★★ Led by a surprisingly vulnerable turn from Richard Gere, acclaimed writer/director Paul Schrader (Taxi Driver, Raging Bull) returns for his newest feature. A meandering exploration of memory and the on-camera deterioration of its lead character, Oh, Canada tries its hand at complexity, but comes across rather pretentious instead. Schrader's drama on purely a visual … Continue reading Film Review: Oh, Canada
Film Review: Longing
(Written by Intern, Sean Barry) ★ Longing, Savi Gabizon’s remake of his own 2017 film, is unable to reach the emotional depths it aims to achieve. Plagued with script errors and bizarre character choices, one wonders what an audience should feel by the end. People disappear for long stretches of time, and mostly everyone seems … Continue reading Film Review: Longing
Film Review: Maybe I Do
★★★★ I must admit that despite a stellar cast, I had pretty low expectations when sitting down to watch Maybe I Do. Perhaps it was the odd premise or the fact that it’s being dumped straight to VOD. However, my fears were unfounded, and Maybe I Do is actually an adorable, fun time at home. … Continue reading Film Review: Maybe I Do