Publications
‘Other Mommy’ Review: Creepy Smiles are not Enough to Save this Dumpster Fire
Despite an intriguing concept on paper, Savage’s Other Mommy is a waste of time that uses terrible CGI in lieu of real thrills, poorly written dialogue, and listless direction to show that stepparent trauma is real.
Five of the Biggest Movie and TV Reveals this Week
This week’s trailer lineup spans wildly different worlds. The Exorcist: Martyrs promises fresh horror, Look Back explores the emotional sides of artistic ambition, and Blade Runner 2099 and Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2 offer another glimpse into their futuristic universes.
‘VisionQuest’ Ep 1 & 2 Review: The Beginning of the End of Wanda & Vision’s Trilogy
Setting the stage for what could be one of the most emotionally tangible Marvel Television shows yet, the first two episodes of VisionQuest provide a tease into a story we so desperately want to see more of.
‘Ray Gunn’ Review: Brad Bird’s Futuristic Spy Animation For All Ages
Revered animation director Brad Bird firmly and passionately advocates this notion. His newest venture, Ray Gunn, is a shiny new name to add to this placard.
The Philadelphia Film Festival Celebrates 35 Years, Debuting 70mm Projection
The Philadelphia Film Festival returns October 15-25 for a milestone edition of the Philadelphia Film Society’s defining flagship fall event.
‘Behemoth!’ Review (NYFF 2026): Tony Gilroy’s Big Screen Return Offers the Full Cinematic Experience
Tony Gilroy's return to film sees Pedro Pascal deliver a triumphant performance as a renowned cellist.
‘Other Mommy’ Ushers in Halloween Season at the Box Office
Aaron Sorkin's 'The Social Reckoning' failed to make the top five at the box office, falling short of Jessica Chastain horror pic 'Other Mommy.'
Bat-Patt Pauses Production and More from This Week’s News
This week there were plenty of twists, with The Batman Part II hitting a production pause as a new Transformers movie takes shape. Add Sicario 3 back with its original stars and a VR horror series set in the Talk to Me universe, and there’s no shortage of major updates to catch up on.
Review: ‘Fjord’ is an Impressive Icy Drama with a Sensational Sebastian Stan Performance
Fjord, and Cristian Mungiu, for that matter, don’t have answers. They merely ask the questions, forcing us to ascertain an answer for ourselves. And in 2026, a movie that tasks the audience with such a duty can be divisive.
*TIFF 2026* Interview with ‘Infinitely Dense’ (2026) Director, Ace Thor & Actor, Glen Steele
As part of the TIFF Market Screening, Infinitely Dense follows a man who employs an augmented reality system to escape his lonely life, only to confront the dark consequences of bending reality to his will. We are joined by the director, Ace Thor, and actor, Glen Steele, to discuss their process behind making the film. […]
Review: ‘The Social Reckoning’ Does Not Deserve Your Full Attention
Now, The Social Reckoning is about to hit theaters, and it’s impossible to discuss it without comparing it to that collaboration between him and David Fincher.
‘Digger’ Review: Can Movies Change the World?
Digger is a movie about contradictions. It is sincere and ridiculous. It is earnest and cynical. It is about how art can heal us and distract us. It’s about how individuals are powerless and complicit. It’s about how villains are guilty and convenient. It is about perception and reality.
‘Verity’ Review: Colleen Hoover’s Psychosexual Adaptation is a Fun Watch if You Can Spot the Humor
Colleen Hoover’s thriller novel 'Verity' gets adapted for the screen with equal parts dark mystery and potentially unintentional campy humor.
Review: ‘Sense and Sensibility’ Prioritizes Sisterhood Above All Else
Georgia Oakley brings Jane Austen’s classic book to new life in 'Sense and Sensibility.'
‘Digger’ Breaks Down, and ‘Verity’ Breaks Out at Weekend Domestic Box Office
This year's fall film releases are already proving incredibly unpredictable at the box office. This weekend brought two major releases: Alejandro González Iñárritu’s much-anticipated Digger and the new Colleen Hoover adaptation Verity. Many expected Digger to guarantee the top spot at the box office, given the director's reputation and Tom Cruise at the center. However, the tables have turned, and Verity started at number one at the box office this weekend.
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