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H Is for Hawk (2025) Josiah Teal Everything in the film shows a deep understanding of prestige cinema, but it honors the genre’s traditions rather than redefining them.
Posted Feb 15, 2026  Edit critic review
Send Help (2026) Josiah Teal The film plays on a few familiar tropes, but through the sharp storytelling of Sam Raimi and the seamless performances of the leads, Send Help shines in all its survival-horror glory.
Posted Feb 15, 2026  Edit critic review
The Straight Story (1999) Josiah Teal Rather than nightmarish dreamscapes or avant-garde nightclubs, the dreams of The Straight Story are as simple as the open road. And through the open road, Lynch reveals a sweetness seldom seen in his canon.
Posted Feb 15, 2026  Edit critic review
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (2026) Josiah Teal Bone Temple stands as a sequel worthy of the original and cements 28 Years Later’s place in a post-Walking Dead, post-Train to Busan world, offering a cathartic examination of life, death, and memento mori.
Posted Feb 15, 2026  Edit critic review
Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025) Jake Peffer Avatar: Fire and Ash is still a treat to behold. The visual effects alone are worth the price of admission. While it does come up short of the first two movies this is still a solid addition to the franchise.
Posted Feb 15, 2026  Edit critic review
Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025) Josiah Teal Fire & Ash will be no stranger to the Academy Awards and will make plenty at the box office. Pandora still dazzles the visual senses, but without renewed narrative focus, Cameron’s world risks becoming a spectacle without the resonance of the original.
Posted Feb 15, 2026  Edit critic review
Rental Family (2025) Josiah Teal Rental Family is among the best films of 2025. From the performances to the direction to the sweet cinematography and the core idea of compassion, Rental Family is the film 2025 needs.
Posted Feb 15, 2026  Edit critic review
7/10
Wuthering Heights (2026) George and Josh Bate A sweeping, beautiful, and comedically melodramatic romantic epic entirely deprived of subtlety.
Posted Feb 10, 2026  Edit critic review
8/10
Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025) Daniel Rester There is still plenty of entertainment to be found in the film, and the visual effects still wow. Hopefully Cameron pushes this story into more intriguing directions for the planned fourth and fifth films.
Posted Feb 07, 2026  Edit critic review
6.75/10
Sisu: Road to Revenge (2025) Daniel Rester Sisu: Road to Revenge is a ridiculously entertaining B movie. There’s nothing particularly fresh or intriguing about it, but it uses its genre tropes well enough.
Posted Feb 07, 2026  Edit critic review
7/10
Dracula (2025) George and Josh Bate The thing that makes Luc Besson's Dracula unique is not the thing that makes it great.
Posted Feb 03, 2026  Edit critic review
5/10
A Private Life (2025) George and Josh Bate A Private Life appears to have the perfect concoction of ingredients to appeal to those who, like us, are practicing therapists and murder mystery-obsessed film critics. Regrettably, these ingredients don’t come together as seamlessly as one would hope...
Posted Jan 31, 2026  Edit critic review
Die My Love (2025) George and Josh Bate Lynne Ramsay is a phenomenal filmmaker and Jennifer Lawrence is a phenomenal actor, but Die My Love is far from a phenomenal film.
Posted Jan 31, 2026  Edit critic review
7/10
Good Boy (2025) George and Josh Bate Good Boy may lumber along with a repetitive narrative structure, but its filmmaking novelty and rich emotion make it one of the most devastating, original horror movies in recent years.
Posted Jan 31, 2026  Edit critic review
Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) Alex Cole ... you can enjoy this film simply for the heartwarming moment where an advanced killing machine falls victim to a high five he just isn’t quick enough to make.
Posted Dec 09, 2025  Edit critic review
Frankenstein (2025) Josiah Teal Del Toro’s movies have been "event cinema" since his early days, and Frankenstein is no exception, as he blends the classic monster with classic literature in a way no director could.
Posted Nov 18, 2025  Edit critic review
ZombieCON Vol. 1 (2024) Josiah Teal ZombieCon is a love letter to nerd culture and will have fans awaiting the sequel excitement only a true nerd can possess.
Posted Nov 03, 2025  Edit critic review
All American (2024) Alton Williams All American is a quiet triumph. It’s about wrestling, yes—but more than that, it’s about the courage to fight for who you are.
