Ultra Verité Labor Doc Swerves Away From Greatness, Settles Instead for Good [Sundance]

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Ultra Verité Labor Doc Swerves Away From Greatness, Settles Instead for Good [Sundance]

A raw examination of labor organization at its most powerful, pure, and fragile, “Union” is a look at union drama uncut and without any guardrails. Verité to a fault, directors Stephen Maing and Brett Story present the documentary with a…

‘Masters of the Air’ Review — Austin Butler Is Magnetic in Apple TV+ War Series

The Big Picture Masters of the Air is a gripping war series that explores the human condition and the horrors of World War II with realism and sharp attention to detail. Austin Butler gives a nuanced performance that is as…

‘A Different Man’ Review — Sebastian Stan Hides Behind a Mask in A24 Film

The Big Picture Sebastian Stan and Adam Pearson deliver excellent performances as two contrasting characters. A Different Man is an intriguing mix of dark comedy, body horror, and thriller elements. The screenplay sometimes prioritizes the absurdity of the story over…

Desire Lines Featured, Reviews Film Threat

SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL 2024 REVIEW! Taking on a subject with the complexity and radiance of a diamond is the horizon-expanding documentary-drama hybrid Desire Lines, written by Nate Gualtieri and directed by Jules Rosskam. The film is an invitation to a realm…

Perry Farrell’s Traveling Rock Circus Is Well Feted In ‘The Story Of Lollapalooza’ [Sundance]

Coachella, Bonnaroo, Austin City Limits, Summerfest, Pitchfork Music, etc. They all owe an enormous debt to Lollapalooza, the groundbreaking music festival that helped change the touring and music industry just as alternative music peaked in the early 90s. Yes, Lollapalooza…

A Slasher Experiment That Turns The Horror On Its Head

Summary In A Violent Nature is a unique and fresh take on the slasher genre, deconstructing its tropes with its unique storytelling perspective. The film uses third-person and wide-angle shots to create a feeling of detachment from the violence that…

‘Good One’ Review — You’ll Either Want to Call Your Dad or Strangle Him

The Big Picture Lily Collias delivers an outstanding leading performance in Good One that is both confident and assured. Writer-director India Donaldson strikes a delicate balance between capturing the beauty of the setting and a growing dread. The cinemotography by…

‘Expats’ Review — Lulu Wang’s Ambitious Series Is Best When She’s in Full Control

The Big Picture The fifth episode of Expats showcases the ambitious potential of the series. Nicole Kidman delivers a strong performance as a mother grieving the loss of her son. The show falls short in making the audience care about…

Maisy Stella Shines In This Genre-Breaking Coming Of Age Comedy

PARK CITY – Coming up with a new twist for a teen movie ain’t easy. There have been so many over the decades that someone has likely already tried it. That’s why director and screenwriter Megan Park deserves mad props…

Jenni Featured, Reviews Film Threat

SLAMDANCE FILM FESTIVAL 2024 REVIEW! The brainchild of Stéphane Grasso, Migrant Sea is an online multimedia project. It seeks to highlight the people, places, and situations relevant to African Migrants when they cross the Mediterranean less than legally to Italy. This…

‘In a Violent Nature’ Review — Eat Your Heart Out, Jason Voorhees

The Big Picture In a Violent Nature is a unique and gruesome horror film. The film's formal approach and creative kills set it apart, with a focus on the killer and visceral moments. While it may be exhausting for some,…

Melissa Barrera & Tommy Dewey Are A Perfect Pair In Dazzling Horror Rom-Com

Summary Your Monster is a genre-defying romantic comedy that blends romance, comedy, drama, and horror in a whimsically delightful way. The film captures the complexity of a woman scorned while still maintaining a light-hearted and magical tone. Melissa Barrera and…

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