Eddie Huang’s feature film debut Boogie looks at basketball, identity, and the Asian American struggle.
Record Review: Bob Dylan’s Desire on Mobile Fidelity’s Supervinyl
That Shelf Managing Editor – and resident audiophile – Jason Gorber reviews Bob Dylan's Desire on Mobile Fidelity's Super Vinyl. Is it worth picking up?
Raya and the Last Dragon Review: A Heartfelt Action-packed Epic
Disney’s thrilling new animated adventure Raya and the Last Dragon features a kick-ass hero, dazzling visuals, and a touching message.
The Sinners Review: Reaching But Not Grasping
With a large cast, plenty of intersecting storylines, and a heavy dose of religious motifs, The Sinners is a lot to take on for any first feature film. Director and co-writer Courtney Paige does her best to spin all of this into a high school thriller à la Agatha Christie, however the overall experience of […]
Chaos Walking Review: Wannabe Series Starter Delivers Mixed Results
Doug Liman’s wannabe series starter, starring Tom Holland and Daisy Ridley, delivers decidedly mixed results.
Lucky Review: An Edgy Feminist Slasher
Writer-star Brea Grant turns the everyday misogyny and sexism women face into a slasher horror in Lucky.
The World to Come Review: A Quiet Passion
Further proof that Vanessa Kirby is one of the most exciting actresses of her generation.
The United States vs. Billie Holiday Review: Lady Day
Andra Day is sensationally good as singer Billie Holiday.
Soul Review: Poignant Life Lessons Wrapped in Stunning, Metaphysical Visuals
Soul gives Pixar yet another rousing success and reminds us of everything we’ve missed and hope to regain.
The Mauritanian Review: A Guantanamo Story
A solid Guantanamo thriller starring Tahar Rahim, Jodie Foster, and Shailene Woodley.
Crisis Review: Opioid Thriller Looks Beyond the Stats
Gary Oldman, Armie Hammer, and Evangeline Lilly star in Opioid crisis thriller.
Collective Review: The Power of Journalism
Alexander Nanau's searing and sickening look at Romania's healthcare system in the wake of the 2015 Colectiv nightclub fire that left 64 dead.
Minari Review: A Deft, Engaging Family Drama
Steve Yuen gives a career-best performance as a struggling Korean-American farmer in Lee Isaac Chung's Minari.
Bacurau Review
Bacurau breathlessly hammers home the quintessential burning question: who exactly are the real ‘savages’ here?
Slamdance 2021: No Trace Review
The latest from Quebecois auteur (or "Auteur") Simon Lavoie.