SicarioBy Bernard Boo Denis Villeneuve's Sicario is a volcanic drug-war thriller that impresses on every level.
De Palma (NYFF Review)By Zachary Shevich This new documentary is all De Palma all the way, going deep into the legend's filmography with commentary from the man himself.
Everything Is Copy (NYFF 2015)By Zachary Shevich A slick tribute to the writer and filmmaker Nora Ephron, knowingly directed by her son.
StonewallBy Bernard Boo This scatterbrained tribute to the most defining moment in gay activism history misses the point entirely.
Homesick (TIFF Review)By Blair Hoyle A wonderful, audacious film that challenges its audience, and serves as a brilliant debut for its lead actress and director.
The Ones Below (TIFF Review)By Blair Hoyle Unexpected twists, empathetic characters, and an unshakable darkness, 'The Ones Below' is one of the most suspenseful films of the year.
Our Loved Ones (TIFF Review)By Michael Nazarewycz This tender, decades-spanning film about one man's life and family takes an unstructured observational approach to wonderful heights.
Women He’s Undressed (TIFF Review)By Michael Nazarewycz A dazzling documentary on Aussie costumer Orry-Kelly which weaves his life story with a fascinating Hollywood history lesson.
Goodnight MommyBy Ananda Dillon Twin boys suspect their bandaged mother isn't who she says in this nerve-shredding horror.
EdenBy Blair Hoyle A consistently engaging human survival story that makes for a suspenseful popcorn flick.
Evolution (TIFF Review)By C.J. Prince A gorgeous, enigmatic, and sensory experience from one of the most unique filmmakers working today.
Right Now, Wrong Then (TIFF Review)By C.J. Prince Another formally playful Hong Sang-Soo film about love and (foolish) directors, but this time the results aren't as successful.