Colin Biggs, Author at That Shelf

Colin Biggs

Featured Critic

In addition to ThatShelf, Colin Biggs' bylines appear in Birth.Movies.Death, Little White Lies, Film School Rejects, ScreenCrush, and formerly at Movie Mezzanine. He is also a member of the Las Vegas Film Critics Society, and is more than likely in line for a movie right now.

Articles by Colin Biggs:

August 22, 2025
Honey Don’t Review: A Madcap Misfire
Honey Don’t! fires on more cylinders than Drive-Away Dolls, but it’s still not quite like other classic Coen films.

August 20, 2025
Relay Review: Thrilling Throwback Fun
David Mackenzie’s Relay is a throwback of sorts. Not quite the thrillers of the 1970s, like his film Hell or High Water, but closer to the renaissance the genre received in the early aughts, like Cellular and Red Eye.

August 14, 2025
Boys Go to Jupiter Review: A Hidden Gem
Boys Go to Jupiter is an offbeat animated reminder that we need to be able to turn off sometimes.

July 28, 2025
Together Review: You Won’t Be Able to Tear Yourself Away
You won’t be able to tear yourself away from Alison Brie and Dave Franco in Together .

July 26, 2025
Let’s Talk About the Ending of Eddington
Eddington ‘s first two acts are pure satire about poor behaviour during the pandemic. But the film’s third act raises the stakes considerably.

June 20, 2025
His Father’s Son Review: A Culinary and Cinematic Delight
His Father’s Son plates something simple and understated, but by investing the audience in the ensemble, the film feels richer for it.

June 5, 2025
The Ritual Review: A Ghastly Failure
With Al Pacino and Dan Stevens onboard, The Ritual should be a campy good time. At least the film has the decency of being only 98 minutes long.

May 9, 2025
Clown in a Cornfield Review: Get Ready for Frendo
The adaptation of Adam Cesare’s YA novel is just the right blend of old-school throwback and modern slasher. Bring on Frendo sequels!

May 1, 2025
The Surfer Review: Nicolas Cage Loses His Mind Down Under
There’s a rich tradition of films where men go to Australia and lose their minds, but none of those films have Nicolas Cage.

March 20, 2025
The Alto Knights Review: Two DeNiros Aren’t Better than One
The history of Costello and Genovese and the collapse of the mafia is truly fascinating. One wonders why The Alto Knights feels so placid.

March 14, 2025
Novocaine Review
Jack Quaid and Amber Midthunder are stellar in Novocaine, but less enthusiastic gorehounds might want to cover their eyes.

February 27, 2025
Last Breath Review: A Heart-Pounding Dive
With the added benefit of a full studio budget behind it, deep sea drama Last Breath , starring Simu Liu and Woody Harrelson, is just as exhilarating as the 2019 documentary.

January 24, 2025
Flight Risk Review: The First Bomb of 2025
Dodgy CGI, a bad script, and a bored director. Wahlberg in full-on scenery-chewing mode is the only thing Flight Risk has going for it.

November 19, 2024
The Line Review
Alex Wolff delivers a compelling performance in Ethan Berger’s feature directorial debut, The Line.

November 15, 2024
Red One Review: Not So Jingle Bell Rock
Starring and produced by Dwayne Johnson, this new feature wants to be a new holiday classic but belongs on the naughty list.

