Sarah Gopaul

Sarah Gopaul

Featured Critic
Sarah Gopaul is a Rotten Tomatoes Tomatometer-approved critic and member of the Online Film Critics Society who was captivated by cinema the moment 12 Angry Men opened her pre-teen eyes to its power. Instead of stepping behind the camera, she found her voice through writing, honing her skills with degrees in Journalism and Film Studies to master the art of the critical take.

With nearly two decades of experience, previously serving as Editor-in-Chief of Popjournalism and Film Editor at Digital Journal, Sarah has a long history of sharing her insights on movies and home entertainment. Now a freelance critic, she's dedicated to telling you what's worth seeing (and what's not!).

Watching everything from blockbusters to indie gems, her true love is horror — a genre so dear to her heart that it launched her Funko Pop collection in 2015, culminating in her induction into the Funko Hall of Fame in 2022.

When she's not immersed in a dark theatre or spooky film, Sarah's probably rock climbing or braving the crowds at fan conventions like San Diego Comic-Con. You can find more of Sarah's writing and commentary on film, media and culture at her site, Imagery at the Movies.

Articles by Sarah Gopaul:


  • A scene from the stop-motion animated film, 'Junk World'
    September 11, 2025
    Junk World Review: TIFF 2025

    Junk World is a striking stop-animation prequel that time travels through a post-apocalyptic world populated by genetic mutations.

  • A scene from 'The Blue Trail'
    September 11, 2025
    The Blue Trail Review: TIFF 2025

    The Blue Trail follows a woman who defies the government’s definition of elderly and challenges their new regulations.

  • A scene from 'Mama'
    September 11, 2025
    Mama Review: TIFF 2025

    Mama is the sharp portrayal of a woman suddenly struck by the impact working abroad has on her role as matriarch.

  • A scene from 'Exit 8'
    September 10, 2025
    Exit 8 Review: TIFF 2025

    Exit 8 adapts a minimalist video game for the big screen, creating an emotionally complex narrative for the main player.

  • A scene from 'Out Standing'
    September 9, 2025
    Out Standing Review: TIFF 2025

    ‘Out Standing’ follows the real-life trials of Canada’s first woman infantry member, highlighting the sexism she experienced at every step.

  • A scene from the documentary, 'Flana'
    September 9, 2025
    Flana Review: TIFF 2025

    Flana explores the disproportionate disappearance of women and girls in Iraq through the lens of personal experiences.

  • Samir Guesmi stars in the Canadian drama, 'The Cost of Heaven'
    September 9, 2025
    The Cost of Heaven Review: TIFF 2025

    ‘The Cost of Heaven’ follows one man’s attempts to achieve his dreams of a better a life, even though the one he has is already enviable.

  • Huma Qureshi stars in the crime drama, 'Bayaan'
    September 6, 2025
    Bayaan Review: TIFF 2025

    Bayaan begins with a rape that exposes the dangers of fanaticism and everyone’s willingness to turn a blind eye to the truth.

  • Hamlet
    September 6, 2025
    Hamlet Review: TIFF 2025

    Hamlet is a contemporary production of Shakespeare’s play, updating the setting to modern-day England, but not the dialogue.

  • Masaki Saito in 'Still Single'
    September 5, 2025
    Still Single Review: TIFF 2025

    Still Single chronicles the hectic lifestyle of Canada’s only two-Michelin-star chef, adding another face to the stereotypes that surround culinary genius.