Peet finds layers of shading in what could have been a dull and simplistic role.
The post ‘Fantasy Life’ Review: Amanda Peet Steals Matthew Shear’s Low-Key Directorial Debut appeared first on Slant Magazine.
Lapid’s film locates a dire spiritual crisis facing the nation of his birth.
The post ‘Yes’ Review: Nadav Lapid’s Fearless, Maximalist Temperature Read of Israeli Nationalism appeared first on Slant Magazine.
The film conjures a compelling illusion that would fall apart if it crossed the mall parking lot.
The post ‘Forbidden Fruits’ Review: A Witchy Mall Comedy That Keeps You Under Its Spell appeared first on Slant Magazine.
The film is lean, mean, and feisty, even if it doesn’t quite stick the landing.
The post ‘Pretty Lethal’ Review: ‘Pretty Lethal’ Review: An Action Flick That’s Glorious in Motion appeared first on Slant Magazine.
The film is lean, mean, and feisty, even if it doesn’t quite stick the landing.
The post ‘Pretty Lethal’ Review: An Action Flick That’s Glorious in Motion appeared first on Slant Magazine.
The sequel is just a retread of things that the first film pulled off with more cartoonish energy.
The post ‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Come’ Review: Falling Back on Old Habits appeared first on Slant Magazine.
This list is part sheepish capitulation to the role the Oscars have played in our lives.
The post Every Oscar Best Picture Winner, Ranked appeared first on Slant Magazine.
Based on a true story, Tow is flawed by a fundamental lack of authenticity.
The post ‘Tow’ Review: Stephanie Laing’s Portrait of Homelessness Is Impounded by Sentimentality appeared first on Slant Magazine.
Coppola’s documentary spotlights the humanity and hard work that inform the look of luxury.
The post ‘Marc by Sofia’ Review: A Fascinating Addition to Sofia Coppola’s Fashion-Conscious Filmography appeared first on Slant Magazine.
Late Shift depicts time and mortality, rather than class structures, as antagonists.
The post ‘Late Shift’ Review: A Nurse Races Against the Clock in Petra Volpe’s Tense Workplace Thriller appeared first on Slant Magazine.