One Day In Sedona Review: A Match Made in Heaven
One Day in Sedona is a dialogue-heavy rom-com about two grieving individuals, Julie and Will, who meet on a hiking trail and explore fate, love, and personal growth amidst beautiful scenery.
Séance Review: A Gothic Thriller with Surface-Level Scares
Séance embraces the traditional look of a gothic thriller with elegant costumes, haunting settings, and cheap parlour tricks. Read on for our review!
Lilly Review: One Brave Woman’s Battle for Equal Pay
Lilly portrays the struggles of Lilly Ledbetter, a victim of gender discrimination fighting America’s most powerful for equal pay. Here’s our review of the film!
‘Rhythm Is a Dancer’ is a Charming Debut from Lauren Caster
Rhythm Is a Dancer is a visually delightful coming-of-age story and a triple-threat performance from Lauren Caster. Check out our review of this film!
6,000 Waiting Review: A Critical Call to Action for Americans
6,000 Waiting highlights advocacy for basic human rights and community support through the eyes of three Americans. Check out our review of the documentary!
‘Where Did the Adults Go?’ Explores the Darker Nuances of Sibling Relationships
Courtney Marsh’s Where Did the Adults Go? explores three siblings’ journeys through grief, loss, and the complexities of adulthood. Read on for our review of the film
‘Step Back, Doors Closing’ is a Classic Meet-Cute Movie
Step Back, Doors Closing pays proper homage to the rom-com with a tale of two strangers falling in love over a magical night of sightseeing. Read on for our review!
‘Now You See Me: Now You Don’t’ Is a Conflicting Caper
Now You See Me: Now You Don’t orchestrates a smoke-and-mirrors performance of cheap thrills and nostalgic cameos. Read on for our review of the film!
Ponyboi Review: River Gallo Shines as Dylan O’Brien Commits Crimes
Ponyboi is a vital addition to LGBTQ+ cinema, featuring a phenomenal performance from lead River Gallo. Read on for our review of the film!
Director Esteban Arango on the Romance of ‘Ponyboi’ — Interview
Esteban Arango discusses directing coming-of-age film Ponyboi, creating a sweeping romantic meet cute, and working with this impressive cast. Read on for the interview!
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