Reviews

Toronto Review: ‘The Painted Bird’ is an uncompromisingly daring and breathtaking work

Courtesy of TIFF Vaclav Marhoul’s period epic is a disturbing but fascinating tale of a deconstruction of innocence and a… Read More

September 8, 2019

Toronto Review: Marielle Heller’s heartfelt ‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood’ is one of the year’s best films

Courtesy of TIFF Marielle Heller’s latest is one of the year’s best films and a likely breakout hit for the… Read More

September 8, 2019

Toronto Review: ‘White Lie’ is a fresh take on the fake heroes of influencer culture

WHITE LIE (Courtesy of TIFF) Calvin Thomas and Yonah Lewis create one of the year’s most provocative and intricate character… Read More

September 8, 2019

TV Recap: ‘Succession’ Season Two Episode Five – “Tern Haven”

Tonight's episode of Succession was like watching an episode of Jerry Springer. Logan would have been the first guest on… Read More

September 8, 2019

Toronto Review: Małgorzata Szumowska’s stunning and enchanting ‘The Other Lamb’

Małgorzata Szumowska’s latest feature is one of the year’s most visually stunning and hauntingly atmospheric films Known for her uncompromising,… Read More

September 7, 2019

Toronto Review: Another take on the graceful, sharp and impeccably acted ‘Just Mercy’

Courtesy of TIFF Destin Daniel Cretton’s new feature film is a model of restraint and grace in the social justice… Read More

September 7, 2019

Toronto Review: Rian Johnson’s ‘Knives Out’ is packed with wit and intrigue

Courtesy of TIFF Rian Johnson’s latest is an entertaining and compelling mystery tale with a comedic twist Crime/mystery films, or… Read More

September 7, 2019

Toronto Review: ‘Certified Mail’ is a risky debut with a career-best performance from Egyptian star Basma

Courtesy of TIFF Hisham Saqr’s debut may not be narratively exciting but it marks an assured debut by a new… Read More

September 6, 2019

Toronto Review: ‘Just Mercy’ is a superbly crafted drama with a standout performance by Jamie Foxx

Courtesy of TIFF Michael B. Jordan and Jamie Foxx shine in the true story of a man wrongfully imprisoned and… Read More

September 6, 2019

Toronto Review: ‘The Personal History of David Copperfield’ is unremarkable despite strong performances by Patel and Swinton

Courtesy of TIFF Armando Iannucci’s period piece is a charming yet incoherent film that hold commercial potential but lacks artistic… Read More

September 6, 2019

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