The Saviors is one of those films I wanted to like more than I did. It has a compelling setup, a strong cast, and a clear intention behind what it’s trying to say. To be fair, there were moments when it genuinely pulled me in. I found parts of the mystery engaging, even if I… Continue reading SXSW 2026 – The Saviors: doesn’t quite hit its target
Day: March 21, 2026
SXSW 2026 – Love Language: enough sincerity and charm along the way to make it enjoyable
Love Language feels like the kind of romantic comedy that’s trying to be a little more thoughtful than most, even if it doesn’t always get there smoothly. Directed by Joey Powers and led by Chloë Grace Moretz, the film centers on Lou, a writer whose career has stalled into writing marketing copy, only to find… Continue reading SXSW 2026 – Love Language: enough sincerity and charm along the way to make it enjoyable
SXSW 2026 – Forbidden Fruits: frustrating, shallow, and nowhere near clever
I saw Forbidden Fruits at SXSW 2026 and walked out feeling genuinely disappointed. It sets itself up like it’s going to be bold, edgy, and maybe even a little subversive, especially with its all-female coven operating inside a suburban mall. Directed by Meredith Alloway and featuring a strong cast led by Lili Reinhart, Victoria Pedretti,… Continue reading SXSW 2026 – Forbidden Fruits: frustrating, shallow, and nowhere near clever