Reviews Archive
Antoine Olivier Pilon makes a magnificent turn in “Most Wanted” with Josh Harnett solidifying his second coming. The clever crime thriller thoroughly entertains and is a most excellent experience. Ripped from the headlines, reporter Victor Malarek (Josh Hartnett) is looking for a story to save his floundering
The remarkably radiant Rosamund Pike perfectly captures the essence of Madame Marie Curie in the delightful drama “Radioactive.” Pike personifies resilience bringing the powerful pioneer to life. Science breakthroughs come in all shapes and sizes. However, one of the most magnificent discoveries, which shattered scientific communities, came
An exhilarating examination of a complex controversial figure, “Helmut Newton: The Bad and the Beautiful” beautifully brings back the iconic photographer. Helmut Newton’s captivating cult status shines sublimely in this delightful documentary. German photographer Helmut Newton was a master photographer, who died tragically in a Los Angeles
Although a founding father of the Italian Neo-Realism movement, Palme d’Or winning and Academy Award nominated director Luchino Visconti doesn’t get the respect he truly deserves. Thanks to a spectacular transfer and beautiful Blu-ray debut, “L’Innocente” might resurrect and introduce the phenomenal director to a new generation.
Art is in the eye of the beholder. Despite engaging efforts, Jenny Slate struggles to find the perfect style to truly shine in “The Sunlit Night.” Aspiring painter Frances (Slate) can’t channel and capture the right style in the New York art scene after missing out on
“Widow of Silence” is a stunning story about social injustice with breathtaking cinematography. Clear your conscience and be prepared to open your heart with Praveen Morchhale’s latest effort. Death doesn’t come easy, especially for widows. Aasia’s (Shilpi Marwaha) husband disappeared several years ago in the Kashmir conflict,
As the titular “Guest of Honour,” David Thewlis’ performance is thoroughly enjoyable. Unfortunately, the rest of Atom Egoyan’s eccentric party doesn’t live up to the invitation. While preparing for her father’s funeral, music teacher Veronica (Laysla De Oliveira) confides her family’s secrets and past to Father Greg
Sigmund Freud’s fascinating last encounter is brought to life with a larger than life performance by Bruno Ganz. “The Tobacconist” showcases another amazing role by the versatile Bruno Ganz and is a fascinating film to discover. Searching for better opportunities to support his mother, sheltered seventeen-year-old Franz
Kick out the Jams and get ready for some Kidz Bop! From the director of “Soul Surfer,” Sean McNamara’s latest tune “Mighty Oak” struggles to find the right rhythm and genre. Up and coming San Diego band Army of Love seems to be going places with lead
“The Outpost” is a genuine, gritty and compelling war thriller worthy of your attention. Rod Lurie’s latest movie mesmerizes in an explosive, entertaining salute to heroism. Based on the “N.Y. Times” bestseller “The Outpost: An Untold Story of American Valor” by CNN’s Jake Tapper, a group of
Never be afraid to stand up for injustice. For over 60 years, John Lewis’ activism has shaped the hearts and minds of countless generations and Dawn Porter’s documentary “John Lewis: Good Trouble” hopes to inspire some more. John Lewis has been at the forefront of social activism
Problems plague parents every day and often times they feel overwhelmed worrying what they could’ve done better to prevent particular scenarios playing out. An astonishing accomplishment, Michael Bentham’s “Disclosure” dives into one of the most deeply depressing and excruciating situations a parent could ever imagine. Every story
