Film Reviews
Full-length criticism of theatrical releases, independent cinema, and films worth rediscovering.
Moana: Lost beyond the reef
July 11, 2026 · Watch the official trailer Animation, when done right, gives cinema a sense of artistry and fantasy that is difficult to…
Young Washington: Before the American legend
July 6, 2026 · Watch the official trailer Capturing and portraying America's Founding Fathers in popular culture has often been a tricky endeavor, largely…
Supergirl: Running on Kryptonite
June 29, 2026 · Watch the trailer Part of the appeal of comic books to readers, young and old alike, is the dynamic, vibrant,…
Toy Story 5: The next plaything
June 22, 2026 · Watch the official trailer The gold standard in family animated films for decades has been the “Toy Story” franchise as…
Disclosure Day: Following the signs
June 15, 2026 · Watch the official trailer Often, a filmmaker in the twilight of their career will make a movie that serves as…
Masters of the Universe: By the power of camp
June 8, 2026 · Watch the trailer Camp only works in comedy if everyone is in on the joke. The overly broad, absurd, and…
The Breadwinner: A house built on familiar ground
June 1, 2026 · Watch the official trailer Comedian Nate Bargatze has been on a quest to make an affordable, family-friendly trip to the…
The Mandalorian and Grogu: Bounty hunting by formula
May 22, 2026 · Watch the trailer Franchises and universes have been around for a while in pop culture, though integrating television and film…
In the Grey: Caught in the crossfire
May 18, 2026 · Watch the official trailer Sometimes films seem like two different movies smashed together into one narrative structure. It’s almost as…
