There are a few kinds of horror films, but of the two main camps, there are those that work hard to hide what is at play because their horror/fear/scares live in the reveals, and then there are the ones that let you know the score and the horror is in the unfolding. Together, from writer/director Michael Shanks, […]
From slinging cocktails at the Beverly Hills Hotel to trading punch-lines with late-night legends, Joseph Neibich Nybyk has learned that the right blend of honesty and exaggeration can leave an audience buzzed long after last call. Equal parts Hollywood dreamer and comedy-club realist, Joseph Nybyk when he’s performing and Joseph Neibich when he’s writing/producing, the […]
The second edition of the London International MovieMaker Festival reaffirmed its role as a key meeting point for bold and diverse voices in independent cinema with its April 2025 edition. Held as an in-person event in the heart of London, the festival offered a vibrant showcase of global filmmaking talent, blending cinematic excellence with an intimate sense […]
At 83, Rita Reinecker proves that it’s never too late to bring powerful stories to life. Winner of the Vienna Indie Short Film Festival, her screenplay—based on the memoirs of a childhood friend—chronicles a young boy’s harrowing journey through post-war Germany. Reinecker, daughter of famed screenwriter Herbert Reinecker, transforms historical trauma into an emotionally rich […]
Adolescence, the latest effort from one take wonder Philip Barantini (Boiling Point), has been widely lauded as the best drama of the year. A nuanced exploration of toxic masculinity, adolescent vulnerability, and the insidious misogyny pervading the so-called “manosphere,” Adolescence is stoking a vital discussion on the unprecedented cultural realities facing teens (and their parents) today. Framed […]
One of the most enduring genres of television are “cop shows,” whether procedurals or crime dramas. Even in the wake of horrific cases of police violence and misconduct that have made national news, the calls for defunding a reform, the shows have endured. However, while these genres have always portrayed bad cops, or as a […]
Boris Lojkine, the French director whose film Hope won the SACD Prize at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival and narrated a migrant story, has returned with Souleymane’s Story, a story about a Guinean asylum seeker who cycles around Paris, the most romantic city in the world, not for the sake of love and life but for survival and […]
In its inaugural year, Montreal Critics’ Week has already made a name for itself by focusing on thoughtful curation and extensive discussions with filmmakers. Co-founded by film critic and programmer Mathieu Li-Goyette alongside collaborator Ariel Esteban Cahier, the festival showcases a diverse selection of titles without imposing competitive or thematic constraints. By creating a communal viewing experience—often featuring […]
Fresh off its Best Script win at the Los Angeles Silver Screen Film Festival, Paul Corricelli’s Inked in Blood reads like a midnight movie that knows exactly what it is: a hard‑charging, blood‑slicked, small‑town revenge noir with a thorny conscience and a surprising amount of heart. It opens with a home‑invasion jolt and never really […]
Tokyo, Japan – The Tokyo Women’s Film Festival wrapped up its spirited online edition this February, spotlighting films that celebrate women’s voices from across the globe. Known for its seamless blend of tradition and innovation, Tokyo provided a rich cultural backdrop—even in an online setting—for this annual event focusing on female-driven narratives and creative teams. A […]
