What power does one song have? That is the question Vivo sets out to answer with eye-catching visuals and a narrative that stumbles along the way. Sony Pictures Animation came in swinging in 2021. First, there was The Mitchells vs. […]
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A perfect dichotomy of humor and tragedy, Lamb sneaks its way to the front of the line as a long-term festival favorite. Directed by Valdimar Jóhannsson, the feature film had its premiere at the 74th Festival de Cannes on July […]
With a number of A24 films taking Cannes by storm, After Yang reigns as the silent killer. The quiet philosophical drama subjects viewers to an intimate and tender slow-burn. The film had its premiere at the 74th Festival de Cannes […]
As the centerpiece of the 74th Festival de Cannes schedule, one would expect Julia Ducournau’s Titane to be nothing less than impactful. Titane is true body horror. It is an unconventional, insane, and oddly empowering, impactful thrill ride. At first […]
From poop jokes to unconventional sex toys, Benedetta is full of surprises. It pulls you into the exploration of the true story of a lesbian nun that eventually was imprisoned for life. The film had its premiere at Cannes with […]
It is a temperate July evening, and cinema is in the air. The magic of it all makes its official return to the French Riviera for the in-person 74th Festival de Cannes. In 2020, the festival decided to make the […]
Rarely do you encounter something that can pack emotional punches from every single direction. There is also a lot to say about one that can get people to sing and dance in their seats. This has always been the case […]
Two situations in life will most likely strike fear and panic in an unsuspecting victim. Those are meeting the in-laws and family gatherings. Shiva Baby has both. The film follows college student Danielle (Rachel Sennott), as she attends a family […]
Whatever one might say about I Care a Lot, there’s no denying its effectiveness at keeping its audience engaged. It’s one thing for it to have a high-caliber cast. But on top of that, it’s the kind of movie that […]
The NEXT category at Sundance is one that defies categorization itself. It breaks conventional molds and introduces out-of-the-box thinking. Strawberry Mansion is a colorful spectacle that fits this definition perfectly. It is a surrealist delight that brings a childlike wonder […]
