Reviews

There is a sterile, detached feeling that runs throughout Mid-Century (2022). The direction, set design, costuming, and dialogue create a stiff, off-balance tone that initially works in this horror/thriller/mystery. At one point, lovers Tom (Shane West) and Alice (Chelsea Gilligan) embrace in front of a beautiful, mid-20th century home they have rented for

Above all else, Good Luck to You, Leo Grande (2022) is a comedic drama about acceptance. Not only is it about accepting others for who they are, but – and most importantly – it’s about accepting oneself. It’s a two-person, one location interaction where our characters meet for one reason and come

The Jurassic World iteration of the long-running Jurassic Park franchise has been a huge mixed bag. While the first film had generally positive reviews, many condemned it and considered it awful. The general trend for the second film was a steep decline, though still mixed. With the release of Jurassic World Dominion, the general

Now here is a situation where a movie follows a well-worn blueprint but is executed with such flourish that it transcends its cliches. Hustle (2022) has all the ingredients of an underdog sports story: characters coming from nowhere, overcoming impossible odds both external and internal. It’s a tale of perseverance and dedication.

The horror genre seems to be fruitful for new directors. Effective horror can be often made on low-budget, which allows directors with a vision to stretch their creative muscles. The feature debut of Chloe Okuno is Watcher, and it comes with a simple, classic premise. A woman (Maika Monroe) and her