Equal parts mesmerizingly beautiful and unflinchingly grotesque, “Titane” shocks as much with its tender poignancy as its visceral horror. Titane (or Titanium in English) …continue reading Fantastic Fest Review: Titane (Julia Ducournau, 2021)
These are five of the most memorable, innovative, affecting films from GenreBlast 2021 — from the sublimely weird to the darkly hilarious. I was …continue reading GenreBlast 2021: Five Film Favorites
“We’re Not Here to Fuck Spiders” is every bit as unconventional and captivating as its attention-getting title would have you believe. The second feature …continue reading GenreBlast 2021: We’re Not Here to F*ck Spiders
“When I’m a Moth” is a strange but thoughtful exploration of a woman destined for greatness and the high price required to manifest destiny. …continue reading Reel Review: When I’m a Moth (2021)
At the intersection of our desire for love and our obsession with perfection lies the well-crafted dramatic horror short “A Good Couple”. There’s a …continue reading Short Takes: A Good Couple
Indie darling Simon Barret’s spellbinding directorial debut, “Seance”, will stream exclusively on Shudder this September. Shudder just announced the latest exciting addition to its …continue reading Coming Soon: Shudder Secures “Seance”
There’s plenty of fun to be had with this micro-budget ode to grindhouse glory, but there’s surprising substance beneath the splatter. “HAS THE DRILL …continue reading First Look: Rust Belt Driller (2021)
This horror/western offers a stylish, moody, and dangerous atmosphere for its surreal and melancholy story of young love and belonging. … The Girl glides …continue reading Flanagan Film Fest: A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night
Set amidst the drug war violence of Mexico, this film will break your heart, make you believe in ghosts, and make you stand up …continue reading Flanagan Film Fest: Tigers Are Not Afraid
After the close of another brilliant year of Panic Film Fest programming, I reflect back on the five features that left an indelible mark. …continue reading Panic Fest 2021: Five Film Favorites
