“The beginning of Mad Men’s final flight enforced the idea that individuals may physically change but outward appearances don’t always reflect the inner-self.”
“Tastefully erotic and mystical in tone, The Iron Rose shines a light on youthful arrogance that often blinds us from darker realities.”
“At a certain point, and you’ll know when, the dialogue takes a dramatic turn; it’s almost as if Benson decided to use every pre-production joke centered around a most obvious plot point.”
“Surprisingly, director Stearns spends little time navigating the physical world of Faults (the cult); he takes a minimalist approach and produces a game of psychological chess.”
“While Cronenberg’s visuals and Bruce Wagner’s dialogue left me speechless early on, the pacing and tone of the final half inspired a couple face-palms. Even so, Cronenberg has plenty to say with Maps to the Stars, and the film’s best moments are powerful.”
“Heart-warming and often hilarious, Kumiko, the Treasure Hunter reminds that individuality may take one a long way given the right conditions. Chase your treasures with confidence and be prepared.”
“Director Mitchell works his settings to the fullest, whether it’s the perceived isolation of a beach, a seemingly safe school or the inevitable, claustrophobic moment of domesticity.”
“Kemper’s a joy to watch, and ‘Kimmy Goes Outside!’ establishes the framework for a potentially iconic character.”
“Much like Polanski, the Keelings don’t rely on cheap gags to convey horror, as The House on Pine Street succeeds through outstanding cinematography and the refined acting of Emily Goss.”
The Overnighters isn’t a film specifically about about the trials and tribulations of Pastor Jay Reinke; it’s about Americans trying to get by in the unlikeliest of places.
