The programmers of this year’s film festival decided to up the ante by scheduling a record number of “Secret Screenings.” In past years, the festival usually only offered two or three of these mystery offerings, but this year, four was the magic number. The first of these was the new film by Jason Reitman, Saturday… Continue reading Fantastic Fest 2024 Movie Review: SATURDAY NIGHT
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Movie News: The Wait (La Espera) Available in North America after Fantastic Fest 2023
The Wait (La Espera) had the North American premiere at Fantastic Fest 2023 in Austin, Texas, after world premiering at the Oldenburg Film Festival. It was on an award-winning festival tour that included Sitges, Shanghai, and Vancouver screenings. Film Movement has officially released The Wait (La Espera), the latest film from Spanish cult filmmaker F.… Continue reading Movie News: The Wait (La Espera) Available in North America after Fantastic Fest 2023
Movie News: MAXXXINE Now Available on 4K UHD, Blu-ray™, DVD, and Digital
The third and final installment of Ti West’s X trilogy finally comes home when MAXXXINE arrives October 8 on 4K UHD, Blu-ray™, DVD, and Digital from Lionsgate. With the previous titles in the trilogy receiving critical and audience acclaim, star Mia Goth shares that “it’s the biggest story of the three with the highest stakes”… Continue reading Movie News: MAXXXINE Now Available on 4K UHD, Blu-ray™, DVD, and Digital
Fantastic Fest 2024: TEACUP
In recent years, Fantastic Fest has opened its lineup to include television series that fall under its genre label. This year, I attended screenings for two TV shows, one of which was Teacup. One thing that caught my attention about Teacup was that one of the executive producers is James Wan (Saw, Insidious, The Conjuring).… Continue reading Fantastic Fest 2024: TEACUP
Fantestic Fest 2024: Planet B
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
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