film reviews
'Superman' Optimistically Recalls a Less Cynical Time
Directed by James Gunn
PUBLISHED Jul 10, 2025
In 1978, Richard Donner's 'Superman' enticed moviegoers into theatres with the tagline, "You'll believe a man can fly." Now, amidst today's...
'Simple Plan: The Kids in the Crowd' Simplifies the Band's Triumphant Story
Directed by Didier Charette
PUBLISHED Jul 8, 2025
From their humble beginnings, Simple Plan have had to fight to be understood. Too pop for punk, too punk for pop, the Montreal five-piece...
'Lost Memories' Is a Reminder of Life's Fleeting Beauty
Directed by Mike Wong
PUBLISHED Jul 7, 2025
For many in this world, life will consist of a poetic cruelty. In one instance, the universe will handily provide laughter, loving...
'Topper' Goes Deep
Directed by Kevin McNamara
PUBLISHED Jul 7, 2025
Through the professional and personal struggles of a flailing comedian, Kevin McNamara explores the complexities of forgiveness in his dire...
'Squid Game' Falls Victim to Its Own Success in Season 3
PUBLISHED Jul 4, 2025
It's game over for Hwang Dong-hyuk's mega-hit Netflix thriller. The sadly plausible South Korean dystopian game show series wraps up with...
'40 Acres' Is a Tried-and-True Post-Apocalypse Story
Directed by R.T. Thorne
PUBLISHED Jul 4, 2025
It is interesting to chart our vision of what the post-apocalypse might be. The shortage is never the same, but the outcome always is...
'Jurassic World Rebirth' Should Go Extinct
Directed by Gareth Edwards
PUBLISHED Jul 3, 2025
In 1993, Dr. Ian Malcolm said to the dino-obsessed brain trust, "Your scientists were so preoccupied with whether or not they could, they...
It's Time for 'The Bear' to Close Up Shop with Season 4
Created by Christopher Storer
PUBLISHED Jun 30, 2025
We all held out hope that Season 3 of 'The Bear' would be like that quiet period in a restaurant when they close up between lunch and dinner...
