Butcher’s Crossing Review: A Glimpse into Self-Discovery
Gabe Polsky‘s adaptation of John Edward Williams’ novel, Butcher’s Crossing, takes us on a journey through the vast American wilderness of the 1870s, but it’s not just a geographical exploration—it’s a deep dive into the psyche of its protagonist, William…
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‘Our Flag Means Death’ Season 2 Review — Stormy Seas Ahead for Stede, Ed, and the Crew
The wide-ranging realm of genre television is already home to a lot of different characters — warriors, elves, monsters, sorcerers — so it's somewhat surprising that, apart from only a handful of isolated instances, pirates have never really been front…
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Artistole Torres’ Humane Direction Elevates One Of The Most Undersung Movies Of The Year
Near the end of Aristotle Torres’ assured feature debut “Story Ave,” a title card comes up on the screen, noting the film is “by The Bronx.” It’s a short moment, leading into the end credits, but it nevertheless speaks volumes…
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I’ll Be Watching Featured, Reviews Film Threat
The number one rule in any cabin in the woods horror is to get out of the house NOW! Unfortunately, in director Erik Bernard’s thriller I’ll Be Watching, our heroine, Julie (Eliza Taylor), decides to throw back a few bottles of…
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Nocturne’ Review — Spin-off Offers a Promising Start
When Netflix first released Castlevania, it brought to life a beloved video game franchise with stunning animation and a star-studded voice cast. It was a slick series that capitalized on the fantastical nature of the game without sacrificing any of…
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Flora and Son Review | Flickreel
When you hear the name John Carney, what’s the first word that comes to mind? Most would say, “music.” For me, the word that best sums up the themes of Carney’s movies is “connection.” Of course, “music” and “connection” are…
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Grumpy Old Santa Review: A Heartwarming Comedy with Some Hiccups
Jay Dee Walters’ Grumpy Old Santa is a comedy film that attempts to blend heartwarming drama with uproarious humor. Starring Glenn Morshower as Nic, a devoted family man who finds himself navigating the tricky waters of dating after his wife…
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Bloody Horror Comedy Is Genuinely Fun
Summary "There's Something in the Barn" is a genuinely funny horror Christmas comedy that strikes a balance between ridiculousness and gore, making it an entertaining watch. The film's engaging cast, who are all in on the joke, and its blend…
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‘Starstruck’ Season 3 Review — Rose Matafeo’s Hilariously Bittersweet Rom-Com
Few comedy shows have found their precise niche over the last three years as skillfully as Starstruck. The BBC series created by Rose Matafeo (a verified triple threat who both stars and co-writes the episodes alongside Alice Snedden and Nic…
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‘The Wonderful World of Henry Sugar’ Review — Wes Anderson Is Still Grand
Wes Anderson began his career with shorts. Four years before making his feature debut with 1996’s Bottle Rocket, the idea first started as a short starring two then-unknown actors, Owen and Luke Wilson. As Anderson’s career and ambitions have both…
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One of the Best Films of the Franchise
After the first UK premiere screenings of Saw X the embargo has been lifted and we can now bring you our thoughts on the tenth instalment of my favourite franchise. Here is our official Saw X review for you guys…
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Fioretta Featured, Reviews Film Threat
NOW IN FESTIVALS! Matthew Mishory’s documentary, Fioretta, follows Randy Schoenberg and his son Joey on a journey that covers over 500 years of the Schoenberg family history. Randy is the grandson of composer Arnold Schoenberg and a top litigator based…
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