Avatar: Fire and Ash
James Cameron takes audiences back to Pandora in an immersive new adventure with Marine turned Naโvi leader Jake Sully (Sam Worthington), Naโvi warrior Neytiri (Zoe Saldaรฑa), and the Sully family.
“There is a lot to enjoy in Fire and Ash, especially on a large screen, and it marks a significant step-up in quality from its predecessor. The projectโs sheer size occasionally weighs it down, but the experience is still engaging, visually rich, and strong enough to justify anticipation for a potential fourth installment.” – Sean Farrell,ย AFPL Journal
“Avatar: Fire and Ash is a triumph of genre filmmaking, proof that sci-fi/action can be both deliriously daring and thoroughly thrilling. At this point, I can’t wait to go back to Pandora.” – Bill Bria,ย /Film
“No. 3, with a reported price tag of more than $400 million, is the most visually glorious of the trio, adding fresh and imaginative beings and environments that further flesh out one of the all-time great fantasy locales.” – Johnny Oleksinski,ย New York Post
rated pg-13 for intense sequences of violence and action, bloody images, some strong language, thematic elements, and suggestive material.
Sentimental Value
Sisters Nora and Agnes reunite with their estranged father, the charismatic Gustav, a once-renowned director who offers stage actress Nora a role in what he hopes will be his comeback film. When Nora turns it down, she soon discovers he has given her part to an eager young Hollywood star. Suddenly, the two sisters must navigate their complicated relationship with their father โ and deal with an American star dropped right into the middle of their complex family dynamics.
“…Trier has crafted a truly resonant and moving motion picture, that will leave audiences in a pleasantly melancholy state of self-reflection and absolutely ‘full’ to the rafters.” – Sean Farrell,ย AFPL Journal
“This tremendous follow-up to Trierโs 2021 international breakthrough hit The Worst Person in the World flows with a ravishing freeness through the many complex strictures it builds for itself: layered family psychologies; behaviours and secrets that recur and reform across generations; the therapeutic value of art to its makers.” – Robbie Collin,ย The Telegraph
“The characters are so fleshed-out, the diction so lived-in, the backstories and present stories so engaging. Their conversations seem less like scripted scenes than real moments lucky to have been captured. In creating a relatively small and recognizable film that can feel revelatory, Trier shows sleight of hand that could only belong to a young veteran at the height of his career.” – Luke Hicks,ย The Film Stage
rated r for some language including a sexual reference, and brief nudity.
“Wuthering Heights”
A passionate and tumultuous love story set against the backdrop of the Yorkshire moors, exploring the intense and destructive relationship between Heathcliff and Catherine Earnshaw.
“Style over substance? Not at all โ itโs more that Fennell understands that style can be substance when you do it right. Cathy and Heathcliffโs passions vibrate through their dress, their surroundings, and everything else within reach, and you leave the cinema quivering on their own private frequency.” – Robbie Collin,ย The Telegraph
“Fennellโs adaptation takes some liberties with Emily Bronteฬโs original 1847 Victorian-era novel but unless youโre a devout superfan, you likely wonโt be too mad. The Oscar-winning British filmmaker crafts a sumptuous bad romance thatโs quite haughty, darkly hilarious and ultimately heartfelt.” – Brian Truitt,ย USA Today
“Fennell leans into excess not as provocation, but as emotional truth, letting obsession swell until it becomes the only language the film speaks. The feeling cuts here not as poetry, but as pressureโbarbed wire wrapped tight around a heartbeat. In all its wildness, Fennell seals the film with an embrace and a bruise, then lands the kiss like a sudden dagger to the ribs.” – Rodrigo Perez,ย The Playlist
rated r for sexual content, some violent content, and language.
IT: Welcome to Derry: Season 1
The origins of killer clown Pennywise (Bill Skarsgard) is explored in the prequel series to the IT films. The first season, set in 1962, follows Leroy Hanlon (Jovan Adepo), his wife (Taylour Paige) and young son as they arrive in Derry, Maine, just as children begin disappearing again.
