Discover our top picks and latest reviews spanning from blockbuster hits to indie films, shorts, and festival premieres across various platforms.
Overview It can be said that there is almost always a second life for comedians, once the laughs run dry, by taking on dramatic roles. In Mr. Church, Eddie Murphy proves that while he still may be a legend due to his standup and classic comedies, there could really be new life for his career…
A young woman, for 7 years, has been trapped in a garden shed and with her son leaving the age where her lies are justifiable, she does what is necessary for them to do more than just survive.
Nevermind the idea of this being the funniest movie of the year, for it very well might be the funniest movie in years. For truly, as offensive as some may find this, and despite one 10 to 15-minute block of time I was ready for the movie to just be over, I do believe a…
This week I found myself seeing a movie featuring Shailene Woodley of Secret Life of the American Teenager and The Descendants fame; Brie Larson, who I mostly know from Scott Pilgrim vs. the World and The United States of Tara; and the familiar faces of Jennifer Jason Leigh and Andre Royo. The main draw though was a trailer attached to The Way, Way…
If you are one of the few who haven’t been force fed a Don Jon commercial, advertisement or trailer in recent months, I’m pretty sure the NSA probably doesn’t know where you are. With that said, though, it is hard to not be interested with Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Scarlett Johansson and even Tony Danza, who hasn’t…
Overview The Boxtrolls is a kid’s movie which shows how foolish, arrogant and gullible adults are. Even when all the evidence needed is right before their eyes. Review (with Spoilers) Though ParaNorman, Laika’s last production, didn’t really hit it out of the park with me, being that I didn’t know this was their newest film,…
Initial Thoughts The draw here was all Toni Collette for me. Since The United States of Tara, I have always found her in these odd, but interesting movies, and I expected no less from this. Though I must admit, her playing opposite Drew Barrymore did worry me a bit. If only because when I think…
Overview An emotionally stunted psychologist realizes one day that he is incapable of helping his patients, so he pursues what it means to be happy in order to be more than just someone listening to their problems. Review (with Spoilers) Between having probably one of the most interesting trailers I have seen in recent memory,…
The Way, Way Back has the appeal which makes it seem like a beloved young adult novel adapted to screen without losing the heart and soul of the characters and story.
Overview After a string of quality movies, McCarthy seems to have released a disappointment. Review (with Spoilers) Since Bridesmaids, arguably Melissa McCarthy has been one of the funniest comedians period. For not only does she know how to say vulgar and hilarious things, but her style of physical comedy perhaps hasn’t been seen since maybe…
Overview Middle-aged romance: comfortable and sexy. Review (with Spoilers) In one of James Gandolfini’s last films we are treated to a, mostly, adult romance film. Which feels sort of rare since usually, most romance stories star 20 something-year-olds, sometimes teens and kids as well. But, with the combination of Gandolfini, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Toni Collette and…
Overview A music journalist, working for a magazine in transition, is given one last chance to write an article which is either controversial or can get the magazine some press. Review (with Spoilers) As of this review, I will have covered around 6 Toni Collette films and the reason why I am so willing to…
Overview In the midst of packing up the summer home his parents have sold, a boy meets the guy of his dreams.
Overview A Woody Allen love story. One featuring Jesse Eisenberg at his least pretentious and Kristen Stewart in perhaps her most natural, vulnerable and dare I say, girly role yet. Rating: TV Viewing Trigger Warning(s): Gun Shots (Nothing Graphic, But Lots Of Head Shots) Characters Worth Noting Phil Stern (Steve Carell) | Bobby (Jesse Eisenberg)…
A woman slowly loses all that is dear to her due to Alzheimer’s and as she struggles to retain herself, her family struggles with the idea of how to maintain their relationship with her.
Overview A newly enlisted young woman finds herself interacting with an accused terrorist. One who leads her to question if whether the treatment, and storage, of these terrorist is right. Trigger Warning(s): 9/11 Imagery Review (with Spoilers) For 2 years Kristen Stewart hasn’t made a movie, and this seems like a good return. For after…
Overview An intriguing film about an actress who performs in a remake of the play which was her breakout role. However, rather than be her original part, she plays the part of the older woman and it is almost like life reflects art.
