“Eenie Meanie” is a genre jumble that never finds its rhythm
“Eenie Meanie” wants to be a gritty crime drama, a character-driven redemption tale, and a quirky dark comedy all at once—but it never figures out how to balance any of those ambitions.
“Relay” is a smart, slick thriller that keeps you guessing
Oscar nominee Riz Ahmed brings his leading man bravado to the throwback style thriller “Relay” from Bleeker Street for director David Mackenzie.
“Ne Zha 2”: a mythic spectacle that soars beyond expectations
A24 brings an English-dubbed version of the highest-grossing non-English language film “Ne Zha 2” to IMAX theaters, from director Jiaozi, who also pens the screenplay, which is an adaptation of the novel “Investiture of the Gods”.
“What We Hide”: a tense drama carried by two breakout performances
After a few initial missteps, director Daniel Kay finds his footing in the enjoyable film “What We Hide,” presented by Gravitas Ventures.
Single Review: Ready For The World, “FeelinU”
Members of the group Ready for The World are preparing to release a new album titled “READY SONIQUE.”
Night Always Comes: gritty premise undercut by contrived execution
“Night Always Comes” aims to be a powerful social drama that highlights the heavy burden of poverty in modern America.
Fit for TV : the reality of the Biggest Loser explores the dark reality of the hit show
Netflix’s latest three-part documentary, “Fit for TV: The Reality of The Biggest Loser,” delves into the complexities of weight loss as portrayed on television.
She Rides Shotgun: a crime noir with a beating heart
“She Rides Shotgun” is a lean, intense road thriller that also serves as a fractured coming-of-age story.
“Trouble Man” is a gritty groovy blaxploitation revival
Michael Jai White steps behind the camera as Jaxen, a tough ex-cop turned private investigator, who navigates modern-day Atlanta like a character straight out of a 1970s blaxploitation film.
“Shaman” is a spookless bore
Director Antonio Negret transitions from episodic television to his first feature in over a decade with the horror flick “Shaman,” produced by Well Go USA.
Second Listen Sunday: 112, “Room 112”
When hip hop enthusiasts reflect on the last great release day in music, September 29, 1998, immediately comes to mind.
Slow Jam Saturday: Vivian Green, “Emotional Rollercoaster”
This week for Slow Jam Saturday, I want to take a moment to appreciate Vivian Green and her debut single, “Emotional Rollercoaster,” released in 2002.