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Yamashiro LIVE! Featured, Reviews Film Threat

I guess maybe it’s because I’m not too into the avant-garde, but Yamashiro Live! by co-writers/directors Blake James Reid and Max Naum has almost nothing I can recommend. It was too long at 20 minutes. Honestly, it felt too long…

Sebastian Stan Discovers Being Pretty Can Be A Horror Story [Sundance]

PARK CITY – The grass isn’t always greener is an axiom that has driven horror movies or “almost” horror movies since the silent film era. It’s no surprise then, that Aaron Schimberg’s “A Different Man” is clearly inspired by the…

Maisy Stella & Aubrey Plaza Have Great Chemistry In Emotionally Piercing Dramedy

Summary Park's sophomore feature, My Old Ass, authentically captures fear and the experience of young adulthood. The film doesn't do anything new, but the way it's executed makes it feel refreshing. Stella and Plaza deliver exceptional performances. There comes a…

‘Sasquatch Sunset’ Review — Jesse Eisenberg Is a Bigfoot. Really.

The Big Picture The cast, including Jesse Eisenberg and Riley Keough, fully commit to their unrecognizable roles in Sasquatch Sunset. The Zellner brothers' direction is dedicated and never winks at the audience, resulting in a visually stunning film. While the…

‘It’s What’s Inside’ Review — Netflix Paid $17 Million For This?

The Big Picture It's What's Inside fails to consistently deliver fun in what should be a horror romp. The film has visual panache but repeatedly reveals the answers to all its mysteries, instead of creating tension by keeping the audience…

Gaucho Gaucho Featured, Reviews Film Threat

SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL 2024 REVIEW! Documentarians Michael Dweck and Gregory Kershaw hone their craft and considerable skills in Gaucho Gaucho. In the Salta region of northwest Argentina, it’s as if time stands still. It is a type of barren desert…

Disney’s LUCA Uses Sea Monsters As An Allegory For Something More

Luca was one of the Disney and Pixar movies that failed to see a theatrical release due to the Pandemic. Which is a shame, given just how good the movie is. But Disney is now pleasing Luca in theatres, allowing…

Savvy Sci-Fi Horror Mystery Is Cleverly Mind-Bending

Summary It's What's Inside is a mind-bending horror-comedy that tells a fun, unique story. The film has tropes, but ultimately defies the horror genre. The film is a crowd-pleaser that will leave you wanting to watch it multiple times. The…

Steven Soderbergh’s Unsettling Ghost Story Menace Is Memorable & Magical [Sundance]

Since returning from his announced retirement from feature filmmaking, Steven Soderbergh has been on a tear of productivity unmatched since the heyday of Hollywood’s studio system. His quickie projects might feel like slight exercises in style or storytelling, but they…

‘Miller’s Girl’ Review — Jenna Ortega Is Razor-Sharp in Riveting Erotic Thriller

The Big Picture Jenna Ortega and Martin Freeman deliver fantastic performances in Miller's Girl, supported by a stellar cast. Miller's Girl marks a remarkable filmmaking debut for writer, director, and producer Jade Halley Bartlett. The film is visually stunning and…

‘Will & Harper’ Review — Will Ferrell Shows Comedians How Its Done

The Big Picture Will & Harper is an accessible and important documentary that candidly shows the challenges and joys of a transgender woman's experience. The film combines humor and emotion and has the potential to change lives by inspiring more…

Baby (2024) Featured, Reviews Film Threat

SLAMDANCE FILM FESTIVAL 2024 REVIEW! Baby is a touching film that shows a new side to childbirth. Childbirth is both beauty and intimacy. Director James Di Martino and screenwriter Llewellyn Micheal Bates show that delicate balance as two individuals with…

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