“Assured, atmospheric, and full of eerie, unnerving dread, the series doesnโt reinvent Kingโs worldโit enriches it.” –ย The Playlist
“The castโs emotional depth and depictions of fright and panic really elevate IT: Welcome to Derry… When itโs all said and done, IT: Welcome to Derry is a worthy prequel series that not only details the emergence of Pennywise, but also turns a lens on society to showcase how truly horrifying we can be as human beings.” – Aramide Tinubu,ย Variety
“King diehards will be impressed by how faithfully the show recreates ITโs atmosphere of fetid, rising dread. Even Derry Girls fans who have switched on in confusion might be convinced to stick around โ at least until the geysers of gore get going and the body parts pile up.” – Ed Power,ย The Independent
rated TV-MA. contains graphic violence, gore, terror, strong language, sexual references, and smoking.
Reminders of Him
After a perfect outing with her boyfriend, Kenna (Maika Monroe) makes an unbearable mistake that sends her to prison. Seven years later, Kenna returns to her hometown in Wyoming, hoping to rebuild her life and earn the chance to reunite with her young daughter, Diem, whom she has never known. When Diemโs custodial grandparents adamantly refuse Kennaโs attempts to see her daughter, Kenna discovers unexpected compassion, and then something truer and deeper, with former NFL player and local bar owner Ledger (Tyriq Withers). As their secret romance develops, so do the dangers for both of them, leading Kenna toward heartbreak and, ultimately, the hope for a second chance.
“Like It Ends with Us, which was also based on a Colleen Hoover novel, Reminders of Him is a movie whose willingness to be deeply unpleasant saves it from becoming a soap opera.” – Mick LaSalle,ย San Francisco Chronicle
“Reminders of Him deserves credit for serving it all up unabashedly and without a single wink. This is largely thanks to the stupendous Monroe, and also Withers.” – Glenn Kenny,ย New York Times
“While the plot isnโt realistic, itโs deeply felt, which is what these kinds of melodramas are supposed to offer. Itโs a leaps and bounds improvement over Regretting You, and though Reminders Of Him has fewer grace notes than It Ends With Us, itโs got a more cohesive, meaningful message.” – Caroline Siede,ย AV Club
rated pg-13 for sexual content, strong language, drug content, some violent content, and brief partial nudity.
GOAT
Will, a small goat with big dreams, gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and playโฏroarballโฏโโฏa high-intensity, co-ed, full-contact sportโฏdominated by the fastest,โฏfiercest animals in the world.โฏWillโs new teammates arenโt thrilled about having a little goat on their roster, but Will is determined toโฏrevolutionize the sport and prove once and for all that โsmalls can ball!โ
“It is a classic underdog story wrapped in bold animation, infectious energy, and real heart.” – Daniel Howat,ย Next Best Picture
“In outline, GOAT doesnโt do anything terribly unorthodox, but the joy of the film lies in its dreamscape design, in the funky cut and thrust of its patter, and in its touching off-center sincerity.” – Owen Gleiberman,ย Variety
“GOAT isnโt doing anything new story-wise, but itโs a fun and engaging underdog (or undergoat?) sports comedy that shines thanks to its wonderful production design and animation.” – Eric Goldman,ย IGN
rated pg for some rude humor and brief mild language.
Fallout: Season 2
Lucy and the Ghoul are on the trail to New Vegas, searching for her father, but must first cross the Mojave Wasteland. As they journey together, the pair uncover the conspiracies of Vault-Tec and learn more about the nuclear apocalypse that changed the fate of humanity. But in order to reach their destination, they will have to survive rogue groups like Caesarโs Legion and the ruler of New Vegas himself, Robert House.
