“The Roses” is a comedically sharp remake
Acclaimed author Warren Adler’s literary classic “The War of the Roses” receives another big-screen adaptation from Searchlight Pictures in “The Roses”. Jay Roach helms the film while two Academy Award-nominated Tony McNamara pens the screenplay.
“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.
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.
“Oh, Hi” delivers romance with ropes and regret
The film is primarily a two-hander that relies heavily on its two leads, both of whom are outstanding. Molly Gordon shines as Iris, playing her with an unsteady energy that keeps the audience engaged. Although Iris could be unlikeable and flirts with villainy through her chaotic actions, Gordon infuses her with a lovestruck humanity.
Reality bites—literally—in “The Jurassic Games: Extinction”
Reality TV collides with prehistoric monsters, again, in The Jurassic Games: Extinction, the continuation of 2018’s sleeper hit.
“Thou Shalt Not Bore: Saint Clare is a stylish spin on morality and mayhem”
“Saint Clare” is the kind of off-kilter genre gem that sneaks up on you. Stylish, darkly comic, and anchored by a surprisingly nuanced performance from Bella Thorne, it offers a twisted take on the vigilante thriller, wrapped in Catholic guilt and laced with satire.
“Sovereign” is a haunting true crime drama anchored by powerhouse performances
Dennis Quaid adds authoritative gravitas as Police Chief Jim Bouchart, a figure whose attempts to maintain order clash with the Kanes’ escalating defiance. Quaid avoids caricature, instead portraying Bouchart as a man striving to do the right thing in a system just as flawed as the one the Kanes oppose. There is also strong supporting work from Martha Plimpton, Nancy Travis, and Thomas Mann.
“M3GAN 2.0” Is a genre-bending glow-up that stays too long at the party
Two years after besting M3Gan, Gemma (Allison Williams) and Cady (Violet McGraw) are living a somewhat tranquil life. Gemma is becoming a successful author and advocate for the regulation of artificial intelligence, while Cady, now aged 14, is in a rebellious stage. M3GAN, on the other hand, is being held in a small, harmless robotic doll for safety purposes.