Son of Saul (Cannes Review)By Eli Hayes A deeply dark and devastating experience, Son of Saul is one of the best directorial debuts in years.
I Am Big Bird: The Caroll Spinney StoryBy Michael Nazarewycz Often syrupy and sometimes manipulative, this doc on the man who has been Big Bird for over forty years is still a nostalgic force.
DheepanBy Eli Hayes An explosive, shocking, and truly visceral hyper-violent thriller about a delusional anti-hero.
Heaven Knows WhatBy Dustin Jansick An honest and discomforting portrait of the heroin subculture found within the streets of New York City.
Love at First FightBy Blair Hoyle Fans of French cinema, coming-of-age stories, and kindhearted romantic comedies are sure to find plenty to enjoy with Love at First Fight.
TomorrowlandBy Bernard Boo What should be a dazzling sci-fi adventure instead feels like an irritating lecture at a chalkboard.
Sunshine SupermanBy Ryan Smith An excellent first documentary about the father of base-jumping Carl Boenish.
I’ll See You In My DreamsBy Bernard Boo A funny, silky-smooth portrait of a woman acquiescing with death in her twilight.
AloftBy Ananda Dillon A mother-son dynamic is explored in this vaguely fantastical but ultimately hole-riddled film.
AnimalsBy Dustin Jansick Demonstrates that people can get pretty creative if they’re desperate enough.
The Lobster (Cannes Review)By Eli Hayes An absurdist social critique that solidifies Lanthimos as not just a unique voice in today’s cinematic realm, but a great one as well.
Saint LaurentBy Bernard Boo A disorienting Yves Saint Laurent biopic that feels like chasing the fashion icon through a maze of mirrors.
Slow WestBy Ananda Dillon An excellent first feature from John Maclean is a fairytale Western with a unique comedic self-awareness.
IrisBy Blair Hoyle Albert Maysles' final documentary is an immensely likable and engaging portrait of a true eccentric.