“Maintains a steady course in its second season, building thrillingly on its wild, weird, and badass first outing.” – Nick Schager,ย The Daily Beast
“Thereโs no denying the depth; with countless titles within the world of Fallout from which to scrape material, itโs a complex story to tell, yet Season Two showrunners Graham Wagner and Geneva Robertson-Dwonet have succeeded in taking the reins from Season Oneโs Jonathan Nolan and continued to move Fallout right along seamlessly.” – Brian Farvour,ย The Playlist
“Both Parnell and Moten have settled comfortably into their roles, and the latter feels distinctly more natural as buttoned-up Maximus this time around. Goggins and MachLachlan are utter delights and Theroux’s natural weirdness fits right into the ambiance of the series… If you can stomach all the splattered guts and noseless monsters, you won’t be disappointed by the enrapturing story the series is starting to unwind.” – Kelly Lawler,ย USA Today
rated TV-MA. includes graphic violence, gore, disturbing images, pervasive language, sexual material, thematic content, drug use, and smoking.
The Bride!
A lonely Frankenstein (Christian Bale) travels to 1930s Chicago to ask groundbreaking scientist Dr. Euphronious (Annette Bening) to create a companion for him. The two revive a murdered young woman and The Bride (Jessie Buckley) is born. What ensues is beyond what either of them imagined: Murder! Possession! A wild and radical cultural movement! And outlaw lovers in a wild and combustible romance!
“The good news, for a lot of people, is that Maggie Gyllenhaal just made your new favorite movie. The bad news isโฆ hang on, let me see if I can find anyโฆ no, I got nothing. There is no bad news.” – William Bibbiani,ย The Wrap
“The Bride! is a delightfully insane romp that falls short of landing its message in mayhem. But what glorious mayhem it is.” – Bradley Gibson,ย Film Threat
“There is no question that Gyllenhaal packs her film with so many ideas that it can become dizzying. The themes sometimes pile up, the tonal shifts arrive quickly, and the story occasionally feels less like itโs unfolding than tangling itself into elaborate knots. Some viewers will likely bail when the plot begins tripping over its own ambitions. But the film also has an undeniable boldness. A willingness to be strange. To be excessive. To be gloriously weird.” – Thom Ernst,ย Original Cin
rated r for strong / bloody violent content, sexual content / nudity, and language.
Solo Mio
After being left at the altar in Rome, a man decides to go on his honeymoon alone.
“Solo Mio is good, sappy fun, and the perfect date movie for all the craziness going on in the world at the moment.” – Alan Ng,ย Film Threat
“While Solo Mio feels familiar, it doesnโt feel genericโand thatโs a balancing act as impressive as Jamesโ late-career pivot.” – Caroline Siede,ย AV Club
“Itโs rare to find an American movie which approaches mature-age romance as engagingly as this one. Itโs sweet-natured with a big heart.” – Sandra Hall,ย Sydney Morning Herald
rated pg for some suggestive material, brief language, violence, and smoking.
I Can Only Imagine 2
Bart Millard, lead singer of MercyMe, faces a personal crisis at the peak of his success. As his world unravels, he struggles with his beliefs and inner demons while seeking a path through adversity.
“Poignant, inspirational and captivating.” – Avi Offer,ย NYC Movie Guru
“Fans of the first film will likely appreciate this more nuanced, less dramatic sequel.” – Sandie Angulo Chen,ย Common Sense Media
“Itโs no overstatement to say that Tim, a mildly enigmatic man of devotion and gratitude, becomes the catalyst for the father and son. And Ventimiglia becomes the sequelโs saving grace.” – Lisa Kennedy,ย New York Times
rated pg for thematic material and some language.
Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie
When their plan to book a show at the Rivoli goes horribly wrong, Matt and Jay accidentally travel back to the year 2008. Blah blah blah blah blah.
“An achievement as unlikely as it is inspired.” – Zachary Barnes,ย Wall Street Journal
“Itโs movies like these that prove that cinema still has the capacity to surprise, even in criminally goofy comedies like this.” – Clint Worthington,ย RogerEbert.com
“More than anything, NTBTSTM is simply hilarious โ a furiously funny roller coaster of a film whose energy never, ever dips. It is difficult to imagine a better, sharper comedy coming along this year. Or the next.” – Barry Hertz,ย The Globe and Mail
rated r for language and brief violence.
