Gachiakuta Episode 9 Review: A Bittersweet Episode Focusing on Artistic Freedom and Joy
Gachiakuta episode 9 was one that celebrated the anime’s central theme of freedom. It took a moment aside to detach from the ever-present violence and vengeance in…
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Review: Akaza’s Return Strikes Hard in an Unforgettable Battle
Spoiler Alert !!! Heavy spoilers ahead for Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle! Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is a terrifyingly powerful adaptation, and Akaza’s Return is a strong start…
Black Rabbit Review — A Taut and Gripping Thriller… For Now
Netflix’s Black Rabbit blends drama and thriller into a tense, genre-crossing story. With an all-star cast starring Jude Law and Jason Bateman, the opening episodes simmer with…
Renoir TIFF Review — A Beautifully Shot but Straightforward Coming-of-Age Tale
Chie Hayakawa’s feature debut, Plan 75, was one of the most underrated gems of its year, having been Japan’s submission for Best International Feature but being snubbed…
To the Victory! TIFF Review — Stunning Metafiction Presents an Idiosyncratic Perspective on the War in Ukraine
Ukrainian filmmaker Valentyn Vasyanovych was one of the most important voices in Ukrainian cinema before the invasion of 2022, so his newest work is, understandably, more timely…