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fromInverse
2 months ago

Max Just Quietly Added The Most Surprisingly Smart Horror Movie Of 2024

Hugh Grant adeptly transforms his charm into a chilling portrayal of a villain in 'Heretic', blending likability with evil.
Independent films
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

The Follow-Up to A24's Most Successful Horror Movie of All Time Is a Giant Leap Forward

Bring Her Back explores themes of grief and selfishness, illustrating the extremes characters go to in their desperation to resurrect the dead.
Independent films
fromInverse
2 months ago

Max Just Quietly Added The Most Surprisingly Smart Horror Movie Of 2024

Hugh Grant adeptly transforms his charm into a chilling portrayal of a villain in 'Heretic', blending likability with evil.
Independent films
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

The Follow-Up to A24's Most Successful Horror Movie of All Time Is a Giant Leap Forward

Bring Her Back explores themes of grief and selfishness, illustrating the extremes characters go to in their desperation to resurrect the dead.
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Film
fromVulture
1 week ago

The 11 Best Movies We Saw at Cannes This Year

Cannes 2023 showcased films reflecting societal chaos and emotional struggles, with powerful performances highlighting the impact of trauma and connection.
Film
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

The 2025 Cannes Film Festival Standing-O-Meter

Standing ovations at film festivals can predict award success.
Math is applied to analyze film ovations, despite varying reports.
Different trade publications report contrasting ovation lengths for films.
fromRoger Ebert
2 weeks ago
Film

Cannes 2025 Video #5: Chaz Ebert on "Nouvelle Vague" and "Highest 2 Lowest"; Interviews with Elizabeth Guest and Filmmakers of "Average White Band"; Nicole Kidman on Women in Motion Award | Chaz at Cannes | Roger Ebert

Film
fromVulture
1 week ago

The 11 Best Movies We Saw at Cannes This Year

Cannes 2023 showcased films reflecting societal chaos and emotional struggles, with powerful performances highlighting the impact of trauma and connection.
Film
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

The 2025 Cannes Film Festival Standing-O-Meter

Standing ovations at film festivals can predict award success.
Math is applied to analyze film ovations, despite varying reports.
Different trade publications report contrasting ovation lengths for films.
fromRoger Ebert
2 weeks ago
Film

Cannes 2025 Video #5: Chaz Ebert on "Nouvelle Vague" and "Highest 2 Lowest"; Interviews with Elizabeth Guest and Filmmakers of "Average White Band"; Nicole Kidman on Women in Motion Award | Chaz at Cannes | Roger Ebert

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Film
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

'Captain America: Brave New World' still soaring at box office

Captain America: Brave New World secured the top spot in the box office, earning $7.2 million despite receiving poor reviews.
Ne Zha 2 has set a new record as the highest-grossing animated movie worldwide, surpassing Inside Out 2.
Independent films
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

'Lilo & Stitch' remake on its way to having biggest Memorial Day weekend opening ever

Disney's 'Lilo & Stitch' set to break Memorial Day weekend box office records with $55 million opening.
Critics criticized 'Lilo & Stitch' as a lackluster remake despite its box office success.
Film
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

'Captain America: Brave New World' still soaring at box office

Captain America: Brave New World secured the top spot in the box office, earning $7.2 million despite receiving poor reviews.
Ne Zha 2 has set a new record as the highest-grossing animated movie worldwide, surpassing Inside Out 2.
Independent films
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

'Lilo & Stitch' remake on its way to having biggest Memorial Day weekend opening ever

Disney's 'Lilo & Stitch' set to break Memorial Day weekend box office records with $55 million opening.
Critics criticized 'Lilo & Stitch' as a lackluster remake despite its box office success.
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Independent films
fromVulture
3 months ago

The Best Movies of 2025 (So Far)

The article highlights underrated films from early in the year, emphasizing their worth despite being overshadowed by awards season spectacle.
Independent films
fromRoger Ebert
2 weeks ago

Cannes 2025: Table of Contents | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

The 2025 Cannes Film Festival features diverse artistic explorations through film reviews, video dispatches, and discussions on critical societal themes.
Independent films
fromVulture
3 months ago

The Best Movies of 2025 (So Far)

The article highlights underrated films from early in the year, emphasizing their worth despite being overshadowed by awards season spectacle.
Independent films
fromRoger Ebert
2 weeks ago

Cannes 2025: Table of Contents | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

The 2025 Cannes Film Festival features diverse artistic explorations through film reviews, video dispatches, and discussions on critical societal themes.
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#florence-pugh
fromKqed
7 months ago
Independent films

Life Flies by in Florence Pugh, Andrew Garfield Romance 'We Live in Time'

Independent films
fromVulture
1 month ago

Florence Pugh's Thunderbolts* Performance Gets Five *s

Marvel's Thunderbolts captivates critics, showcasing an impressive performance by Florence Pugh and a fresh indie-style storytelling approach.
fromKqed
7 months ago
Independent films

