In Its Wake Featured, Reviews Film Threat
In Its Wake, from writer/director Lee Foster and co-writers Angela Cavallin and Ryan Kobold, isn’t trying to reinvent the genre wheel. The film knows what it is and never strays from its monster movie path. Yes, the film introduces the…
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Daniel Kaluuya Directs A Dystopian Story Of Fathers, Sons & The Power Of Community
Oscar-winning actor-turned-filmmaker Daniel Kaluuya’s directorial debut, “The Kitchen,” is a slightly unusual, oddly shaped movie at times. And/or, another way to look at it is, depending on your point of view, Daniel Kaluuya’s filmmaking debut (co-directed with Kibwe Tavares, who…
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‘I.S.S.’ Review — Ariana DeBose’s Space Thriller Crashes to Earth
The Big Picture I.S.S. starts strong with an intriguing premise but ultimately becomes a mundane space thriller. The movie fails to reckon with the unimaginable horror of a war-ravaged Earth, ignoring the big questions presented by its concept. The cast…
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Forked, A Culinary Disaster Featured, Reviews Film Threat
What is it about food documentaries that make our mouths water? Is it that they lull you in with images of mouth-watering four-star meals followed by a hit you over the head with incredibly tense drama? Such is the case…
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Grieve Featured, Reviews Film Threat
In a university lecture on traumatic life events in psychology, I was told that “you never grow up till you bury one of your parents.” While we see true horror on television during wartime, for many, it is harder to…
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Wanted Man Review: A Muddled Journey of Action and Betrayal
Wanted Man, an action film helmed by the multi-talented Dolph Lundgren, promised a concoction of adrenaline-pumping sequences and a riveting narrative. Unfortunately, the film struggles to live up to its potential, stumbling along the way with a convoluted plot and…
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A Muddled Story & Flimsy Characters Bring Down Horror Film’s Potential
Summary Founders Day's characters are one-dimensional and lack depth, making it difficult to connect with their motivations. The film's story is jumbled and tries to do too much, resulting in a bloated plot and a weak ending that fails to…
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Ten With a Flag Featured, Reviews Film Threat
Ten With a Flag, directed by Vasco Alexandre and written by Joe Capps, sets an expecting couple in a dystopian-like world where people are assigned a number by the government. This number dictates the child’s quality of intelligence. The assignment…
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‘Wild Cards’ Review — A Spicy “Will-They-Won’t-They” Procedural
The Big Picture Wild Cards is a new Canadian police procedural that relies on the chemistry between its leads to drive the show. The show's will-they-won't-they dynamic adds tension and keeps viewers engaged without relying on immediate romance. The series…
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Lucy Hale & Nat Wolff Falter In Dull, Heatless Romantic Comedy
Summary The exploration of Will and Jane's failed romances is intriguing, but Which Brings Me to You is too flat for it to work. The candidness of the characters can be enjoyable, but it hasn't mastered the walk and talk…
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‘Griselda’ Review — Sofía Vergara Gives Netflix’s Crime Drama a Bump
The Big Picture Sofía Vergara delivers a captivating and transformative performance in Griselda, showcasing significant emotional range. The supporting cast, particularly the male characters in Griselda's life, deliver strong performances that anchor the series. The series' ending feels underwhelming and…
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The Sacrifice Game Featured, Reviews Film Threat
NOW ON SHUDDER! Director Jenn Wexler’s excellent holiday torture romp, The Sacrifice Game, is the perfect choice for a family Christmas movie if you are a member of the Manson family. Co-written by Wexler and Sean Redlitz, the film starts…
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