Fantastic Fest XX Review: In BODY BLOW, A Provocative, Propulsive Bruiser Of A Crime Flick
The film enjoyed its World Premiere at the 20th edition of Fantastic Fest
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Fantastic Fest XX Review: In THE CURSE, A Morbid, Macabre Lesson On Social Media Obsession
THE CURSE enjoyed its World Premiere at the 20th edition of Fantastic Fest.
JFF Theater: HAVE A SONG ON YOUR LIPS Review: A Moving Ode to Healing Through Music
Yuri, a former professional pianist unable to play again due to unresolved trauma, is assigned as a substitute teacher on the remote island of Goto. Reluctantly, she agrees to lead the local school choir to prepare it for a national competition. As she gets to know her students, each carrying their own unique traumas, Yuri discovers that music can be a path to healing, both for them and for herself. Based on Taishi Mori’s novel, inspired by the 2009 NHK documentary Greetings to a 15-Year-Old and Angela Aki’s song for the 2008 NHK National School Music Competition, the film unfolds with a serene yet evocative narrative. Its beautiful cinematography mirrors the characters’ inner struggles and triumphs, capturing the tranquil beauty of Goto Island. As the choir unites, the motto “Have a song on your lips and never give up the fight” becomes a powerful symbol of resilience. This slow-burning, emotional […]
NIGHT OF THE REAPER Review: A Lean Babysitter Slasher That Reaps What It Sows
The film streams on AMC’s Shudder this Friday.
Busan 2025 Review: In DEAR STRANGER, A Tale Of Ruinous Redemption
The film stars Hidetoshi Nishijima and Gwen Lun-Mei.
THE SHEPHERD CODE II: ROAD BACK Review: A Regressive Sequel Retread With A Little Improvement
The film opens in UK cinemas on September 19 and on digital worldwide beginning October 9.
THE LAST RONIN Review: A Cool, Well-Crafted Genre Blend For 80s And 90s Action Fans
THE LAST RONIN debuts on Digital beginning September 16 from Well Go USA.
FLAMING BROTHERS Eureka Blu-Ray Review: Keeping Love And Loyalty Alive In Joe Cheung’s Gangster Classic
The film arrives on limited edition Blu-Ray on September 16.
DARK DEAL Review: Braden D. White Leads Another Median Work-In-Progress Indie Action Effort
The film stars Braden D. White, Rodney Smith, Mattea White and Carl Rhonin.
JURASSIC WORLD: REBIRTH Universal Home Entertainment Blu-Ray Review: Humans, Dinosaurs, More Humans, More Dinosaurs, Oh My!
The movie is now available on Digital, 4K, Blu-Ray and DVD from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.
THE WORKOUT Review: A Vengeful Ex-Soldier Documents His Maddening Descent In James Cullen Bressack’s New Actioner
The film stars Peter Jae, Josh Kelly, and Ashlee Evans-Smith
Arrow Video Blu-Ray Review: In PROOF OF THE MAN, A Transcendant Masterpiece
This is one of the best films ever made.
YADANG: THE SNITCH Review: Kang Ha-Neul Dares You To Say No To Drugs In Hwang Byeong-Gug’s New Crime Romp
Well Go USA will release YADANG: THE SNITCH on Digital beginning September 9!
Streaming Sleepers: In VILLAIN, A Redemptive Anti-Heroic Character Study Of Evil Men
Directed by Philip Barantini and released in 2020 from Saban Films.
LINDA LINDA LINDA Review: A True Modern Masterpiece, Now In 4K
LINDA LINDA LINDA opens in theaters on September 5 from GKIDS!
Big Bad III: In CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE PYUN CUT, Love It Or Hate It, This One’s For The Fans
Captain America: The Pyun Cut enjoed its West Coast Premiere as part of the third-edition of the Big Bad Film Fest on the evening of Saturday, August 23.
Big Bad III Review: In ISOLATED, Yoshiyuki Yamaguchi Is An Army Of One In A Yakuza Thriller That’s Loads Of Fun
ISOLATED enjoyed its world premiere at the second edition of the Big Bad Film Fest.
BABY ASSASSINS 3 Review: A Killer Threequel That Thrills
BABY ASSASSINS 3 stars Akari Takaishi and Saori Izawa, and Sosuke Ikematsu
Big Bad III Review: In UNDER FIRE, A Lean Action Comedy That Doesn’t Miss
The film is currently available from Vertical Entertainment.