Shawn Peer
Freatured Critic
Shawn Peer is a Toronto-area film critic and pop culture writer based in Vaughan, Ontario. He is a regular contributor to That Shelf and ForReel, where he offers commentary on everything from indie gems to blockbuster hits. Passionate about awards season, Shawn follows the fall and winter festival circuits and major ceremonies with near-religious devotion.Articles by Shawn Peer:
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September 29, 2026
The Love Hypothesis Review: A Familiar Yet Forgettable FormulaThis rom-com does exactly what you expect, but that’s not a bad thing. Lili Reinhart and Tom Bateman make it a cozy couch watch, even if it won’t set the world on fire.
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April 5, 2026
They Will Kill You Review: A Familiar But Bloody Fun TimeEven with its familiarities, Zazie Beetz keeps They Will Kill You alive with its wild energy and over-the-top fun.
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February 26, 2026
Pavane Review: Nothing’s More Complicated Than LovePavane takes viewers through a love story that feels genuine in its ups and downs, showing how hard we must work for the love we want.
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February 22, 2026
Relationship Goals Review: A 90-Minute Book AdvertisementDespite its charismatic leads, Relationship Goals is a surface-level rom-com that exists solely to sell a book.
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December 1, 2025
Eternity ReviewEternity is a hilarious, heartfelt take on the afterlife, with fantastic performances from Miles Teller, Elizabeth Olsen & Callum Turner.
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November 18, 2025
In Your Dreams Review: A Beautiful Concept with Limited ExecutionNetflix’s latest offering never fully taps into the imagination and limitless possibilities of animation.
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November 2, 2025
The Mastermind Review: Kelly Reichardt Steals Your MoneyJosh O’Connor leads a slow, disappointing heist movie in The Mastermind, as Kelly Reichardt’s latest effort falls short.
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October 23, 2025
Stiller & Meara: Nothing Is Lost Review – Remembering a Comedy Power CoupleA personal portrait of the makings of art and culture can be revealing. Looking at the finished product, one can easily assume that everything came together effortlessly. The 2021 documentary The Beatles: Get Back gave us a rare look into the gruelling process behind the making of The Beatles’ 1970 album Let It Be. Despite […]
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October 11, 2025
John Candy: I Like Me Review: A Touching Look at a Canadian TreasureJohn Candy: I Like Me is a heartwarming documentary that explores the life, career, and lasting impact of the beloved Canadian comedian.
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September 10, 2025
Hedda Review: TIFF 2025Tessa Thompson gives a career-best performance in Hedda, a stylish film that puts style over substance.
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September 9, 2025
Sacrifice Review: TIFF 2025Chris Evans has struggled to find his footing since wrapping up his eight-year run as Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Once at the peak of box-office glory, he has since fallen to supporting roles and straight-to-streaming projects. Sacrifice, which stars Evans as Mike Tyler, a movie star still reeling from a public meltdown, […]
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August 23, 2025
Americana Review: Sydney Sweeney’s Star Power Can’t Fix a Broken StoryThere’s something admirable in Americana‘s willingness to take unexpected turns, but those twists ultimately lead to an ending that doesn’t satisfy.
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August 22, 2025
Fixed Review: Naughty, Crude, and ForgettableIt features a great cast and beautiful animation, but Fixed‘s shallow, juvenile script and repetitive humour make it a forgettably disappointing attempt at adult comedy.
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August 8, 2025
The Pickup Review: Star-Power Elevates This Action-Heist ComedyThe Pickup is a straightforward action-heist comedy whose surface-level story is elevated by its lead performances. Although its initial setup is simple, the high-intensity, fast-paced action sequences make the 90-minute runtime fly by.
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