Yance Ford’s Visual Essay Is A Sprawling Overview Of The History Of Policing In America [Sundance]

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Yance Ford’s Visual Essay Is A Sprawling Overview Of The History Of Policing In America [Sundance]

Early in Yance Ford’s visual essay “Power,” he tells the audience that the film to come either requires “curiosity” or “at least suspicion” from the viewer. It’s the type of bold claim that might pack a punch as a rhetorical…

‘My Old Ass’ Review — Aubrey Plaza Helps Her Teenage Self in Charming Comedy

The Big Picture My Old Ass is a coming-of-age film about appreciating the time we have and the people we love. The film explores the joy and melancholy of the last period before leaving home. Aubrey Plaza delivers an excellent…

‘True Detective’ Season 4, Episode 2 Recap — We Should Work Together

Editor's note: The below contains spoilers for True Detective: Night Country Episode 2. The Big Picture The Dyatlov Pass incident serves as a key influence for True Detective: Night Country, creating terrifying and fresh imagery that continues to captivate audiences.…

The Bitcoin Car Featured, Reviews Film Threat

SLAMDANCE FILM FESTIVAL 2024 REVIEW! Writer-director Trygve Luktvasslimo’s The Bitcoin Car is a Norwegian fable about green energy and blockchains that does not appear to have heard of Proof of Stake. That’s OK, I barely have. Quick definition: a PoS is a consensus…

A Deeply Entertaining Music Doc About Pop Hit “We Are The World” [Sundance]

“The Greatest Night In Pop” is so entertaining and eminently watchable, and it’s as simple as that. Directed by Bao Nguyen, the acclaimed filmmaker of the Bruce Lee doc “Be Water,” the already-engaging subject matter doesn’t hurt: nearly 50 of…

‘Malu’ Review — ‘Lady Bird’ Meets ‘Rent’ in Stunning Drama

The Big Picture Malu is a powerful exploration of generational trauma, with phenomenal performances and a rich script. The film examines complex mother-daughter relationships, showcasing how alliances can shift and tensions can arise. The ending raises questions about the cycle…

‘Love Lies Bleeding’ Review — Kristen Stewart and Katy O’Brian Kick Ass

The Big Picture Love Lies Bleeding is a bold and exciting film that cranks up horror, suspense, and imagery to new heights. Kristen Stewart and Katy O'Brian deliver electric performances that are both passionate and intense. Director Rose Glass combines…

Darla in Space Featured, Reviews Film Threat

SLAMDANCE FILM FESTIVAL 2024 REVIEW! I am a huge fan of magical realism. The meeting place of reality and fantasy can develop the most fascinating and unusual stories. Such is the case with Darla in Space, the feature-length debut of co-writers/c0-directors…

A Beautiful But Aimless Slice Of Argentinian Cowboy Life [Sundance]

Within minutes following the opening fade-in of “Gaucho Gaucho,” a trio of individuals can be seen dashing across a barren landscape, each sitting astride their own majestic-looking horse bathed in a sea of black and white with a South American…

The Christopher Reeve Story’ Review — Moving Doc Soars

The Big Picture Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story takes a nonlinear approach to tell the life story of Christopher Reeve, setting it apart from other documentary biopics. The directors, Peter Ettedgui and Ian Bonhôte, highlight the flaws and mistakes of…

‘A Real Pain’ Review — Kieran Culkin Is a Real Star

The Big Picture A Real Pain is a pitch-perfect dramedy exploring grief and family on a Holocaust memorial tour. Kieran Culkin gives a powerhouse performance as Benji, who is full of contradictions. Jesse Eisenberg proves to be a triple threat,…

Bliss Featured, Reviews Film Threat

SLAMDANCE 2024 FILM FESTIVAL REVIEW! Heaven is a moving target that drug addicts try to hit with a spike in the gritty noir-tinged drama Bliss, directed by Joe Maggio. Way out west, Virgil Bliss (Clint Jordan) has been hiding out…

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