Saltburn [2023] Comedy November 12, 2024Aesthetically pleasing and just enough quirky, Saltburn is a sexually charged retro escapist experience exploring familiar themes.
Napoleon [2023] Drama October 22, 2024Aesthetically pleasing and featuring impressive action sequences, Napoleon is far too disjointed and casual to be a masterpiece.
Good Kill [2014] Drama September 16, 2024Thought-provoking and gripping, Good Kill is a different kind of war movie about a burnt-out drone operator masterfully played by Ethan Hawk.
The Bikeriders [2023] Drama September 12, 2024The Bikeriders is not a classical biker movie but more of a vibey exploration of the beginnings of the biker culture anchored by a love story.
Oppenheimer [2023] Drama August 22, 2024Held together by strong performances and production values, Oppenheimer turned out to be a flat and disjointed drama still worth a look.
American Fiction [2023] Drama August 15, 2024First, a family drama and only then a satire of racial stereotypes, American Fiction is an intelligent dramedy well worth your time.
Past Lives [2023] Comedy August 14, 2024Past Lives is a unique romance movie without any drama or melodrama, a satisfyingly thoughtful meditation on the "what could've been" concept.
The Whale [2022] Drama August 8, 2024Cleverly avoiding emotional manipulation and remaining completely honest, The Whale is a movie about life, love, and ultimately, death.
The Nest [2020] Drama May 29, 2024Simmering, ambiguous, and immersive, The Nest is a moody family drama you should check out only if you're older than 40.
Challengers [2024] Drama May 28, 2024Technically flawless, Challengers is an immersive and sexually charged escapist experience that will take you on an intriguing journey.
Pain Hustlers [2023] Comedy May 8, 2024Based on bizarre true events, Pain Hustlers offers a thought-provoking but also quite entertaining look at the start of the opioid epidemic.
Winter’s Bone [2010] Drama May 7, 2024Grippingly real, Winter's Bone offers an uncompromising and rather bleak snapshot of the harshness of life in crime and drug-ridden rural America.
Reality [2023] Drama April 26, 2024Unfolding in real-time and based on actual events, Reality is a gripping drama about two FBI agents questioning an NSA operative.
The Judge [2014] Drama April 24, 2024Part courtroom drama, part dysfunctional family study, The Judge is a subtle and surprisingly upbeat movie with a stellar cast.
Scoop [2024] Drama April 16, 2024Scoop takes us behind the scenes of the infamous BBC Prince Andrew Epstein interview offering juicy, satisfying, and bizarre juxtapositions.
Stand by Me [1986] Comedy March 11, 2024Emotional, authentic, and, above all, thought-provoking, Stand by Me is simply one of the best coming-of-age movies ever made.
The Promised Land AKA Bastarden [2023] Drama March 4, 2024Following a familiar Western structure, The Promised Land is a brooding and authentic snapshot of life in the 18th century Danish Jutland.
The Zone of Interest [2023] Drama February 27, 2024Gripping from start to finish, The Zone of Interest is a cinematic masterpiece digging at the heart of our society and individualism.
The Iron Claw [2023] Drama February 21, 2024Drugs, wrestling, and family drama all clash in The Iron Claw, a gripping and emotional biopic driven by Zac Efron's stellar performance.
Priscilla [2023] Drama February 9, 2024Featuring a moody "Lana del Rey" atmosphere, Priscilla is a gripping tale of grooming, strength, and love driven by strong performances.
Society of the Snow AKA La Sociedad de la Nieve [2023] Drama January 24, 2024Harrowing, visually impactful, and without any hints of melodrama, Society of the Snow is a masterpiece based on actual events.
Kingdom of Heaven [2005] Action January 3, 2024Kingdom of Heaven is an immersive, atmospheric, and compelling historical epic exploring religious conflict during the Crusades.
Owning Mahowny [2003] Drama December 19, 2023Based on bizarre true events, Owning Mahowny is a compelling portrait of an ordinary bank manager who also happens to be a compulsive gambler.
Young and Beautiful AKA Jeune et Jolie [2013] Drama December 4, 2023A bit slow but also captivatingly thought-provoking and subversive, Young and Beautiful is an erotic coming-of-age story you must experience.
Dheepan [2015] Drama November 27, 2023Dheepan is a compelling family drama, an immigrant story set against the backdrop of a crime-ridden French hood you need to experience.
