fantasy
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is the latest adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved fantasy world, but can anything match Peter Jackson's original trilogy?
Monster Hunter Review: Nonstop Mayhem
Monster Hunter sees two battle-tested warriors stranded in a deadly world inhabited by giant monsters
THE HOBBIT 4K UHD Blu-ray Review & Retrospective
Here's our in-depth look at the technology, the limitations and frustrations, and the wonderful moments that make up the The Hobbit on 4K Blu-ray release!
Shelf Pick: Girl With No Mouth
Can Evrenol’s latest film, Girl With No Mouth, is “A grim post-apocalyptic tale for the whole family.”
TIFF 2020: The Water Man Review
David Oyelowo’s directorial debut The Water Man tells a heartfelt mythical tale about facing our worst fears.
Cursed Interview: Showrunner Tom Wheeler On Inclusive Casting, Frank Miller & Katherine Langford’s Kick-ass Role
That Shelf spoke with Cursed showrunner Tom Wheeler about the show’s inclusive casting, collaborating with Frank Miller, and Katherine Langford’s kick-ass role.
Cursed Trailer: Is This the Successor to Game of Thrones?
Netflix’s latest Cursed trailer shows off an action-packed reimagining of the classic Arthurian legend.
Blood Machines’ Mind-melting Trailer Must Be Seen to Be Believed
Blood Machines is a neon-drenched love-letter to corny ‘80s sci-fi and horror B movies, backed by a scintillating Carpenter-esque score.
“Game of Thrones”: A Retrospective One Year Later
A look back at the highs and lows of HBO's landmark series in terms of story and character.
His Dark Materials Season 1 Episode 3 Review: The Spies
His Dark Materials’ third episode, The Spies, takes the audience deeper into the novel’s rich mythology.
His Dark Materials Episode 1.01 Review: “Lyra’s Jordan”
The HBO and BBC adaptation of His Dark Materials, known better in North America as The Golden Compass series, is the second major screen adaptation effort after the disastrously reviewed film in 2007. Does the first episode get right what the movie version didn't?
The Lighthouse Review: A Worthy Follow-up to The Witch
The Lighthouse's director, Robert Eggers, delivers a masterful descent into the macabre.
TADFF 2019: Paradise Hills Review
Paradise Hills tells a dark fantasy/sci-fi tale about a mysterious school that transforms rebellious young girls into compliant young women.
Robert Eggers’ The Lighthouse Stuns with Brand New Trailer
A new trailer for Robert Eggers' The Lighthouse – starring Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe – is now online.
TIFF 2019: The Lighthouse Review
TIFF 2019: The Lighthouse Review: A masterful descent into the macabre.