There’s no denying The Brutalist is a big swing. Clocking in at nearly four hours, it’s a film that practically dares you to look away—but I couldn’t.

500 Fireflies tells one of my favorite kinds of stories—the kind that’s quiet on the surface but packed with rich character work and emotional resonance.

If I had caught The Nickel Boys in 2024, it would’ve topped my best-of-the-year list. Watching it now, it’s clear this is the film more people need to be talking about.

Jason Reitman’s Saturday Night isn’t just a nostalgia trip; it’s a chaotic, behind-the-scenes sprint through the hours leading up to that very first live show that changed comedy—and late-night TV—forever.

If Harold and Maude wandered into a contemporary synagogue and bumped into a Jewish grief-comedy, you’d land somewhere near Between the Temples.

Anora is a film that thrives not so much on its plot but on its ability to sidestep clichés. The "sex worker with a heart of gold" trope has been explored before, but it's been a while since a newcomer like Mikey Madison has brought so much life to a role with such an unapologetic and authentic performance.

Emilia Pérez has an undeniably intriguing premise but manages to fumble nearly everything that could have made it great.

Conclave is my kind of movie: performance-driven, steeped in dialogue and cloaked in political and spiritual intrigue.

It Ends with Us was exactly what I thought it would be—but just a little better. Think: elevated melodrama with a glossy sheen

My Old Ass is a coming-of-age indie comedy with an intriguing twist. But does it deliver? Well, sort of.

Known for his love of tech experimentation, Zemeckis sometimes sacrifices story for spectacle. But Here is a rare moment where his tech fascination aligns beautifully with the narrative.

Challengers is a must-watch for anyone who loves sports dramas with a pulse—or just great storytelling. It’s sexy, smart and utterly captivating.

At its heart, Gifted is a drama that deals with weighty issues while still finding moments of warmth and humanity.

I found myself in the rare position of being stunned—not by awe, but by how much I just didn’t enjoy I Saw the TV Glow.

Kinds of Kindness is not the most straightforward film. Lanthimos always challenges his audience, and I found myself scratching my head, trying to decipher what he was really trying to say. But that’s part of what makes him such a brilliant director.

We Bought a Zoo is a movie that never fails to bring on the tears, no matter how many times I’ve watched it.

Young Woman and the Sea is an unexpected gem that deserved more than a quiet release on Disney+.

The Iron Claw is a deeply sobering film that explores the tragic story of the Von Erich family, legendary figures in the world of professional wrestling.

Not that I'm expecting a lot of plausibility with my romance dramas, but 'The Idea of You' would have been better served if it were steeped in more reality.

Understanding that Civil War centers on a group of war journalists rather than the war itself can significantly alter one's perspective on Garland's intent.