★★★★ A queer horror slasher scratches a kind of niche itch that, when executed well, makes for a memorably perfect burst of cinema. Slay, not to be confused with 2024's vampire drag queen romp, fits this bill immaculately. A gloriously ridiculous horror comedy is just what the doctor ordered, especially given its campy send-up that … Continue reading Brooklyn Horror 2026: Slay
TV Review: The Franchise
Filming a movie in general takes a committed team and a clear-cut vision to execute what has been written on the page. A franchise installment is another beast entirely, especially one as part of a larger cinematic universe. At its best, new HBO series The Franchise emulates short-lived Reboot in its approach to the ridiculousness … Continue reading TV Review: The Franchise
Film Review: We Broke Up
★★★ Does it get more awkward than pretending to be together for the greater good? Romantic comedy We Broke Up, hailing from writer/director Jeff Rosenberg and co-writer Laura Jacqmin, makes the case for some semblance of originality in the well-worn waters of the genre. Lori (Aya Cash) and Doug (William Jackson Harper) have called it … Continue reading Film Review: We Broke Up