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Sundance 2021: One for the Road Review

by Victor Stiff | February 1, 2021

One for the Road is a thoughtful and earnest road trip movie that takes viewers on a rocky, though satisfying, journey.

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Sundance 2021: In The Earth Review

by Rachel West | January 30, 2021

Ben Wheatley makes the most out of his minimalist thriller filmed during the pandemic.

Alive After Death: John Carpenter Drops Stunning New Music Video

by Victor Stiff | January 8, 2021

Legendary filmmaker John Carpenter drops the stunning animated music video Alive After Death in advance of his upcoming album.

Whistler Film Festival Announces Content Summit Lineup and First Wave of Industry Guests

by Victor Stiff | November 5, 2020

Canada's coolest festival, WFF 2020, announces its Content Summit Lineup and First Wave of Industry Guests.

DC FanDome Trailer: The Fandom Celebration of the Summer

by Victor Stiff | August 5, 2020

August's 24-Hour DC FanDome event will provide fans with the latest news on hot titles like The Batman, The Suicide Squad, and Justice League's Snyder Cut.

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Shudder: What to Watch – August 2020

by Victor Stiff | July 29, 2020

Shudder's August line-up features a shot-in-quarantine Zoom-séance flick, an ultra-violent comic book adaptation, and a classic J-horror series.

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Lavazza Drive-In Film Festival Line-up

by Victor Stiff | July 14, 2020

The Lavazza Drive-In Film Festival kicks off on July 20th with the Canadian premiere of Sergio Navarretta's The Cuban.

The Old Guard Review: The Comic Book Movie 2020 Needs Right Now

by Victor Stiff | July 8, 2020

Netflix's gritty new action flick The Old Guard features thrilling fight sequences, sophisticated themes, and a badass Charlize Theron performance.

The Kissing Booth 2 Trailer: Pucker up, the Booth is Open for Business

by Victor Stiff | July 6, 2020

In The Kissing Booth 2, Elle starts to question her relationship with Noah while he's away at college, and she's drawn to a handsome new classmate.

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Shudder: What to Watch – July 2020

by Victor Stiff | June 29, 2020

Shudder's summer programming features loads of dead campers, a maniac cop, and an evil death cult.

Homemade Trailer: Netflix’s Coronavirus-era Short Film Anthology Drops next Week

by Victor Stiff | June 23, 2020

Netflix's coronavirus-era anthology film Homemade features shorts by Pablo LarraÃn, Gurinder Chadha, and Kristen Stewart.

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TIFF This Week: Special Conversation on Policing Black Lives & Juneteenth Screening

by Victor Stiff | June 16, 2020

TIFF will host a special conversation on policing black lives on Tuesday and hold a Juneteenth screening and Q&A for Widows on Friday

Scare Package Review: Special Delivery or Return to Sender?

by Victor Stiff | June 13, 2020

Scare Package is a tongue-in-cheek homage to the horror movie genre and its tired tropes.

Da 5 Bloods Review: What’s Happening Brother?

by Victor Stiff | June 12, 2020

Da 5 Bloods is about five black men who risk their lives and burden their souls fighting for a country that doesn't love them back. What's more American than that?

Her Effortless Brilliance: A Celebration of Lynn Shelton to Air Tonight on YouTube

by Victor Stiff | June 10, 2020

Her Effortless Brilliance: A Celebration of Lynn Shelton through film and music airs tonight on YouTube.

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With just 34 days before reporting to federal prison, Elizabeth Holmes invites filmmakers Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim into her home for an unrestricted look at her life. What begins as an offer of complete access becomes an unsettling exploration of truth, performance, and the difficulty of knowing who someone really is. Balancing uncomfortable humour with a fascinating sense of ambiguity, the documentary refuses to offer easy answers about Holmes or her carefully constructed public image. Through intimate cinematography, intricate editing, and Fielder’s signature awkwardness, it challenges audiences to question what they’re seeing, making for an ambitious, thought-provoking film that lingers long after it ends. 📝 Full review by Lyle Kruger now up on That Shelf (and at the link in our bio).
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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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