Cloud
Yoshii, a young man who resells goods online, finds himself at the center of a series of mysterious events that put his life at risk.
“This riveting and highly unusual shoot-em-up finds Kurosawa returning to his roots, only to discover that psychological terror isnโt quite as abstract as it used to be.” – David Ehrlich,ย IndieWire
“Even amid the loud, incessant pop of gunfire, Kurosawa avoids monotony; he has a knack for embedding ideas within action, and for developing action in ways that trigger yet more ideas.” – Justin Chang,ย The New Yorker
“This is more Reservoir Dogs than Ringu. But whatever box one wants to place it in, itโs a reminder of Kurosawaโs remarkable skill with pacing and plotting, delivering a brisk film that leaves one pondering its themes, especially what it means to live in an era when nothing is real.” – Brian Tallerico,ย RogerEbert.com
not rated. contains violence, bloody images, and strong language.
Twinless
Two young men meet in a twin bereavement support group and form an unlikely bromance.
“Twinless is a disarmingly assured film. Sweeneyโs stylistic flourishes and complex writing flow with an easy cadence.” – Richard Lawson,ย Vanity Fair
“…uses elements of dark comedy, Hitchcockian suspense, and relationship drama to create a genuinely funny and moving meditation on loneliness and obsession… Frequently surprising, smartly written, and deeply affecting, this is top-tier filmmaking unlike anything else Iโve seen this year.” – Sean Farrell,ย AFPL Journal
“Youโll begin Twinless with basic expectations, and youโll end it with your mouth agape. And then youโll ask the most satisfying question there is after first encountering an exciting young filmmakerโs work: Whenโs the next one?” – Johnny Oleksinski,ย New York Post
rated r for sexual content / nudity and language.
H is for Hawk
H is for Hawk follows Helen (Claire Foy), who, after the sudden death of her father (Brendan Gleeson), loses herself in the memories of their time birding and exploring the natural world together and turns the ancient art of falconryโrooted in European traditionโtraining a wild goshawk named Mabel to navigate her profound loss. But as she teaches Mabel to hunt and fly free, Helen discovers how deeply she has neglected her own emotions and life. What begins as an act of endurance transforms into an intimate journey of resilience and healing.
“Finding ways to cope with any significant tragedy is hardly new, but in the hands of Foy and Lowthrope, it is.” – Brian Farvour,ย The Playlist
“Foy is terrific in a film which balances bruising candour about mental health issues against arresting wildlife photography and a fervent appreciation of the natural world.” – Wendy Ide,ย Screen Daily
“H Is for Hawk concerns itself less with the healing of wounds, but rather with the prying open of them. Can we look so deep into the pulp that the fear of it eventually washes away?” – Clarisse Loughrey,ย The Independent
rated pg-13 for some strong language, and smoking.
The Luckiest Man in America
May 1984. An unemployed ice cream truck driver steps onto the game show Press Your Luck harboring a secret: the key to endless money. But his winning streak is threatened when the bewildered executives uncover his real motivations.
“Oliveros keeps the pressure high in his briskly running film thatโs propelled by a bloopy, squelchy soundtrack and a volley between harried behind-the-scenes scenes and stage-managed on-set pieces. The script drops enough red herrings to keep everyone guessing about everyone elseโs agendas, elevating an otherwise straightforward story.” – Kim Hughes,ย Original Cin
“The film is so much more than just an exploration of this anomalous oddball story and character who managed to outsmart the media. The focus on the control-room panic illustrates how these corporate narratives shape the myth of the American Dream, effectively deconstructing the fantasy that any of this was ever about luck at all.” – Katie Walsh,ย Los Angeles Times
“Though itโs a slighter production, Oliverosโs film still has plenty to recommend it, with his smart direction and a raft of fun performances making for an engaging hour and half.” – Chloe Walker,ย Paste
rated r for language.
