Sleeping Dogs is a welcome anti-hero to the major studio franchises that dominate the theaters and a welcome “change of pace”.
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Azrael | SXSW 2024 Film Review
Samara Weaving stars as Azrael, a mute hunted in an apocalyptic hellscape. Read on for our spoiler-free review.
Read More »Black Box Diaries | 2024 SXSW Film Review
Black Box Diaries is an intimate exploration into the absolute absurdity of Japan’s decades-old rape laws and the lengths to which a rape or sexual assault victim must go through for justice.
Read More »I Love You Forever | SXSW 2024 Film Review
A social commentary on dating today with insight into the trauma of a painful, confusing, and chaotic relationship, I Love You Forever should be required viewing before matching on dating platforms like Hinge.
Read More »The Fall of the House of Usher (2023) | TV Series Review
As a conclusion to Mike Flanagan’s series’ on Netflix, The Fall of the House of Usher is his most inventive and original. The tone falls deep into its gothic horror roots but leans further into its capability of mystery and intrigue.
Read More »Barbie (2023) | Film Review
Balancing the line of dour and fun is a difficult feat to achieve, but Gerwig, Robbie, and team impressively land a Biles-level dismount with Barbie.
Read More »The Channel (2023) | Film Review
Through blood, violence, and probably more than 3,000 rounds of ammunition per person, The Channel takes the traditional crime thriller formula to another level: fully automatic guns, sulfuric acid, heart-pounding action sequences that last 5-10 minutes, and a blend of family drama.
Read More »Raging Grace | 2023 SXSW Film Review
Raging Grace beautifully combines story, creativity, and perspective, and its director, Paris Zarcilla, wisely utilizes crafty lighting and a gorgeous set to supplement.
Read More »Love & Death | SXSW 2023 TV Review
Elizabeth Olsen and Jesse Plemons star in a sordid tale revolving around a horrific act in Love & Death. Read on for our review.
Read More »Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Rolls a Nat 20 | 2023 SXSW Film Review
Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves is an explosively fun and downright ridiculous film meant for all races, classes, and feats.
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