DIE ALONE fumbles an interesting genre mashup
by Heidi Krull, Staff Writer
If Die Alone was a normal drama film instead of a zombie horror, it may have been more successful.
THE LINE highlights the dangers of power and privilege but pulls its punch
by Rachel Shatto, Staff Writer
Is there something inherently sinister about fraternities?
THE STOIC is a fun thriller with a novel setting
by Kevin Murphy, Staff Writer
The Stoic feels like a short thriller concept expanded to feature length, but feels lean and steadily-paced rather than sagging heavily in the middle.
FANATICAL: THE CATFISHING OF TEGAN AND SARA offers a compassionate view of a true crime story
by Kate Beach, Staff Writer
Erin Lee Carr’s fascinating new documentary Fanatical: The Catfishing of Tegan and Sara comes at a time when fandom and obsession are constantly being discussed, and the word ‘parasocial’ gets tossed around like it’s the new ‘problematic.’
DRAINED is a bloody good time
by Vannah Taylor, Staff Writer
Drained takes a look at the life of a young man looking to escape an unsatisfactory life but finds that his new vice is far from the answer he was looking for.
GHOST GAME marries haunted house horror with home invasion thriller
by Jill Vranken, Staff Writer
In her sophomore feature, Jill Gevargizian marries haunted house horror with home invasion thriller and provides some interesting, if decidedly mixed results.
Disc Dispatch: KINGDOM OF THE SPIDERS (1977)
by Rosalie Kicks, Old Sport and Editor in Chief
Kingdom of The Spiders may not be a movie that I am pining to revisit, but it did manage to capture me in its web.
ALLSWELL IN NEW YORK demonstrates the power of sisterhood
by Mo Moshaty, Staff Writer
In All's Well in New York, three Nuyorican sisters tackle the overwhelming trials of single motherhood, demanding careers, and complex family ties, all while unearthing humor and comfort in their unbreakable sisterly bond.
ANORA tackles serious issues without sacrificing joy
by Billie Anderson, Staff Writer
Anora is an extraordinary film that delivers on every front.
Now Playing at Philly Film Fest: THE BLACK SEA, GIRLS WILL BE GIRLS, A TRAVELER'S NEEDS and more
by Gary M. Kramer, Staff Writer
Gary shares his thoughts on six films playing at this year’s fest.
THE CONVERT depicts colonialism in New Zealand with mixed results
by Kevin Murphy, Staff Writer
This is a fine production with strong cinematography, writing, and acting; however, the film fails to untangle itself from those problematic conventions which exist as a lasting result of the imperialism it comments upon, which is unfortunate.
THE APPRENTICE is a true American horror story
by Rosalie Kicks, Editor in Chief and Old Sport
To the surprise of no one, The Apprentice does not paint Trump in a good light. None of the revelations will be cause for people to faint in town square. Donald is a terrible person through and through, no doubt.
DADDY'S HEAD is a truly terrifying exploration of trauma
by Kimberly L., Staff Writer
Daddy’s Head was the standout horror film of my 2024 Fantastic Fest screenings–truly terrifying.
MAD ABOUT THE BOY: THE NOËL COWARD STORY is pure hagiography
by Carmen Paddock, Staff Writer
Mad About the Boy: The Noël Coward Story is a pleasant hour and a half celebrating one of the 20th century’s most witty and versatile writers, but expect nothing deeper.
PUZZLE BOX offers a maze of madness
by Mo Moshaty, Staff Writer
Puzzle Box sends the audience on a psychological journey of addiction, emotional turmoil and repressed anger between two sisters in a sinister ever-changing house.
SATURDAY NIGHT is not flawless but its heart is in the right place
by Billie Anderson, Staff Writer
Ultimately, Saturday Night plays like a historical drama for those who find traditional war films dull.
PIECE BY PIECE embraces Pharrell Williams’ worldview and Lego to capture creativity
by Ryan Silberstein, Managing Editor, Red Herring
Where the film shines is in its expressions of Williams’ creativity and the emotions he puts into his music.
FALLING STARS twists the witch myth and casts an atmospheric spell
by Rachel Shatto, Staff Writer
As our collective sense of fear and dread increasingly takes on an existential hue, folk horror feels ever more relevant in the way that it puts its subjects at the mercy of nature and larger forces far beyond our understanding.
The writing in MR. CROCKET doesn't live up to its central performance
by Jenika McCrayer, Staff Writer
Mr. Crocket has some great moments, and Mr. Crocket himself is a definite contender for Children’s Nightmare Fuel, along with greats like Krueger and Chucky.
WE LIVE IN TIME is an incredibly heartfelt exploration of a relationship
by Billie Anderson, Staff Writer
We Live in Time transcends the typical “cancer film” label; it’s a beautifully crafted love story, brought to life by the chemistry and charisma of its lead actors.