An accountant for the criminal underworld finds himself becoming hunted for reasons unknown. Unbeknownst to the guy hunting him, Christian Wolff is as good with numbers as he is with guns and his fists.
Overview Kevin Hart brings those of us who aren’t trying to travel and pay crazy ass prices for his comedy tour another movie special. One which, unfortunately, once again, features a 10-15 minutes “pre-showtime” sketch.
Between death and divorce, two women take a lucky moment to get away from their troubles. Only for the source of their relief to come after them.
Overview While the film is supposed to be about a murder which 37 people missed, it seems more about 3 children coping with the parents they were given. Trigger Warning(s): Sexual Assault & Child Abuse
Overview A hidden gem which doesn’t make light of, or over-dramatizes, the state of each character, and truly is one of those films you wish to share and see get prestige. Trigger Warning(s): Cutting & Attempted Suicide
You know with some actors you stick with them thick and thin. Over the years I have watched tons of bad movies, start to finish, just because I really enjoy what an actor brings to their roles and their odd character choices. Since The Book Thief I’ve followed Sophie Nelisse’s career and while the last…
Overview With the death of a girl’s mother comes multiple avenues, nearly all dealing with time and a psychological element, of her grieving process. Rating: Skip It Trigger Warning(s): Blood (gore) Characters Worth Noting Simone (Sophie Nelisse [13] & Mylene MacKay [25])
Overview With a holocaust backdrop, The Book Thief explores a young girl’s world filled with tragedy, but with people who inspire love, hope, and perseverance. Review (with Spoilers) After seeing three films featuring slavery the horrors of slavery, it is only right to throw a holocaust film in there. However, it should be noted that…
Overview Certain Women is pure indie. There is no drama, there is no comedy, it is just slices of people’s lives at which, to some, maybe their dullest moments.
Overview While, arguably, there wasn’t much of a need for another Annie adaptation, it doesn’t keep this film from perhaps being one of the best renditions. Review (with Spoilers)
Overview When a young girl claims everyone is against her, will you believe what she says, what you see, or what everyone else believes? Review (with Spoilers) Though perhaps I shouldn’t be reliant on one film, or show, being a reason to take interest in any actor’s career, especially after watching The Quiet Ones, just…
Overview A junkie love story which has us watch how far the two will go to find a score. Trigger Warning(s): Depictions of Drug Use Review (with Spoilers) – Below
Overview This film explores a sense of numbness, for a lack of a better way to put it. Be it because of isolation, drugs, or because you put logic over emotion. Which I’m probably not selling that well, but believe me when I say it is worth seeing this. Trigger Warning(s): Self-Harm (Burning one’s self),…
An Oversimplification of Her Beauty retraces love lost, or which may have never existed, in the most artistic of ways.
Overview American Ultra may appear like a simple Stoner Action/ Comedy film, but it does progressively get complex as time wears on.
Overview A film in which we see how far patriotism, and military culture, can take one man seemingly willing to risk it all at the cost of quite a few lives. Trigger Warning(s): Shooting of Children, 9/11 Imagery, and Dismembered Bodies Review (with Spoilers) – Below
If you want something a little different in comparison to most romantic movies out there, but isn’t so different it is weird or off-putting, you may want to check Already Tomorrow In Hong Kong.
Overview If you have seen the recent Maze Runner films, then The Divergent Series: Allegiant may seem a bit too familiar and certainly not the standout amongst the young adult novel adaptations of recent memory. Trigger Warning(s): Blood and guns
Overview A con is played featuring politicians, mobsters, the FBI and two people with a complicated relationship. Review (with Spoilers) After Silver Linings Playbook, it is hard to not be curious about David O. Russell’s new production featuring the stars of his last movie. Mind you, Jennifer Lawrence is in a smaller role, and Robert…
Overview A young man, dealing with the death of his father, finds himself many misfits to bond and spend time with. Leading to him uncovering what has led him down this path we see him on. Review (with Spoilers) – Below
Overview Age of Ultron maybe one of the first of Marvel’s films to show why making each film part of one long arcing story may not be the best ideas. Review (with Spoilers) – Below
Overview When a woman tries to reinvigorate her life by temporarily adopting a stripper, she gets more than she bargained for.
The overall goal of Wherever I Look is to fill in that space between the average fan and critic and advise you on what’s worth experiencing.