Posted Nov 03, 2025  Edit critic review
Growing Pains (2024) Josiah Teal Growing Pains, as it stands, has a lot of love poured into it. However, the lack of characterization and forced dialogue make the film difficult to champion, regardless of how much indie films need a champion.
Posted Oct 28, 2025  Edit critic review
The Long Walk (2025) Daniel Rester The Long Walk barely misses the mark of being a great film. It is still really good though. Lawrence and Mollner find the power and soul of King’s pages, and Hoffman and Jonsson are sublime in their roles.
Posted Oct 28, 2025  Edit critic review
Ghost Trail (2024) Josiah Teal Ghost Trail has the unique ability to make global issues personal, bringing an audience to the POV of those at the heart of the crisis.
Posted Oct 28, 2025  Edit critic review
Caught Stealing (2025) Josiah Teal Caught Stealing brings joy, thrills, genuine surprises, fantastic performances, and just enough heartbreak. But more than anything else, Caught Stealing is a reminder of how much fun it is going to the movies.
Posted Oct 28, 2025  Edit critic review
Withdrawal (2025) Josiah Teal While Withdrawal has its faults at times, it’s a dark and wild ride, begging audiences to examine addiction at the heart of those at its core.
Posted Oct 28, 2025  Edit critic review
Signs of Life (2025) Josiah Teal Signs of Life will find an audience, but Millson’s next indie feature will likely earn him the indie accolades this film is seeking.
Posted Oct 28, 2025  Edit critic review
The Regulars (2025) Josiah Teal The tales and triumphs of The Regulars is not for everyone, but for those longing for the days of Dante & Randal at the quick-stop, Fil & Dusty will provide plenty of nostalgia even for the most cynical.
Posted Oct 28, 2025  Edit critic review
One Battle After Another (2025) Daniel Rester One Battle After Another is yet another daring entry in Anderson’s filmography. It gives the audience laughs, thrills, and plenty to chew on as it portrays both ugly and hopeful aspects of American culture both past and present.
Posted Oct 28, 2025  Edit critic review
Sovereign (2025) Nick Boyd This is a timely and thought provoking movie that does a skillful job at showing how this kind of radical thinking that Jerry espouses to his son can take hold. Both Offerman and Tremblay give powerful and intense performances...
Posted Oct 28, 2025  Edit critic review
Love & Other Crimes (2025) Alton Williams “Love & Other Crimes” is a stylish, character-driven slice of indie grit. It has heart, edge, and just enough mystery to keep you hooked.
Posted Oct 28, 2025  Edit critic review
Roofman (2025) Rosalynn Try-Hane The pacing of Roofman lets it down making it feel a bit biopic by numbers. It needed ruthless editing. There are so many scenes of Jeffrey reaching for a packet of M&Ms whilst hiding out in Toys R Us which we just didn’t need..
Posted Oct 28, 2025  Edit critic review
Ebony & Ivory (2024) Josiah Teal Someday Ebony & Ivory could share the same space as Samurai Cop or The Velocipastor, yet it lacks the charm and stakes that let so many cult classics earn their cult status.
Posted Oct 28, 2025  Edit critic review
Pools (2025) Alton Williams Pools has a little Freaks & Geeks, a little Breakfast Club, a little Booksmart, and a lot of modern indie flair, all brought together for one massive moment of freedom.
Posted Oct 28, 2025  Edit critic review
Light Up (2024) Alton Williams Light Up is a film that deserves to be seen—at festivals, on streaming, wherever it can find you. And when it does, let it. Let it light you up too.
Posted Oct 28, 2025  Edit critic review
Morning Glory (2010) Alton Williams Morning Glory may not be quite glorious and is unashamedly fluff but it is quality fluff and anything that leaves you with as big a smile on your face as this film can’t be bad.
Posted Oct 14, 2025  Edit critic review
The War Between (2024) Joe Muldoon The War Between is a fresh perspective on the true, hidden, oft-forgotten cost of the American Civil War, a tribute to those who —literally and figuratively— found themselves in the crossfire.
Posted Sep 11, 2025  Edit critic review
The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025) Daniel Rester First Steps is easily the best Fantastic Four film to date and is among the better MCU films of the past few years. There are many smaller elements in the film that can be nitpicked, but First Steps as a whole is entertaining and uplifting...