Dracula
When a 15th-century prince (Caleb Landry Jones) witnesses the brutal murder of his wife (Zoรซ Bleu), he renounces God and damns heaven itself. Cursed with eternal life, he is reborn as Dracula, an immortal warlord who defies fate in a blood-soaked crusade to wrench his lost love back from death, no matter the cost. On the verge of reuniting, Dracula is hunted by a relentless priest (Christoph Waltz), sworn to end his immortal reign.
“Bessonโs film is a magnificent achievement. More romance than terror and more faith than devilry, this film is sure to pull the heartstrings.” – Alan Ng,ย Film Threat
“The story of Bram Stokerโs Dracula is so well-known that itโs hard to find a new angle. That is, unless youโre Luc Besson and you go back to the bookโs inspiration, and present Dracula as a lost soul in need of forgiveness and redemption. And, refreshingly, thatโs exactly what you get in this film.” – John Kirk,ย Original Cin
“Perhaps there is no great enthusiasm out there for a new version of Dracula from Luc Besson, the French maestro of glossiness and bloat. And yet it has to be said: his lavishly upholstered vampire romance has ambition and panache โ and in all its Hammer-y cheesiness, Iโm not sure I wouldnโt prefer to it to Robert Eggersโs recent, solemnly classy version of Nosferatu.” – Peter Bradshaw,ย The Guardian
rated r for violence, some gore, and sexuality.
Dreams
Fernando, a young ballet dancer from Mexico, dreams of international fame and life in the US. Believing that his lover Jennifer (Jessica Chastain), a socialite and philanthropist, will support him, he leaves everything behind and narrowly escapes death while crossing the border. His arrival, however, disrupts Jenniferโs carefully curated world. She will do anything to protect their future together โ and the life she has built for herself.
“The two powerhouse performances at the heart of Dreams manage to stand so tall that it seems a love story like theirs can overpower even the trademark brutality one has learned to expect in every Michel Franco film.” – Savina Petkova,ย The Film Stage
“The filmโs quietly disturbing power lies in how Franco packages his U.S.-Mexico border metaphor โ with rich philanthropist Jennifer (Jessica Chastain) and her young ballerina lover Fernando (Isaac Hernรกndez, in a striking newcomer performance) standing in for each โ into an addictive and destructive love story as sharply wrought as the movieโs grander political concerns.” – Ryan Lattanzio,ย IndieWire
“This is a powerfully intense erotic drama that exposes its central characterโs exploitation of both the wealth gap and the age gap to devastating effect. Hereโs hoping Chastainโs collaboration with Franco continues because they are doing exceptional work together.” – Matthew Turner,ย Next Best Picture
not rated. contains strong sexual content, nudity, strong language throughout, mild violence, and thematic content.
Heel
19-year-old hooligan Tommy (Anson Boon) revels in a life of drugs, parties, and violence. One night, on a bender with his reckless friends, he becomes separated from the group and is abducted by an unknown figure (Stephen Graham). Though he is no stranger to inflicting violence, he is enraged and horrified when he wakes to find himself chained in the basement of the isolated suburban family home of Chris, his near-spectral wife Kathryn (Andrea Riseborough), and their young son Jonathan (Kit Rakusen). The family sets out to reform Tommy’s unruly behavior, forcing him to comply with their relentless mind games or seek escape at any cost.
“Infused with the D.N.A. of Kubrickโs A Clockwork Orange, Heel is an uneasy study of subjugation and transformation. Rock-solid performances from Boon and Graham maintain its precarious balance between anxiety and absurdity.” – Jeannette Catsoulis,ย New York Times
“By keeping some of its cards close to its chest, Heel respects our intelligence, which helps it to earn its sneakily moving ending.” – Steven Scaife,ย Slant
“Thereโs something deeply compelling about this deliberately odd, carefully-calibrated neo-gothic fable, which suggests that rehabilitation can be found in the darkest of places, and that true freedom is simply a matter of trust.” – Nikki Baughan,ย Screen Daily
not rated. contains language throughout, sexual content, drug use, and some violence / bloody images.