The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial [2023] Drama October 17, 2023The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial is not just a gripping courtroom drama but a fascinating character study featuring excellent performances.
Klute [1971] Drama July 26, 2023Still relevant, Klute is a fascinating character study of an intelligent and beautiful call girl embroiled in a strange missing person case.
The Lost King [2022] Comedy July 3, 2023Based on fascinating true events, The Lost King is a relaxing English dramedy perfect for lazy evenings when you just want to space out.
Mondocane AKA Dogworld [2021] Drama June 26, 2023Flawed but visually alluring and full of great performances, Mondocane is a Italian coming-of-age crime drama with a post-apocalyptic setting.
Bruno Reidal: Confessions of a Murderer [2021] Drama March 3, 2023Honest and disturbing, Bruno Reidal is a movie offering a fascinating look into the mind of a young killer living in rural France in 1905.
True Story [2015] Drama January 24, 2023True Story is an unusual character-driven thriller exploring the relationship between a vicious killer and a disgraced journalist.
Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio [2022] Drama January 11, 2023Emotional, intelligent, and emotionally intelligent, Guillermo del Toro's Pinnochio is a dark fairy tale like no other.
Force Majeure [2014] Comedy December 28, 2022Unfolding in a gorgeous ski resort, Force Majeure is a realistic, immersive albeit slower dramedy exploring marriage, gender and life itself.
The Good Nurse [2022] Drama November 11, 2022Although I don't like movies set in hospitals, The Good Nurse, following the real-life hunt for a different kind of serial killer was a must.
The Big Picture AKA L’homme qui Voulait Vivre sa Vie [2010] Drama October 6, 2022Although it starts as a thriller, The Big Picture is actually a captivating existential drama, following one man's search for identity.
Sulla Mia Pelle AKA On My Skin [2018] Drama August 9, 2022I tend to avoid slow dramas featuring difficult stories that are hard to watch. Usually, there has to be something...
Camp X Ray [2014] Drama July 21, 2022Devoid of melodrama and focused on the characters, one of which is the prison itself, Guantanamo Bay, Camp X Ray is above all a human story.
The Courier [2020] Drama July 12, 2022As any other Cumberbatch movie The Courier, a run-of-the-mill Cold War spy drama based on real events, is definitely worth checking out.
Y Tu Mama Tambien [2001] Comedy July 8, 2022Vibrant, life-affirming, and full of sexually-charged energy, Y Tu Mama Tambien is a fascinating road trip movie that smells like teen spirit.
No Man of God [2021] Drama May 12, 2022For all of us true crime fans, No Man of God feels like serial killer porn, exploring Ted Bundy's last years in prison and his motivations.
Extremely Wicked Shockingly Evil and Vile [2019] Drama May 2, 2022Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile offers a refreshingly different and detached look into the life of a serial killer, Ted Bundy.
Once Upon a Time in Anatolia [2011] Drama April 29, 2022Despite its slower tempo, Once Upon a Time in Anatolia is a captivating experience using a murder investigation to talk about life and death.
Muriel’s Wedding [1994] Comedy April 28, 2022Starring Toni Collette, Muriel's Wedding is a charming black comedy with a distinctive Australian vibe, great story, and vibrant atmosphere.
Child 44 [2015] Drama March 9, 2022Messy and bland, Child 44 is also a visually impressive period drama with a great cast exploring intriguing themes that warrants one viewing.
Against the Ice [2022] Drama March 7, 2022Based on true events, Against the Ice is a light period drama following a two-man expedition into the bitter coldness of Greenland.
Once Were Warriors [1994] Drama March 2, 2022Once Were Warriors is a harrowing but necessary experience exploring so many different issues through the lens of one dysfunctional family.
Red Rocket [2021] Drama February 21, 2022Coming from someone who doesn't like indie dramedies, you should check out Red Rocket, a spicy, honest, and authentic small-town tale.
Elling [2001] Drama February 17, 2022Take a break from your usual movie schedule and check out Elling, a heartwarming, honest, and refreshing drama with a lot of dark humor.
Nightmare Alley [2021] Drama February 11, 2022Stylish and featuring that trademark del Toro vibe, Nightmare Alley is too sleek for its own good and works best as a slow period drama.
House of Gucci [2021] Drama February 4, 2022Silly, easygoing, and struggling to maintain a consistent tone, House of Gucci is a stylish melodrama with a couple of unexpected twists.
