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Chernobyl: Abyss
A spoiler light review of Chernobyl: Abyss should begin with tone, because Danila Kozlovsky understands exactly how this historical drama ought to feel. Chernobyl: Abyss gains early credibility from Danila Kozlovsky, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Oksana Akinshina. The foundation of Chernobyl: Abyss can be stated simply: A story about a heroic fireman who worked as one of Chernobyl liquidators. Within its 2h 16m running time, Chernobyl: Abyss reveals bo
Aug 103 min read
Anne+
A spoiler light review of Anne+ should begin with tone, because Valerie Bisscheroux understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. Anne+ gains early credibility from Hanna van Vliet, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Jouman Fattal. The foundation of Anne+ can be stated simply: A twenty something lesbian university graduate in Amsterdam prepares to leave for Montreal, meanwhile navigating her social life and writing carreer. Within its 1h 34m running tim
Aug 102 min read
The United States vs. Billie Holiday
A spoiler light review of The United States vs. Billie Holiday should begin with tone, because Lee Daniels understands exactly how this biographical drama ought to feel. The United States vs. Billie Holiday gains early credibility from Andra Day, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Trevante Rhodes. The foundation of The United States vs. Billie Holiday can be stated simply: Follows Holiday during her career as she is targeted by the Federal Department of Nar
Aug 103 min read
Hinterland
A spoiler light review of Hinterland should begin with tone, because Stefan Ruzowitzky understands exactly how this thriller ought to feel. Hinterland gains early credibility from Murathan Muslu, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Liv Lisa Fries. The foundation of Hinterland can be stated simply: When an ex prisoner of the Great War returns home and finds his comrades brutally murdered, he decides to bring the serial killer to justice. Within its 1h 38m run
Aug 103 min read
The Last Son
A spoiler light review of The Last Son should begin with tone, because Tim Sutton understands exactly how this thriller ought to feel. The Last Son gains early credibility from Sam Worthington, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Colson Baker. The foundation of The Last Son can be stated simply: An outlaw attempts to end his evil family line. Within its 1h 36m running time, The Last Son reveals both the benefits and the limits of that disciplined approach.
Aug 103 min read
Seobok
A spoiler light review of Seobok should begin with tone, because Lee Yong ju understands exactly how this action film ought to feel. Seobok gains early credibility from Park Bo gum, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Gong Yoo. The foundation of Seobok can be stated simply: Ex intelligence agent Ki Heon is tasked with safely transporting Seo Bok, the first ever human clone, who holds the secret of eternal life. Within its 1h 54m running time, Seobok reveals
Aug 103 min read
Horror in the High Desert
A spoiler light review of Horror in the High Desert should begin with tone, because Dutch Marich understands exactly how this horror film ought to feel. Horror in the High Desert gains early credibility from Suziey Block, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Eric Mencis. The foundation of Horror in the High Desert can be stated simply: In July 2017, an outdoor enthusiast went missing in northern Nevada. Within its 1h 22m running time, Horror in the High Deser
Aug 103 min read
Birds of Paradise
A spoiler light review of Birds of Paradise should begin with tone, because Sarah Adina Smith understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. Birds of Paradise gains early credibility from Diana Silvers, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Kristine Froseth. The foundation of Birds of Paradise can be stated simply: Two girls at an elite Parisian ballet academy have their bond and bodies tested as they compete for a contract to join the company of the Opéra
Aug 103 min read
Haseen Dillruba
A spoiler light review of Haseen Dillruba should begin with tone, because Vinil Mathew understands exactly how this thriller ought to feel. Haseen Dillruba gains early credibility from Taapsee Pannu, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Vikrant Massey. The foundation of Haseen Dillruba can be stated simply: Under investigation as a suspect in her husband's murder, a wife reveals details of their thorny marriage that seem to only further blur the truth. Within
Aug 102 min read
A Hero
A spoiler light review of A Hero should begin with tone, because Asghar Farhadi understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. A Hero gains early credibility from Amir Jadidi, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Mohsen Tanabandeh. The foundation of A Hero can be stated simply: Rahim is in prison because of a debt he was unable to repay. Within its 2h 7m running time, A Hero reveals both the benefits and the limits of that disciplined approach. Visually,
Aug 103 min read
Sabina: Tortured for Christ - The Nazi Years
A spoiler light review of Sabina: Tortured for Christ The Nazi Years should begin with tone, because John Grooters understands exactly how this biographical drama ought to feel. Sabina: Tortured for Christ The Nazi Years gains early credibility from Raluca Botez, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Emil Mandanac. The foundation of Sabina: Tortured for Christ The Nazi Years can be stated simply: A story of transformation and hope in a time of turmoil and terr
Aug 103 min read
The Man with the Answers
A spoiler light review of The Man with the Answers should begin with tone, because Stelios Kammitsis understands exactly how this romance ought to feel. The Man with the Answers gains early credibility from Vasilis Magouliotis, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Anton Weil. The foundation of The Man with the Answers can be stated simply: A former Greek diving champion and an eccentric German student take an adventurous road trip of rediscovery from Bari to
Aug 103 min read
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