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The Devil's Hand
A spoiler light review of The Devil's Hand should begin with tone, because Christian E. Christiansen understands exactly how this horror film ought to feel. The Devil's Hand gains early credibility from Rufus Sewell, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Alycia Debnam Carey. The foundation of The Devil's Hand can be stated simply: When young girls start to go missing within a religious cult, older followers fear a long told prophecy while the younger members s
Aug 103 min read
Top Spin
A spoiler light review of Top Spin should begin with tone, because Sara Newens understands exactly how this documentary ought to feel. Top Spin gains early credibility from Ariel Hsing, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Michael Landers. The foundation of Top Spin can be stated simply: Three teenagers' quest to qualify for the 2012 US Olympic table tennis team. Within its 1h 20m running time, Top Spin reveals both the benefits and the limits of that discipl
Aug 103 min read
Infliction
A spoiler light review of Infliction should begin with tone, because Jack Thomas Smith understands exactly how this horror film ought to feel. Infliction gains early credibility from Jason Mac, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Elliott Armstrong. The foundation of Infliction can be stated simply: In 2011, two brothers documented their murder spree in North Carolina. Within its 1h 45m running time, Infliction reveals both the benefits and the limits of that
Aug 102 min read
Gang of Ghosts
A spoiler light review of Gang of Ghosts should begin with tone, because Satish Kaushik understands exactly how this horror film ought to feel. Gang of Ghosts gains early credibility from Sharman Joshi, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Mahie Gill. The foundation of Gang of Ghosts can be stated simply: A group of ghosts reside in an old house and live in harmony despite cultural differences. Within its 2h 8m running time, Gang of Ghosts reveals both the be
Aug 103 min read
Alleluia
A spoiler light review of Alleluia should begin with tone, because Fabrice du Welz understands exactly how this horror film ought to feel. Alleluia gains early credibility from Lola Dueñas, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Laurent Lucas. The foundation of Alleluia can be stated simply: Fervidly dark lovesick horror inspired by the real life criminal duo, the Lonely Hearts Killers. Within its 1h 33m running time, Alleluia reveals both the benefits and the
Aug 102 min read
The Suicide Theory
A spoiler light review of The Suicide Theory should begin with tone, because Dru Brown understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. The Suicide Theory gains early credibility from Steve Mouzakis, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Leon Cain. The foundation of The Suicide Theory can be stated simply: A suicidal man hires a demented killer to assist him in suicide, but for some reason, miraculously survives each attempt on his life. Within its 1h 38m run
Aug 103 min read
Horse Money
A spoiler light review of Horse Money should begin with tone, because Pedro Costa understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. Horse Money gains early credibility from Ventura, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Vitalina Varela. The foundation of Horse Money can be stated simply: "The time is now, a numbing and timeless present of hospital stays, bureaucratic questioning, and wandering through remembered spaces. Within its 1h 43m running time, Horse Mo
Aug 103 min read
The Sisterhood of Night
A spoiler light review of The Sisterhood of Night should begin with tone, because Caryn Waechter understands exactly how this thriller ought to feel. The Sisterhood of Night gains early credibility from Georgie Henley, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Kara Hayward. The foundation of The Sisterhood of Night can be stated simply: When a teenage girl says she's the victim of a secret network called The Sisterhood of Night, a quiet suburban town becomes the b
Aug 103 min read
Hungry Hearts
A spoiler light review of Hungry Hearts should begin with tone, because Saverio Costanzo understands exactly how this thriller ought to feel. Hungry Hearts gains early credibility from Adam Driver, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Alba Rohrwacher. The foundation of Hungry Hearts can be stated simply: The relationship of a couple who meet by chance in New York City is put to the test when they encounter a life or death circumstance. Within its 1h 49m runni
Aug 103 min read
Gabriel
A spoiler light review of Gabriel should begin with tone, because Lou Howe understands exactly how this thriller ought to feel. Gabriel gains early credibility from Rory Culkin, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of David Call. The foundation of Gabriel can be stated simply: A troubled young man searches obsessively for his first love, risking everything in an increasingly desperate pursuit. Within its 1h 25m running time, Gabriel reveals both the benefits and
Aug 103 min read
Stage Fright
A spoiler light review of Stage Fright should begin with tone, because Jerome Sable understands exactly how this horror film ought to feel. Stage Fright gains early credibility from Allie MacDonald, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Meat Loaf. The foundation of Stage Fright can be stated simply: A snobby musical theater camp is terrorized by a blood thirsty killer who hates musical theater. Within its 1h 29m running time, Stage Fright reveals both the bene
Aug 103 min read
The Jazz Funeral
A spoiler light review of The Jazz Funeral should begin with tone, because Jesse Rosen understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. The Jazz Funeral gains early credibility from James Morrison, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Bobby Campo. The foundation of The Jazz Funeral can be stated simply: A father and son head to New Orleans to overcome their women trouble. Within its 1h 14m running time, The Jazz Funeral reveals both the benefits and the limi
Aug 103 min read
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