Companion (2025) Review: A Great Sci-Fi Premise That Doesn't Trust Itself
Companion just hit Netflix with a strong premise about a robot reclaiming her autonomy, and a lead performance from Sophie Thatcher that deserves a more confident movie around it. Here's why the tonal whiplash keeps it from landing, and how it stacks up against the one film in this current wave that actually commits.
Obsession Review: Curry Barker's Horror Debut Earns the Hype
Curry Barker's horror debut turns a $750,000 budget into one of the year's best genre films, anchored by a ferocious Inde Navarrette performance. Here's why it works, and where it fits alongside The Substance, Pearl, and Companion in horror's current loss-of-autonomy streak.
The Odyssey Review: Nolan's Practical-Effects Epic Is a Beautiful, Uneven Trip
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is a gorgeous, uneven swing at practical-effects filmmaking, one that buries a genuinely sharp war-guilt story under a rocky opening act. Here's what works, what doesn't, and why the pre-release casting controversy might be part of the point.
Sinners (2025) Movie Review: A Stunning Vampire Horror Set in the Jim Crow South
A gripping vampire horror set in the Jim Crow South, Sinners (2025) blends stunning cinematography, powerful performances, and profound themes of survival and temptation. Discover why this film is a modern genre classic.
One Battle After Another Review: PT Anderson’s Smart Satire of Modern America
PT Anderson’s One Battle After Another is a stunning meditation on revolution, family, and the fractured state of modern America. With Leonardo DiCaprio delivering a career-defining performance, this smart, satirical drama balances heartfelt storytelling with cutting cultural critique — and might just be 2025’s best film.
Superman 2025 Review: Does James Gunn Deliver a Super Start?
So, first things first: David Corenswet as Superman. Never thought I’d see the guy from Pearl trading lines with Lois Lane in Metropolis! Wild. The actual movie? Not mind-blowing, but I enjoyed it. It’s a good flick—a fresh start for the DCU. If you’re here for superhero vibes and some solid performances, you’ll have a good time.
Inside "Little Bites": A Claustrophobic Horror Gem on Shudder
If you’re searching for a fresh horror experience that trades jump scares for creeping dread, Little Bites—now streaming on Shudder—deserves your attention. Released in 2024, this low-budget thriller proves that you don’t need blockbuster effects to deliver genuine chills. Let’s take a closer look at why Little Bites is a horror worth watching.
A Dive into 'Anora': Best Picture Winner of 2024
Anora explores human emotion through a rich narrative and stunning visuals. It follows Anora's journey of love, loss, and self-discovery. The cinematography effectively conveys her internal struggles, immersing the audience in her experience. The lead actress delivers a relatable and poignant performance, supported by a cast that deepens the themes of solitude and connection. The screenplay is sharp and introspective, with memorable dialogues. Director Sean Baker has created a film that engages viewers on an emotional level, making Anora a must-watch in contemporary cinema.
The Gorge Review
Though The Gorge doesn’t redefine any particular genre, its blend of elements makes it an entertaining watch.
Review of "Captain America: Brave New World"
We maybe witnessing the first movie casualty to influencers.
Revisiting 'Irreversible: The Straight Cut' - A Stark Reflection on French Cinema's Dark Side
A review of the rerelease of the most disturbing movie ever made. Gaspar Noe’s Irreversible. Now cut in a “front to back” manner, which is no less horrifying.
The Brutalist: A Cinematic Triumph in Vistavision
My review of Brady Corbet’s ambitious epic, The Brutalist. A gorgeous, sweeping grand swing of a movie that miraculously can exist.
Oppenheimer - Christopher Nolan's Atomic Symphony
Review of Oppenheimer. Christopher Nolan’s magnum opus?

