Through cinematic elegance, Keshavarz molds a highly effective story about family generations facing adversity but coming out on top and respecting each other for who they are.
'Silver Dollar Road' Is A Moving, and Infuriating Film About Race and Ownership
No matter where you stand on the political spectrum, the pain the Reels experience is very relatable. That's the power film can have
'The Mission' Fails To Embark As Fascinating Tale
Unfortunately, for a cold-hearted demon like me, I had trouble empathizing with John Chau.
'Capsule Review' All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt'
Director Raven Jackson comes through with an effective feature debut in a film about life, loss, nature, and family that spans multiple decades.
Capsule Review 'Dream Scenario'
In Dream Scenario. Kristoffer Borgli writes and directs something of a modern version of Being John Malkovich, where the appearance of one man becomes a sensation and a victim of cancel culture.
'Killers of the Flower Moon' Is Enticing Throughout Its Mega Length
Killers of the Flower Moon is a detailed covered film that will make you want to rewind its gigantic reel to see what plot points you missed the first time around.
Capsule Review 'Sisterhood' The Chicago International Film Festival
Sisterhood is a complex, examination of modern-day culture that doesn't say anything new. Rather it takes its structure from the fallout of an online posting.
Capsule Review 'The Mission' The Chicago International Film Festival
If The Mission were cut down to a short film, it would have been far more effective.
Capsule Reviews 'Silver Dollar Road' and 'The Persian Version'-Chicago International Film Festival
Two knockout films are playing at the Chicago International Film Festival. Silver Dollar Road premieres on October 13 and The Persian Version on October 17.
'The Road Dance'-Is A Moving, and Difficult Picture to Watch
The Road Dance is a powerful movie that can be a bit too theatrical from time to time. But certainly not often enough to hinder the impact it leaves.
'Loki' Season 2 Has Difficulty Producing Magic
Where the stakes are high, my interest is moderate to low for Loki season two.
'The Creator' Can't Conjure Up A Miracle
Mixing the heart of Steven Spielberg's A.I. Artificial Intelligence with the action of Neill Blomkamp's District 9, Gareth Edwards brings us The Creator, a film that has a lot going for it but falls short.
'Fair Play' Is A Heart racing Character Study On Gender Dynamics
Fair Play is a nail-biting social commentary that doesn't lose its edge until the screen cuts to black.
'Stop Making Sense' Is A Concert Worth Revisiting
By no means will you experience the film the same way with a large 4K screen in a home theater. You'll think you may have had the same experience, but you'll be robbed of the vast technical mastery you'll get on a 4K digital Imax projection.
'Dumb Money' Is A Disjointed, Hilarious Robin Hood Tale
Structurally sloppy but emotionally hilarious, Dumb Money is an interesting narrative similar to other films about the market, like The Big Short and Blackberry.
'My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3' Has Enough Heart and Honesty To Warrant A Trip To Greece
My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 is like seeing a familiar relative. You enjoy their company and quirks for all they have.
'Fremont' Is An Engrossing Character Study With A Familiar Ending
Fremont is not searing, nor is it forgettable. It rests somewhere in between cinematic artistry and familiar Indie film conventions.
'Strays' Vulgarity Fails To Boost Its Premise
Once we get over the fact that the dogs drop the F-bomb constantly, there's not much for Strays to go on.
'The Last Voyage of the Demeter' Is A Clever Yet Overall Dull Journey
For a Dracula film, The Last Voyage of the Demeter is a clever take on a beloved horror novel. But is it clever enough to warrant a feature film?
'Gran Turismo' Offers A Mostly Smoothe Ride
There's enough substance and heart to make GT work as a story, if only a decent one.