Venom: The Last Dance Review — When Absurdity Meets Heart in a Finale That Almost Soars
Over three films, the Venom series has carved out a distinct space in the comic book movie landscape, not so much by defying superhero conventions but by embracing its own unique brand of antihero absurdity. In Venom: The Last Dance,…
Woman of the Hour is a Commendable Directorial Debut by Anna Kendrick (That Stumbles in the Climax)
Pulling viewers into the twisted world of Rodney Alcala, the infamous serial killer who appeared as a contestant on The Dating Game in 1978, Anna Kendrick’s Woman of the Hour opens with an uneasy tension that never quite lets go.…
It’s What’s Inside is A Dizzying Dive into Body-Swap Chaos with Missed Opportunities
It’s easy to get lured into It’s What’s Inside with its sleek visuals and high-concept premise—a millennial body-swap thriller that combines social satire with a dash of sci-fi. Writer-director Greg Jardin sets up a situation that seems rife with potential:…
Is Tripti Dimri Making Bad Choices With Her Movie Roles, or Are We Judging Her Wrongly?
Tripti Dimri has long been recognized as one of Bollywood's rising stars, delivering captivating performances in films like Laila Majnu and Bulbbul. Her career trajectory, however, has recently sparked debate among fans and critics alike, with many questioning whether her…
Does Halloween Have a Place in Bangladeshi Culture?
Halloween is a celebration that has evolved from its ancient origins into a modern, global phenomenon. With elaborate costumes, impersonating a favorite villain or character, it’s a holiday that has made its way into the hearts of urban youth worldwide.…
Phir Aayi Haseen Dilruba Review: A Mediocre Sequel That Fails to Recapture the Magic
When Haseen Dilruba first hit our screens in 2021, it was a messy, uneven, yet undeniably entertaining blend of romance, crime, and pulp fiction. It wasn’t a perfect film by any means, but it had a certain charm that kept…
Joker: Folie à Deux is a Daring Experiment That Falls Short of Its Potential
Five years after the release of Joker, Todd Phillips returns with Joker: Folie à Deux, a musical sequel that attempts to elevate the original’s dark psychological drama into something more abstract and theatrical. The film reunites audiences with Arthur Fleck,…
Ctrl Review: A Digital Nightmare That Doesn’t Quite Pay Off
As the world continues to grapple with the ever-evolving influence of artificial intelligence, social media, and the omnipresent digital landscape, Ctrl arrives at an opportune moment. Directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, the film offers a cautionary tale about our relationship with…
Hayao Miyazaki’s Return with The Boy and the Heron: A Film of Loss, Legacy and Life
After a brief(!) retirement of a decade, Hayao Miyazaki’s highly anticipated return to filmmaking with The Boy and the Heron (originally titled How Do You Live?) marks a significant moment in cinema. Miyazaki’s first feature since The Wind Rises (2013),…
The Substance is a Provocative Tale of Body Horror and Society’s Obsession with Youth
In The Substance, Coralie Fargeat crafts a world where the obsession with youth and beauty drives a woman to dangerous extremes, creating a tale that melds body horror, dark humor, and societal critique into one mesmerizing experience. The film may…