The Yeti
When an oil tycoon and a famous adventurer vanish into the harsh winter of remote northern Alaska, a hand-picked rescue team endeavors to bring them home. What they donโt know is that they are trespassing on The Yetiโs territory, and the elements are the least of their worries.
“A surprisingly serious-minded affair that is just at home playing in the dark recesses of its characterโs psyche as it is in the chilly woods of the Alaskan Territory, circa 1947.” – Simon Foster,ย Screen-Space
“A return to ‘a guy in a furry suit’ monster movies, The Yeti is a lo fi survival flick with practical effects that harken back to the heyday of drive-in creature feature nights.” – Richard Crouse,ย Richard Crouse
“The Yeti is an enjoyable horror movie โ and (somewhat surprisingly) an entertaining adventure film. Itโs got great tension, good performances, impressive visuals and enough torn limbs and ripped bowels to keep you captivated.” – Niall Browne,ย Movies in Focus
George A. Romero’s Resident Evil
A documentary that brings to light the vision that director George A. Romero had for an adaptation of Resident Evil, using newly filmed interviews with those who were there, and unravels the secrets behind why it was never produced.
“A reasonably fascinating inside look at the unmade Resident Evil movie.” – Casey Chong,ย Casey Chong’s Movie Mania
not rated. contains language and bloody images.
The Sparrow in the Chimney
The stark personality differences between sisters Karen and Jule become apparent as their families come together for a birthday party.
“Among the filmโs strongest qualities is its suspense: Mr. Zรผrcher builds a wicked sense of anticipation about just how far its desperately unhappy characters may go. As bleak as it is, The Sparrow in the Chimney is a skillfully painted portrait of an unstable menagerie.” – Kyle Smith,ย Wall Street Journal
“With its deep, bold dives into the nightmarish and the surreal, The Sparrow in the Chimney is that rare film that feels like a catharsis for protagonist and director both.” – Leonardo Goi,ย The Film Stage
“All the micro-motivations and manipulations of life are present, from the desire to be loved and look after others to the urge to tear down a carefully constructed emotional wall.” – Amber Wilkinson,ย Screen Daily
not rated. contains strong language, thematic content, and disturbing material.
baby
After his release from a juvenile center, Wellington finds himself homeless in Sรฃo Paulo. At a porn theater, he meets Ronaldo, who mentors him in street survival. Their bond evolves into a turbulent affair.
“Baby can be defined by the terrific job it does in eking out gentleness from the most unexpected of places.” – Jonathan Holland,ย Screen Daily
“Brazilian newcomer Joรฃo Pedro Mariano makes quite an auspicious screen debut as Wellington, the titular gay teen in the beautifully crafted street drama Baby.” – Andrรฉ Hereford,ย Metro Weekly
“Baby — indebted to the cinema of Wong Kar-Wai, Pedro Almodรณvar, and Claire Denis — is a story of dependence and liberation, of desire and pain, that unfolds and delivers an ample dose of sensitivity and intimacy…” – Diego Batlle,ย Otros Cines
not rated. contains sexual content, nudity, strong language, mild violence, drug use, and smoking.
Cold Wallet
A team of Redditors lose everything after a cryptocurrency scam leads them to plot to kidnap the “financial influencer” who screwed them over.
“With a razor-sharp and timely screenplay by John Hibey, combined with stunning photography by Oliver Millar, this movie is professional as hell with a dynamite ending which combines a clever pay-off involving a household appliance and a next-level twist.” – Kent Hill,ย Film Threat
“The film is to its credit much more interested in psychology rather than tech, and the fine lines between avarice, rage and impotence that make the capitalist world go round.” – Leslie Felperin,ย The Guardian
“Cold Wallet succeeds at getting us to feel the heat of the situation, all while emphasizing the cold, hard reality that awaits our protagonists.” – Ferdosa,ย Screen Rant
rated r for language throughout, and violence.
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