Posted Aug 20, 2025  Edit critic review
The Balconettes (2024) Josiah Teal At its core, The Balconettes is a relevant film addressing relationships, the creative process, female empowerment, an assault on predatory behavior, and a feminist anthem all rolled into a haunting, thrilling, funny, and engaging cinematic experience.
Posted Aug 19, 2025  Edit critic review
If You Should Leave Before Me (2025) Josiah Teal If You Should Leave Before Me is not for everyone, but it’s something for indie fans to admire. Creativity and indie innovation combined with a passion for filmmaking radiate through every scene, making it a solid watch.
Posted Aug 01, 2025  Edit critic review
This World Alone (2018) Trent Neely While some ideas are given more time to develop than others, the ideas introduced are thought-provoking and bolstered by great performances and memorable cinematography.
Posted Jul 25, 2025  Edit critic review
The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025) Jake Peffer While having a few missteps here and there, The Fantastic Four: First Steps overcomes them. Featuring a great cast that all fits perfectly together, a family dynamic that is both engaging and fun to watch, and some incredible action sequences...
Posted Jul 24, 2025  Edit critic review
JessZilla (2022) Simon Thompson Overall, this is a documentary that will leave you feeling angry but inspired at the same time, angry that someone so young with so much to give can have their life so cruelly taken away, but inspired to make the absolute most of what life has to offer.
Posted Jul 24, 2025  Edit critic review
F1 The Movie (2025) Daniel Rester F1 starts to feel bloated and repetitive at a certain point as the film runs for 156 minutes. It’s a fun ride though, containing plenty of blockbuster thrills due to its exceptional visual and sound design.
Posted Jul 23, 2025  Edit critic review
Dangerous Animals (2025) Daniel Rester Dangerous Animals is no Jaws (1975). What films are? But it is a sharp little horror flick that blends serial killer and shark tropes together well as Byrne and Courtney surprise the audience.
Posted Jul 23, 2025  Edit critic review
28 Years Later (2025) Josiah Teal ...for those craving an artistic take on the zombie plague and a rich narrative filled with emotional nuance, 28 Years Later is among the best zombie media.
Posted Jul 16, 2025  Edit critic review
KPop Demon Hunters (2025) Josiah Teal By way of HUNTR/X’s lush sound, Kpop Demonhunters flaunts flawless animation and rich themes that radiate from the opening bars to the closing credits.
Posted Jul 16, 2025  Edit critic review
Jurassic World Rebirth (2025) Josiah Teal Jonathan Bailey is charming, and hearing the theme music feels like a treat for the movie lover’s soul. But nothing in Rebirth merits the joys of the original or the engagement to stand on its own glories.
Posted Jul 16, 2025  Edit critic review
Lilo & Stitch (2025) Josiah Teal 2025’s Lilo & Stitch grasps the heart of the source material better than any live-action remake in the Disney catalog, sharing a moving, hilarious, and chaotic story of love, acceptance, and most of all, “Ohana.”
Posted Jun 07, 2025  Edit critic review
Lilo & Stitch (2025) Joe Muldoon Whilst it’s difficult to justify remaking a bonafide classic animation, the fact remains that Lilo & Stitch is an incredibly fun film that has had families pouring into cinemas. Did this need to be made? Probably not – but it’s hard to not enjoy it.
Posted Jun 07, 2025  Edit critic review
The Last Rodeo (2025) Jake Peffer The Last Rodeo is a basic story that has good intentions but ultimately fails in almost every aspect. Bad direction and a poor script led to less than stellar performances from everyone involved.
Posted Jun 07, 2025  Edit critic review
Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning (2025) Josiah Teal More so than previous installments, Dead Reckoning feels like a fandom film farewell. Easter eggs to prior installments line the story and more than a few familiar faces rejoin for a seeming sendoff to Ethan Hunt.
Posted Jun 07, 2025  Edit critic review
Final Destination Bloodlines (2025) Daniel Rester Final Destination: Bloodlines is uneven at times as it tries to reinvent the series’ formula. The opening sequence and a few scenes in the second half remind horror audiences why they enjoy this series though.
Posted Jun 07, 2025  Edit critic review
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