★★★ Well before his half a century run as the leader of Cuba, Fidel Castro was making waves in the United States. He became a hot topic, and everyone wanted him dead before he could perform his speech in front of the United Nations. The Hotel Theresa, which housed Castro during this time, would become … Continue reading Tribeca 2026: Killing Castro
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Tribeca 2026: In Memoriam
★★★ Emmy-winning filmmaker Rob Burnett decided to ask the most important of questions in his surprisingly emotional In Memoriam. What matters more: professional career legacy, or the connections formed with others? Even if the answer is wildly obvious, the journey—and incredible ensemble cast—do most of the heavy lifting along the way. Actor Marc Maron is … Continue reading Tribeca 2026: In Memoriam
Tribeca 2026: Rain Reign
★★★★ A sweet, misunderstood little girl trying to fit in at school could be interpreted as a film festival staple at this point. Two years ago, Jazzy proved me wrong, when I had almost no great drive to see it going in, yet it quietly emerged as one of my favorites of 2024’s Tribeca. Rain … Continue reading Tribeca 2026: Rain Reign
Tribeca 2026: The Long Haul
★★★★ In the moniker constantly bestowed by Bojack Horseman, “Character Actress Margo Martindale” is one seriously underrated actress. From major movies (like Million Dollar Baby and Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story) to striking television pivots (Ryan Murphy’s underrated The Watcher to Emmy-winning The Americans), Martindale can truly do it all. For The Long Haul, … Continue reading Tribeca 2026: The Long Haul
Tribeca 2026: Every Year After
Dipped in nostalgia and cozy lakeside atmosphere, Every Year After could be your newest summer obsession. Adapted from the popular novel, the show fully realizes the cozy town of Barry's Bay. At its core is an aching love story, realized across many years, bolstered by terrific chemistry from our leads. The show leans heavily on … Continue reading Tribeca 2026: Every Year After
Tribeca 2026: That Friend
★★★★ Taking a familiar concept and flipping it on its head helps make a relatable comedy into a hilarious one. Such is the case with debut co-directors and co-writers Will Sterling and Alex Wall, whose side-splitting That Friend adds some much-needed lightness to 2026’s Tribeca lineup. Collecting a wonderful ensemble that includes What We Do … Continue reading Tribeca 2026: That Friend
Tribeca 2026: Breeder
★★★★★ As always, any horror film among the festival lineup is a no-brainer for me. Recently acquired by IFC Films ahead of its festival debut, the simple premise headbutted me into submission: a dog breeder secretly breeds humans, eugenics-style, at her secluded ranch. We love a socially relevant genre flick that feels plucked straight from … Continue reading Tribeca 2026: Breeder
Film Review: Scary Movie
★★★★ The parody movie has become something of a lost art. Once a staple of theaters in the wake of 2000’s Scary Movie, spoof films have completely disappeared from the cultural consciousness. This makes the return of the Scary Movie franchise feel oddly refreshing, like an offensive infection of humor unafraid to go for the … Continue reading Film Review: Scary Movie
Tribeca 2026: Doc Meets World
★★★★ At best, I was a casual fan of Boy Meets World during its tenure on the Disney Channel. As podcasts exploded in popularity over the last decade though, it was impossible to miss the hype behind Pod Meets World. Far beyond a simple show rewatch podcast, this deconstruction of Boy Meets World from front … Continue reading Tribeca 2026: Doc Meets World
Tribeca 2026: The Leader
★★★★★ Many a cult movie has crossed my path over the years, but few have been as brilliantly executed and disturbingly unnerving as The Leader. Writer/director Michael J. Gallagher (Smiley) digs under the surface of caricature to uncover what lies beneath. This passion project dares to inject cutting dark humor into the proceedings that helps … Continue reading Tribeca 2026: The Leader