15 Years Later, The Gurren Lagann Movies Are As Great As Ever

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15 Years Later, The Gurren Lagann Movies Are As Great As Ever

Summary The Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann films are just as good 15 years after their initial release. Childhood's End beautifully upscales the art and animation and closes out with a wonderfully original climax. The Lights in the Sky Are Stars…

Turning Red Movie Review: A Love Letter To Toronto And Parenting

Not since Inside Out has a movie been so emotionally relevant for parents. That is, until Pixar’s Turning Red. The animated film uses fantastical mythology as an analogy for a young woman’s coming-of-age story. It’s a wonderful little story about…

‘Ponyboi’ Review — Dylan O’Brien? No, This Is River Gallo’s Show

The Big Picture Ponyboi tells a story about identity and what it's like being an outsider, set in the gritty and magical world of New Jersey. The film explores the struggles of a young intersex sex worker who tries to…

Experimental Documentary Deftly Explores The Connections Between Jazz & The Congo [Sundance]

A formally rigorous and free-associative dive into a decade’s worth of political fighting in the Congo, from roughly 1955 to 1965, Johan Grimonprez’s “Soundtrack to a Coup d’Etat” is a fascinating and sprawling historical overview. Eschewing the usual mix of…

The Road to Galena Featured, Reviews Film Threat

Everyone experiences a stage in their life where they second guess a decision. Sometimes that decision is as little as debating what entree you should have ordered at a restaurant. Other times, the decision in question is much larger. Such…

‘Handling the Undead’ Review — Neon’s Zombie Horror Isn’t What You’d Expect

The Big Picture Handling the Undead explores the concept of the living being comforted by the return of their deceased loved ones. The film takes a slow, quiet approach to the zombie genre, focusing on loss, suffering, and undying love.…

June Squibb Is Hilarious In Josh Margolin’s Delightfully Irresistible Comedy

Summary Thelma is a delightful, charming, and funny film about a 93-year-old woman who takes matters into her own hands after being scammed. The film explores themes of independence, control, and the refusal to accept help in a relatable and…

Trunk: Locked In Review: An Interesting Setup That Falls Apart

In Trunk: Locked In, director Marc Schießer brings to the big screen an ambitious, character-driven, psychological thriller. Featuring the talents of Sina Martens as the bewildered captive, Malina, the film utilizes a strikingly minimalistic setting and claustrophobic plot to put…

‘Law & Order – SVU’ Season 25 Review: Still Going Strong

The Big Picture SVU remains relevant by integrating pop culture and modern technology into its cases, keeping up with the times. The show rightfully celebrates its long-standing characters, such as Olivia and Fin, who have become iconic staples of the…

Will Ferrell’s Trans Road Trip Is A Poignant Tale Of Friendship & Acceptance [Sundance]

The premise of the documentary “Will & Harper” is so simple that it almost seems presentational, self-serving, or stunt-y. The idea is, after 30 years of friendship, comedian Will Ferrell learns, through a personal email, that an old friend and…

Baigal Nurr – Lake Baikal Featured, Reviews Film Threat

SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL 2024 REVIEW! Baigal Nurr – Lake Baikal is the latest stop-motion film from acclaimed filmmaker Allisi Telengut. The writer and director uses her art to provide an understanding of culture, time, and place. Through her incredible imagination and expert…

A Gripping Look At One Woman’s Quest For Closure [Sundance]

As one examines the abundance of cultures worldwide, to see the marginal way women continue to be treated on a global scale remains infuriating to take in during the era of #MeToo and the fact that seemingly little progress has…

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