Latest Film Reviews
Lucía Aleñar Iglesias' directorial debut is a subtly powerful exploration of memory and grief, while Gabriel Mascaro returns to TIFF with a celebration of life's uncertainties against a dystopian future setting.
The Toronto International Film Festival’s Midnight Madness program delivers some religious mayhem with Aleksandar Radivojević’s ‘Karmadonna’ and ambitious, grotesque stop-motion animation in Takahide Hori’s ‘Junk World.’
Park Chan-wook’s latest film is a devilish satire depicting a cutthroat world of unemployment that is as incisive and depressing as it is hilarious.
Japanese traditions and culture are viewed through two different lenses in separate films premiering at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival.
Ben Wheatley directs Derek Kolstad’s latest action vehicle for Bob Odenkirk. Wreaking havoc through rural Americana, ‘Normal’ is a mildly entertaining neo-Western elevated by its playful direction.
Chloé Zhao's 'Hamnet' tackles Maggie O’Farrell’s novel of the same name with an empathetic eye towards how death transforms us all, even in the face of unshakeable love.
Guillermo del Toro adapts Mary Shelley’s prolific gothic horror novel to astounding effect, crafting an immersive and personal exploration about art, creation, and life.
Chie Hayakawa’s latest offers a personal, meandering exploration of grief through a coming-of-age drama, while Andy Hines’ feature directorial debut is a disappointing adaptation with too many misguided decisions.
Kenji Tanigaki’s latest film works tirelessly to deliver a refreshing non-stop action experience filled to the brim with creative and brutal violence.
Mihai Mincan’s latest film is a coming-of-age story set against a dark chapter in Romanian history, patiently exploring how grief and tragedy become inextricably linked to a country’s political landscape.
Alejandro Amenábar’s latest film delves into the early life of Miguel de Cervantes, before he became one of history’s greatest storytellers.
Ben Rivers’ latest feature film provides a thought-provoking post-apocalyptic canvas for its audience to immerse themselves in before wandering aimlessly between vignettes.
Shawn Simmons’ feature directorial debut features hints of a better film buried in a tonal mess that crashes into itself.
Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady’s Folktales is an immersive, patient documentary that reminds us all of how important it is to know oneself in an increasingly technology-dependent society.
Timo Tjahjanto makes his English-language directorial debut with 'Nobody 2' and delivers a fun distraction that struggles to be anything more than that.
Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s latest film ruminates on consumerism, anonymity, and the moral complexities of trying to survive and thrive in a digital age.
Kensuke Sonomura’s latest film is an entertaining action-comedy featuring top-tier action choreography while failing to live up to its premise’s potential.
Shinobu Yaguchi’s latest film is a departure from the director’s familiar upbeat comedies as he digs into the horror genre with satisfying results.
Morihito Inoue's directorial debut is an impressive display of creativity wrapped in a chaotic and endearing experience.
Joseph Kosinski’s latest film is another immersive, adrenaline-fueled spectacle and an entry point into the world’s most popular motorsport.
Latest Television Reviews
Noah Hawley delivers an impressive expansion of the Alien franchise, retaining its visceral horrors and science fiction roots.
Alan Ritchson continues to shine in the dependably action-packed and pulpy third season of ‘Reacher'.
HBO's The Penguin may not be necessary, but its attention to its characters help elevate it beyond the familiar crime drama trappings.
Adapted from the popular video game series of the same name, Fallout is a strong introduction to the franchise for newcomers with stellar worldbuilding and characters.
FX’s lavish adaptation of James Clavell’s Shōgun is a period epic defined by culture and tradition.
Yeon Sang-ho's latest Netflix series is an uneven crime thriller with a tantalizing mystery and an intricate web of secrets.
Issa López breathes new life into HBO's dark crime series with an arctic horror mystery led by Jodie Foster and Kali Reis.
The Pokémon Company and dwarf studios create an idyllic escape from the stress of everyday life in this delightful stop-motion series.