Planet B, the second feature film from French director Aude Léa Rapin, made its mark at Fantastic Fest 2024 but left audiences with mixed feelings. A dystopian sci-fi thriller, the film explores timely themes of state control, virtual prisons, and resistance. While it boasts a compelling premise, strong performances, and striking visuals, “Planet B” ultimately… Continue reading Fantestic Fest 2024: Planet B
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Movie Review: JOKER: FOLIE A DEUX
I was never a big fan of the first Joker film. At the same time, it has a compelling story and a fantastic performance by Joaquin Phoenix. The sequel comes across a wild-haired idea to capitalize on the previous success of other comic-book-inspired movies, while attempting a darker, more exciting approach to a villain’s backstory.… Continue reading Movie Review: JOKER: FOLIE A DEUX
Fantastic Fest 2024: Will and Harper
Will & Harper (2024), now streaming on Netflix, is an intimate and heartfelt documentary directed by Josh Greenbaum. It chronicles a deeply personal road trip between comedian Will Ferrell and his longtime friend, Harper Steele, who recently came out as a trans woman. The film captures their transformative journey of self-discovery, friendship, and acceptance as… Continue reading Fantastic Fest 2024: Will and Harper
Fantastic Fest 2024: MadS
MadS is a unique, frenetic, pulse-pounding French horror-thriller that takes viewers on a wild ride through the streets of Paris throughout one chaotic, unforgettable night. Directed by David Moreau, this 88-minute film stands out with its bold one-take format, immersing the audience in a continuous, uninterrupted stream of escalating tension. This cinematic approach, often seen… Continue reading Fantastic Fest 2024: MadS
Movie News: Borderline: A Murder Mystery from Lionsgate Now Available on Digital
Unravel a murder mystery in Borderline, coming to Digital on October 1 from Lionsgate, and watch as two detectives with clashing personalities and viewpoints are forced to team up to solve crimes in their neighboring cities. Despite their differences, they become an unstoppable force when they manage to get on the same page. Borderline features… Continue reading Movie News: Borderline: A Murder Mystery from Lionsgate Now Available on Digital
Fantestic Fest 2024: Memoirs of a Snail
Memoir of a Snail is a beautifully crafted, poignant stop-motion animation that immerses the audience in the complexities of grief, sibling bonds, and resilience. Directed by Adam Elliot, the film is set in the 1970s Australian countryside and tells the bittersweet story of siblings Grace and Gilbert, whose lives are upended after their father’s death.… Continue reading Fantestic Fest 2024: Memoirs of a Snail
Fantastic Fest 2024: Dead Talents Society
Dead Talents Society presents a unique perspective on the supernatural, blending humor, horror, and an unexpected commentary on the pressures of success—even in the afterlife. Directed by John Hsu, this 2024 Taiwanese horror-comedy delves into what happens when the struggle for identity and relevance doesn’t end with death. Instead, it intensifies as ghosts find themselves… Continue reading Fantastic Fest 2024: Dead Talents Society
Movie Review: In the Summers – Award winner at Sundance Now Arrives in Austin, TX
Winner of Sundance’s U.S. Dramatic Grand Jury Prize and Directing Award, In the Summers, now has the North American theatrical release of queer Colombian American writer-director Alessandra Lacorazza’s debut feature, semi-autobiographical family drama. In the Summers is an intimate coming-of-age story that delves into the complex father-daughter relationships and generational divides within the Latinx community… Continue reading Movie Review: In the Summers – Award winner at Sundance Now Arrives in Austin, TX
Fantastic Fest 2024 Review: Wild Robot
Heart Stoppingly Beautiful To Watch DreamWorks Animation began with Antz, and has given us some of the most special animated tales in the history of film such as Kung Fu Panda, How to Train your Dragon and who could forget Shrek? Shrek spawned an entire empire bringing in millions of dollars for the company that once… Continue reading Fantastic Fest 2024 Review: Wild Robot
Movie Review: IFC Films/Shudder Release Azrael in Austin, TX Theaters – Horror on All Levels
“After the Rapture, those left on Earth will suffer in silence” – from the film title card Synopsis – In a world where no one speaks, a mysterious, devout community hunts down a young woman named Azrael (Samara Weaving) who has escaped their imprisonment. Recaptured by its ruthless leaders, she is to be sacrificed to… Continue reading Movie Review: IFC Films/Shudder Release Azrael in Austin, TX Theaters – Horror on All Levels