door, way past the boundaries of your home and native language. So, for all the talk of Martin Scorsese as a preeminent master of American cinema, it’s always been heartening to…

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Rachel Sennott Successfully Flexes Her Dramatic Skills In Dark Comedy
Rachel Sennott Successfully Flexes Her Dramatic Skills In Dark Comedy

Summary Rachel Sennott shines in a nuanced role. I Used to Be Funny balances comedy and drama effectively. The film's ending feels rushed despite strong filmmaking. For a movie about PTSD, I Used to Be Funny is anything but "used…

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Christopher Abbott & Mackenzie Davis’ Island Vacation Makes A Smaller Splash [Tribeca]
Christopher Abbott & Mackenzie Davis’ Island Vacation Makes A Smaller Splash [Tribeca]

For fans of adventurous cinema in the last decade, a pairing between actors Christopher Abbott and Mackenzie Davis arrives like the answer to an unspoken prayer. Both performers have dependably elevated small indies and big tentpoles alike with invigorating performances…

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‘Kill Your Lover’ Review – This Hidden Horror Gem Is Achingly Real
‘Kill Your Lover’ Review – This Hidden Horror Gem Is Achingly Real

The Big Picture Kill Your Lover is a clever depiction of toxic relationships that leaves a lasting mark. The film boasts strong independent horror effects that bring a gnarly concept to life. It provides a honest portrayal of an unhealthy…

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Michael Angarano Michael Cera & Kirsten Stewart Plunge Into Paternal Anxieties [Tribeca]
Michael Angarano Michael Cera & Kirsten Stewart Plunge Into Paternal Anxieties [Tribeca]

“Hey Mom, did you feel emotional the first time you drove in Sacramento?” asked Saoirse Ronan’s titular character in “Lady Bird” during an impassioned final monologue that makes the streets of the Californian capital glow. The city provides a similar…

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Missing From Fire Trail Road Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Missing From Fire Trail Road Featured, Reviews Film Threat

Sabrina Van Tassel’s documentary, Missing from Fire Trail Road, starts off as an investigation of the abduction of a woman in Seattle, Washington. Still, quickly, we learn the dangers of being an indigenous woman in the United States. Missing from…

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The Watchers Featured, Reviews Film Threat
The Watchers Featured, Reviews Film Threat

NOW IN THEATERS! When I was young, seeing M. Night Shyamalan’s name on a movie poster filled me with excitement because I knew it would be 2 hours spent on the edge of my seat. In the last decade or…

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The Watchers Featured, Reviews Film Threat
The Watchers Featured, Reviews Film Threat

NOW IN THEATERS! When I was younger, seeing the last name Shyamalan on a movie poster filled me with excitement because I knew it would be two hours spent on the edge of my seat. In the last decade or…

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‘Run Lola Run’ Review – Tom Tykwer’s Thriller Sprints to the Finish Line
‘Run Lola Run’ Review – Tom Tykwer’s Thriller Sprints to the Finish Line

The Big Picture Run Lola Run is a groundbreaking film that delves into existentialism and free will. The film's innovative storytelling and editing set the stage for future cinematic masterpieces. Lola's evolving knowledge in each iteration adds a unique twist,…

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‘Presumed Innocent’ Review – Don’t Write Off This Twisty, Seductive Legal Thriller
‘Presumed Innocent’ Review – Don’t Write Off This Twisty, Seductive Legal Thriller

The Big Picture Apple TV+ adaptation of Presumed Innocent critiques male ego and privilege through a murder mystery. David E. Kelley's script balances plot with themes, delivering a refreshing takedown of male behavior. Every cast member delivers a stellar performance,…

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I Truly Think Custom Sabers Are Almost Too Cool (Review)
I Truly Think Custom Sabers Are Almost Too Cool (Review)

Summary Custom Neopixel lightsabers are highly versatile and impressive, offering vibrant colors and customizable features. Padawan Outpost's Hunter Combat Saber comes with a variety of sound fonts, blade styles, and colors for personalization. The Bluetooth-enabled app for the Hunter Combat…

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