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Rest in peace, Tom Skerritt (1933–2026). A familiar and commanding presence on screen for more than six decades, Skerritt built a remarkable career across film and television, bringing a quiet authority and understated humanity to every role. From Captain Dallas in Alien and Viper in Top Gun to his performances in MASH*, The Turning Point, Steel Magnolias, and A River Runs Through It, he became part of some of cinema’s most enduring stories. On television, he earned an Emmy Award for his portrayal of Sheriff Jimmy Brock in Picket Fences, a role that showcased his ability to balance strength, warmth, and humour. Whether playing a military commander, a father, or a small-town sheriff, Skerritt had a way of making his characters feel grounded and real. With a career spanning generations and more than 170 film and television credits, he leaves behind a body of work that will continue to find new audiences. Thank you for the performances and the lasting mark you left on cinema.
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Street Fighter brings the iconic video game franchise back to the big screen, following estranged brothers Ryu and Ken as they reunite for the World Warrior Tournament. But with M. Bison plotting to harness the fighters’ power for his own sinister purposes, the competition soon becomes a battle for the fate of the world. Packed with spectacular fight sequences, nostalgic references, and a soundtrack that takes audiences straight back to the ’90s, the film delivers a major upgrade over its predecessor. With a perfectly matched cast, genuinely funny dialogue, and faithful recreations of the game’s signature moves, it balances fan service with entertaining action that newcomers can enjoy, too. 📝 Full review by Sarah Gopaul now up on That Shelf (and at the link in our bio).
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Whalefall follows Jay Gardiner, a young scuba diver who finds himself trapped inside a sperm whale and facing an increasingly desperate fight for survival. But as he struggles to escape before his oxygen runs out, the experience also forces him to confront unresolved grief and his complicated relationship with his late father. Led by Austin Abrams, the film delivers an intense underwater survival thriller with impressive technical work and a convincing sense of claustrophobia. However, its exploration of grief and family trauma struggles to match the tension of its central premise, relying on familiar character arcs and heavy-handed emotional beats that leave its themes feeling muddled. 📝 Full review by Mel Valentin now up on That Shelf (and at the link in our bio).
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What does it mean to see and hear yourself represented on screen? In his feature directorial debut, California Schemin’, James McAvoy tells the true story of Scottish rappers Silibil N’ Brains, who found success by pretending to be American. In this interview with That Shelf, McAvoy discusses the importance of staying true to the Scottish identity at the heart of the film, bringing the duo’s story to life, and why everyone deserves to see their own experiences reflected in cinema. 📝 Full interview by Pat Mullen now up on That Shelf (and at the link in our bio).
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The Social Reckoning revisits the world of Facebook, following data scientist Frances Haugen and Wall Street Journal journalist Jeff Horwitz as they investigate the company’s role in spreading harmful content and radicalizing users. Set between 2019 and 2021, the film examines the consequences of prioritizing profit over people in the social media industry. Despite tackling an urgent and relevant subject, Aaron Sorkin’s follow-up struggles to offer fresh insights into the damage caused by social media. While the story raises important questions about corporate responsibility and the power of technology, underdeveloped characters, an awkward central relationship, and uninspired direction prevent the film from reaching its full potential. 📝 Full review by Mel Valentin now up on That Shelf (and at the link in our bio).
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Six seasons into Slow Horses, Gary Oldman continues to find new layers in Jackson Lamb, the sharp-tongued, dishevelled spy at the centre of the series. In conversation with That Shelf at TIFF, Oldman reflects on playing Lamb over multiple seasons, the character’s history and hidden vulnerabilities, and the parallels between Lamb and another of his iconic spies, George Smiley. He also shares how adapting Mick Herron’s novels allows him to keep discovering new details about a character who carries years of history and baggage. 📝 Full interview by Pat Mullen now up on That Shelf (and at the link in our bio).
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Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother follows Latif, a devout Muslim and hitman whose life takes a turn after his wife’s death leaves him caring for their three children. With his infant refusing formula and their supply of breast milk running out, Latif must navigate a dangerous world of crime and violence while trying to provide for his family. Mahershala Ali delivers an extraordinary performance in this striking blend of crime thriller, dark comedy, and religious parable. Bassam Tariq explores faith, fatherhood, hypocrisy, and forgiveness without losing sight of the tenderness at the film’s heart. Despite some uneven pacing near the end, it’s a bold, moving, and unforgettable film that stands apart from anything else this year. 📝 Full review by Lyle Kruger now up on That Shelf (and at the link in our bio).
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Eva Marie Saint, one of the last silver-screen icons, has passed away at 102. She burst onto the scene with a magnificent supporting role opposite Marlon Brando in On the Waterfront — a role that earned her a Best Supporting Actress Oscar. She went on to memorable parts in North by Northwest, Raintree Country, The Man in the Gray Flannel Suit, Summer and Smoke, Exodus, and The Rainmaker. Her more recent roles included parts in Winter's Tale, Because of Winn-Dixie, and Superman Returns. Originally from Newark, she auditioned for Elia Kazan and was accepted into the Actors Studio, becoming one of a new generation of strong, method actors. One of the last of her Hollywood generation, she leaves us with an impressive career and legacy of over 6 decades! RIP.
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ENTER FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN TICKETS TO SEE #THESOCIALRECKONING! Inspired by true events and the whistleblower who started the social media reckoning we’re seeing play out today, this Aaron Sorkin original screenplay is a companion piece to the hit film The Social Network and a true David and Goliath story. Frances Haugen (Madison), a young Facebook engineer, enlists the help of Jeff Horwitz (White), a Wall Street Journal reporter, to go on a dangerous journey that ends up blowing the whistle on the social network’s most guarded secrets. Follow the instructions below, and you'll be entered to win tickets to see the film when it hits theatres on October 9th, courtesy of @sonypictures, @thetarogroup and That Shelf! 📱 Follow That Shelf, 📱 Like this post, 📱 Tell us your favourite based-on-a-true-story movie, and, 📱 Tag the friend you'll bring with you to the movie! @TheSocialReckoning debuts exclusively in movie theatres on October 9, 2026. Giveaway closes on October 7 at 11:59 ET. Open to Canadian residents only. One entry per person. #giveaway #canadacontest #movietickets
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