Comedy Drama
‘Black Bear’ Review: Breaking The Mold
Chike Coleman reviews the mind-bending drama, Black Bear, featuring Aubrey Plaza in her best performance so far.
‘Soul’ Review: A Matter Of Jazz And Death
A musician hoping to realize his dreams of playing jazz music on stage is transported out of his body and must find his way back with the help of an infant soul learning about herself.
‘The Climb’ Interview: Breakout Filmmaking Duo Chase Indie Glory
The Climb is an indie film about two best friends navigating a complicated friendship. I originally spoke with the filmmaking duo Michael Angelo Covino and Kyle Marvin in March. I arrived at the inter...
AFI Fest 2020 Review: ‘Pink Skies Ahead’ is an Honest and Relatable Look at Anxiety
Anxiety is something that most young adults struggle with, and it seems to be increasing as the world appears to be erupting into chaos. Luckily, there has been an outpouring of advocacy for mental he...
NYFF 2020 Review: ‘On The Rocks’ Is A Breezy Reunion For Murray And Coppola
Concerned about her marriage, Laura recruits her charming, impulsive father, Felix, to help determine whether any infidelity is taking place, leading to an escalating adventure around New York.
TIFF 2020 Review: ‘Fauna’ Gets Lost in its Own Desolation
Joseph Braverman reviews Nicolás Pereda's head-scratching Fauna, which punishes viewers for going in blind.
‘Shithouse’ Review: Being a College Freshman Can Be a Real Stinker
Joseph Braverman reviews Shithouse, a film not shying away from taking a dump on the early days of college.
‘The Personal History of David Copperfield’ Review: Multicultural Dickens
Aaron Neuwirth reviews ‘The Personal History of David Copperfield,' Armando Iannucci's adaptation of the classic Charles Dickens novel.
Review: 2020’s ‘Emma’ Is Awfully Rich And Clever
Aaron Neuwirth reviews Emma. A new take on the classic Jane Austen novel, which is the most stylish adaptation yet.