Director Park Chan-wook has never been interested in comfort or predictability. With No Other Choice, the acclaimed filmmaker once again plunges audiences into morally unsettling territory, this time using the brutal realities of the modern job market as his weapon of choice. Anchored by a deeply unsettling performance from Lee Byung-hun, the film is a … Read more
Amanda Seyfried has never shied away from complex roles, but her performance as Nina in The Housemaid might be one of the most layered and daring of her career. Based on the bestselling novel by Freida McFadden, the psychological thriller offers Seyfried the opportunity to play a character who feels completely unpredictable—bordering on unhinged—while secretly … Read more
When a film explores fame, ego, and the emotional cost of stardom, it helps to have a real-life superstar at the center. That makes George Clooney the perfect face for Jay Kelly, a reflective and slightly whimsical drama about a celebrated actor who discovers that success may not always bring fulfillment. But while Clooney drives … Read more
The world of Wicked has always dazzled audiences with its enchanting music, striking visuals, and the captivating sisterhood at the heart of the story. But beneath the shimmering spellcraft and soaring melodies lies something deeper. The Wicked universe — whether on stage or screen — has always examined how society treats those who are different, … Read more
If you’re missing holiday travel or simply craving a cheerful action-comedy to lift your spirits, The Family Plan 2 arrives right on time. The sequel brings back Mark Wahlberg and Michelle Monaghan as the Morgan family heads to Europe for what should have been a relaxing vacation. Of course, fans of the first film already … Read more
When a story’s imagined future finally collides with the real calendar, something interesting always happens. Stephen King’s 1982 novel The Running Man envisioned a totalitarian America in the year 2025 — a society divided between elites and the poor, monitored by surveillance technology and manipulated by fake media. Fast-forward to the actual 2025, and filmmaker … Read more
When a film dares to blend religious lore with supernatural horror, expectations naturally run high. The Carpenter’s Son, directed by Lotfy Nathan, takes this ambitious route — reimagining the teenage years of Jesus Christ through a chilling and controversial lens. Starring Nicolas Cage, FKA Twigs, and Noah Jupe, the movie is based loosely on the … Read more
Lesley Manville, known for her commanding performances in films like Phantom Thread and Another Year, once again delivers a powerhouse act in Winter of the Crow — a tense and atmospheric Cold War thriller directed by Kasia Adamik. The film places Manville front and center in a story that is as much about human survival … Read more
When Justin Baldoni’s It Ends With Us hit theaters last year, many were surprised by how a flawed Colleen Hoover novel transformed into a well-crafted film. Thanks to Blake Lively’s soulful performance and Baldoni’s emotional direction, it became a moving melodrama that silenced many critics. Naturally, expectations ran high for the next Hoover adaptation — … Read more
Aziz Ansari’s directorial debut, Good Fortune, brings together humor, heart, and a touch of celestial magic — with none other than Keanu Reeves as an angelic force from above. The film, releasing in theaters on October 17, is a refreshing blend of modern-day satire and classic feel-good storytelling, highlighting how empathy and kindness can change … Read more