Life Flies by in Florence Pugh, Andrew Garfield Romance 'We Live in Time'

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#netflix
Film
fromVulture
2 months ago

Critics Are Lighting The Electric State Up

The Electric State, directed by Joe and Anthony Russo, has been largely criticized and deemed a costly disappointment by film critics.
Film
fromVulture
2 months ago

Critics Are Lighting The Electric State Up

The Electric State, directed by Joe and Anthony Russo, has been largely criticized and deemed a costly disappointment by film critics.
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fromRoger Ebert
1 month ago

Chicago Critics Film Festival 2025 Preview | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

"Duplass and Strassner have crafted a beautiful film that somehow feels spontaneous, a window into a relationship that wouldn't have happened without a missed step."
Independent films
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Ace Ventura: Pet Detective 4K Steelbook Preorders Are Up At Walmart After Selling Out Fast At Amazon

Jim Carrey's breakout year at the box office started with Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, and at long last, that comedy classic is releasing on 4K Blu-ray on July 29.
Video games
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

What we should be talking about when we see Snow White | Eva Wiseman

The new Snow White film highlights the horror of aging amidst numerous controversies and debates over casting and cultural representation.
Boston Bruins
fromVulture
3 years ago

The 50 Best Movies on Peacock

Peacock offers a thin but eclectic film catalog, featuring classics and new titles amidst a crowded streaming market.
fromVulture
3 years ago

All 43 Video-Game Movies, Ranked

Promising growth is happening in the game movie space, and for that we should rejoice!
Video games
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fromRoger Ebert
2 months ago

What Are Your Favorite Roger Ebert Reviews About Empathy? | Roger Ebert | Roger Ebert

Roger Ebert's legacy emphasized films as empathy machines, inspiring audiences to connect through themes of forgiveness, compassion, and kindness.
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Death of a Unicorn Learns All the Right Lessons from Jurassic Park: Review

Death of a Unicorn combines elements of horror and comedy, exploring a father-daughter relationship while delving into the consequences of greed and the supernatural.
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#streaming
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Picture This review Bridgerton star can't save tinny romcom

Streaming platforms are trying to fill a gap for mid-budget films, despite many originals feeling cheap and disposable.
fromwww.vulture.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

The 9 Best Movies and TV Shows to Watch This Weekend

The Oscars prompt critiques and discussions around nominated films, including The Brutalist, a visually stunning drama tackling the American Dream.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Picture This review Bridgerton star can't save tinny romcom

Streaming platforms are trying to fill a gap for mid-budget films, despite many originals feeling cheap and disposable.
more#streaming
Women in technology
fromRoger Ebert
3 months ago

Looking Back: Highlighting Some Great Pieces by Our Female Critics | Features | Roger Ebert

Women Writers Week showcases female critics, committing to gender equality in media year-round.
#bob-dylan
Film
fromtime.com
3 months ago

The Beauty of Timothee Chalamet Striving for Greatness OnscreenAnd Pure Silliness Everywhere Else

Timothee Chalamet's performances evoke deep emotions, showcasing his range and ability to connect with audiences on complex feelings.
Film
fromtime.com
3 months ago

The Beauty of Timothee Chalamet Striving for Greatness OnscreenAnd Pure Silliness Everywhere Else

Timothee Chalamet's performances evoke deep emotions, showcasing his range and ability to connect with audiences on complex feelings.
more#bob-dylan
fromTasting Table
3 months ago

The Substance-Inspired Activator Martini Recipe - Tasting Table

The Substance has sparked discussions among film enthusiasts, particularly with Demi Moore's remarkable performance as a starlet seeking to reclaim her youth through a grotesque serum.
Cocktails
fromRoger Ebert
4 months ago

Sundance 2025: Table of Contents | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

The Sundance Film Festival showcases a wide array of films across various competitions including U.S. Dramatic Competition, U.S. Documentary, and World Cinema segments.
Miscellaneous
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fromInsideHook
6 months ago

The Historical Masterpiece Actually Worth Waiting a Decade For

Variety's Owen Gleiberman described the sequel as 'a serviceable epic', encapsulating the film’s failure to meet the high expectations set by its predecessor.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 months ago

What to watch: Jesse Eisenberg's A Real Pain' is anything but

A Real Pain reveals the fissures and bonds between two very different cousins in a road-trip setting, addressing themes of generational fallout from the Holocaust.
East Bay (California)
fromRoger Ebert
8 months ago

TIFF 2024: Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, Elton John: It's Not Too Late, Paul Anka: His Way | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

Each of these films avoids pretty much anything divisive or controversial about their subjects, but two of them largely overcome this myopia to convey what makes these people so special.
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