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3.5
‘Shōgun’ Episode 5 Recap — No Shooting Arrows in the House

Editor's note: The below recap contains spoilers for Shōgun Episode 5. The Big Picture The dinner scene between Blackthorne, Mariko, and Buntaro is a highlight of this week's Shōgun episode. Anna Sawai delivers another powerful performance as Mariko reveals her…

Mar 19, 2024

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4.5
Bad River Featured, Reviews Film Threat

Every once in a while, a documentary comes along that can turn the culture upside down and absolutely move you. Mary Mazzio’s Bad River is that film for me. In 2018, a helicopter crashed on Bad River, located near Lake Superior, the…

Mar 19, 2024

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2.5
‘Cuckoo’ Review — Hunter Schafer Battles Dan Stevens In Gleeful Horror Trip

The Big Picture Cuckoo is a unique horror film that blends humor and scares in a distinct vision. Cuckoo features exceptional performances from Hunter Schafer and Dan Stevens. The film boasts excellent sound design and offers a balance between madness…

Mar 19, 2024

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3.8
Stopmotion Review: A Terrifying Live-Action and Animated Horror

Robert Morgan, primarily known for his striking and macabre short films, makes a seamless transition to the feature-length format with Stopmotion, a live-action/adult animated psychological horror film that effectively blurs the lines between creator and creation. Co-written with Robin King,…

Mar 18, 2024

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4.5
Roadkill Featured, Reviews Film Threat

It was written somewhere that there are no original plots. But it’s not about the tropes; it is how the filmmakers use them. Writer-director Warren Fast’s Roadkill opens with the familiar parental abuse/sexual repression motif that leads to horrific kills in slashers.…

Mar 18, 2024

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4.8
Anne Hathaway Shines In This Romantic Comedy Done Right [SXSW]

Given some of the star-studded titles that have closed out SXSW in previous years, a romantic comedy that could best be described as Harry Styles Wish Fulfillment might seem like an odd choice to round out the festival. But “The…

Mar 18, 2024

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2.7
A Compelling, Heartfelt Comedy About Women & Aging In Hollywood

Summary The Uninvited is a personal, funny, and heartfelt exploration of women at different life stages. Rose's interactions with Helen and Lucien provide depth, showcasing care and tenderness absent in other characters. The film's cast imbues humor and intensity, with…

Mar 18, 2024

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4.6
Essential Exhibition Featured, Reviews Film Threat

 Directed by the seasoned filmmaker Derek A. Diercksmeier, Essential Exhibition delves into the unprecedented challenges faced by the movie industry during the COVID-19 pandemic. The title itself is a poignant reference to the closure of non-essential businesses during the COVID lockdowns. In…

Mar 18, 2024

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3.5
‘Palm Royale’ Review — Kristen Wiig’s Comedy Series Is a Delicious Escape

The Big Picture Palm Royale captures the 1960s era of luxury and societal dynamics in an entertaining and visually stunning way. Kristen Wiig shines in an equally comedic and dramatic role alongside a star-studded cast, bringing depth and humor to…

Mar 18, 2024

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5.0
Arthur the King Featured, Reviews Film Threat

NOW IN THEATERS! Time to pack up the family for a feel-good dog story for the kids and a solid sports drama for the adults in Simon Cellan Jones’ feature film, Arthur the King. Mark Wahlberg plays adventure racer Mikael…

Mar 18, 2024