Daddy Issues (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Daddy Issues” is a reminder of the awkwardness which can come the final stages of coming-of-age.
Movies
Discover our top picks and latest reviews spanning from blockbuster hits to indie films, shorts, and festival premieres across various platforms.
The Mecca of Comedy (2023) – Movie Review and Summary
“The Mecca of Comedy” is an intriguing look into the DC comedy scene, but it could use another edit and more comedy.
Through My Window: Across The Sea (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
While tediously as long as its predecessor, “Through My Window: Across The Sea” still works well as “365 Days” young adult counterpart.
Boca Chica (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Boca Chica” is a gorgeous, painful, yet sobering look at the lies families tell themselves in order to survive.
The Angry Black Girl And Her Monster (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Tragic and graphic, “The Angry Girl and Her Monster” causes the kind of combative feelings that make it something you have to experience for yourself.
Unlocking A ‘Jagged Mind’ (2023) – Review/Summary (with Spoilers)
A disturbing, cinematic journey, offering a thought-provoking exploration of toxic relationships, and resilience, alongside cultural and personal patterns.
Blood for Dust (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Blood for Dust” is a moody film that examines upwards mobility in America, yet the movie struggles to give you a reason to care for its protagonist.
Deep Sea (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Alongside being visually stunning, almost AAA video game quality at times, “Deep Sea” is an emotional experience, especially as it enters its third act.
Surrounded (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Surrounded” is a terrific and brutal showcase for Letitia Wright and Jamie Bell with gorgeous scenery in this Western.
Love To Love You, Donna Summer (2023) – Review and Summary
“Love To Love You, Donna Summer” is extensive but underwhelming.
Let the Canary Sing (2023) – Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Let the Canary Sing” is an intimate portrayal of struggle and joy for Cyndi Lauper’s voice and activism.
I.S.S (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
In “I.S.S.,” it appears Ariana DeBose plans to actively avoid the usual Oscar slump a lot of people, especially people of color, experience via a sci-fi drama where there is a nuclear war and a battle for the International Space Station.
The Line (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Line” is a wonderful showcase for Austin Abrams’ talent as it wastes both Halle Bailey and Angus Cloud.
Stan Lee (2023) – Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
David Gelb and Disney’s “Stan Lee” is a sweet yet flawed and watered-down documentary about the Marvel creator’s life that becomes more interested in the superheroes rather than Lee himself.
Sublime (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Sublime” delivers a slice-of-life story, and performances that gives perhaps the most tame LGBT story you may have ever watched.
No Hard Feelings (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Jennifer Lawrence plays what feels like an embellished version of her public persona in a pleasant film that seems like it should have been released on Hulu.
Dead Girls Dancing (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Dead Girls Dancing” feels aimless as you await the story to pick up and make clear what we’re building up to.
The Perfect Find (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Perfect Find” makes a decent romantic comedy once it moves past its ageism and misogynoir jokes.
Joy Ride (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Alongside delivering the expected laughs, “Joy Ride” is an emotional story about culture, identity, and how friends can reaffirm who you are.
Suitable Flesh (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Suitable Flesh” may lack an explanation regarding what is happening, but you’ll be so locked in you may forget your questions until after the movie is over.
Dalíland (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Mary Herron and John C. Walsh’s “Dalíland” portrays the life of one of art’s most celebrated and inspiring figures with a tame and uninspiring story.
Perpetrator (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Perpetrator” is more interested in ways to use and shoot blood than truly give life to its characters and anything it sets up plot-wise.
Cold Copy (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Tracee Ellis Ross continues to push beyond her comedy empire with the kind of role which deserves to be in awards contentions.
The Listener (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Listener,” focused on a peer crisis hotline worker, is a stirring, frustrating, and potentially tear-inducing film.
The Secret Kingdom (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Secret Kingdom” is a fantasy story for the family with unique visuals and character designs. Yet you’ll feel like you’ve seen this story before.
You’ll Never Find Me (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Starring only two people, “You Will Never Find Me” is a masterful depiction of building up to something bizarre and making every moment worth it.
The Graduates (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Graduates,” thankfully avoids showing a school shooting, but what’s left leaves you wanting more.
Our Son (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Our Son” presents a shift in Billy Porter’s career from being the loudest in the room due to his booming voice to being the most notable due to his performance.
Blue Jean (2023) – Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Georgia Oakley’s “Blue Jean” is an honest, complex, and relevant portrait of how anti-LGBT laws impact the individual.
Pollen (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
D.W. Medoff’s “Pollen” is a horror film that doesn’t frighten you with scares, but chills you with its authentic portrait of trauma.
The Blackening (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Blackening” is one of the funniest films I’ve seen in years and has the makings of being a classic thank to being funny throughout the whole film, and not just a handful of scenes.
Reality (2023) – Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Tina Satter’s direction and Sidney Sweeney’s performance create a terrifying yet true nightmare in “Reality.”
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023) – Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” is a thrilling and gorgeous tribute to animation and superheroes, yet it spins more webs than it can handle.
Bottoms (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“Bottoms” might be one of the first notable dark-humor teen sex comedies that don’t feel like a female version of something you saw before.
Past Lives (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Beautiful and slow-moving, “Past Lives” reminds you that love is often a series of decisions that inspire feelings, not the other way around.
The Boogeyman (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Boogeyman” crafts grief, scares, and compelling performances in a way few monster movies do.
The Top 8 Comedic Performances By Someone Who Wasn’t The Lead Actor
Some of the most memorable moments from your favorite comedies aren’t from the lead actor, but the supporting star!
About My Father (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
Sebastian Maniscalco’s “About My Father” showcases a sweet relationship between De Niro and Maniscalco, but it’s coated in forgettable comedy and a story we’ve seen too many times.
Becky 2: The Wrath of Becky (2023) – Movie Review and Summary (with Spoilers)
“The Wrath of Becky” largely delivers what is to be expected—a sarcastic, violent, teenage girl killing nationalists who underestimate her.
