Unfortunately, while I sat to watch with a sliver of hope for a nail-biting adventure—perhaps with a clever twist or two—I quickly learned that this film wouldn't be swimming with the greats. Instead, I found myself floundering through a plot filled with superficial characters and a story threadbare enough to leave many unanswered questions in its wake.
Dominique—the film that initially felt like it was going to be a bit of a struggle, but ultimately delivered a surprising punch. Directed by a team eager to deliver a compelling story, this film stars Oksana Orlan as the intriguingly complex assassin.
"Wake Up," directed by the trio of François Simard, Anouk Whissell, and Yoann-Karl Whissell, attempts to cram slasher horror, a dash of social commentary, and the spirit of eco-activism into a single flat-pack of mediocrity.
In a landscape rich with horror and psychological thrillers, I felt a pang of disappointment after watching "Longlegs," directed by Osgood Perkins and featuring a talented cast including Maika Monroe, Nicolas Cage, and Alicia Witt. While I had hoped the film would stand out, it instead floated somewhere in the realm of mediocrity.
Animal Factory, directed by Steve Buscemi and released in 2000, tries to present itself as a gritty exploration of life behind bars. Featuring actors like Edward Furlong, Willem Dafoe, and Danny Trejo, this film aims to delve into the harsh realities of incarceration.
As I prepared to watch Alien: Romulus, I felt a blend of anticipation and skepticism. I was ready to embrace a film that, while aiming to entertain, might not reach the iconic heights of its predecessors in the franchise. It’s clear that Alien: Romulus isn't a bad film, but it also doesn’t quite stand out among the earlier entries.
"Terrifier" presents a premise that, at first glance, may seem rooted in classic slasher tropes. The film revolves around Art the Clown, a silent yet menacing figure who unexpectedly chooses his victims on a fateful Halloween night.
Directed by Glenn Ficarra and John Requa, "Focus" is a slick 2015 heist drama that combines elements of romance, con artistry, and deception, featuring a charismatic leading duo in Will Smith and Margot Robbie.
where do I even begin with this cinematic adventure? Picture this: a movie that claims to be an action thriller but ends up feeling like a list of every bad spy cliché ever written—on a napkin.
As a huge fan of the original "The Crow," I approached the 2024 remake with mixed feelings. Brandon Lee's performance profoundly impacted me, and the tragic circumstances of his death during filming only added to the film's mystique and emotional weight. With high hopes for Bill Skarsgård, who I genuinely enjoy as an actor, I was eager to see his take on Eric Draven. However, I quickly found myself disappointed.