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The History of Sound Review: It Will Quietly Break Your Heart

by Pat Mullen | September 18, 2025

Paul Mescal and Josh O'Connor star in The History of Sound understated love story that will quietly break your heart.

A tall young man in a grey t-shirt that says Yates in yellow letters walks in a crowd with a shorter young woman wearing an orange tank top and black skirt. A girl beside them wears a quasi-witch outfit and has her hands in the air.

Overcompensating Star Benito Skinner Takes Pride in Freshman Year

by Pat Mullen | May 15, 2025

Overcompensating creator and star Benito Skinner reflects on revisiting his freshman year of college in this refreshing and raunchy coming out series.

The Wedding Banquet Review: A Refreshing Reminder that Anything Goes

by Pat Mullen | April 17, 2025

Bowen Yang, Lily Gladstone, Kelly Marie Tran, and Han Gi-chan star in Andrew Ahn's warm update of Ang Lee's rom com The Wedding Banquet

Andrew Ahn on The Wedding Banquet and Shifting Culture

by Pat Mullen | April 16, 2025

An interview with Andrew Ahn about adapting The Wedding Banquet and shifting culture by queering traditional representations of family.

An Indian man in a sweat hoodie and a white man in a blue jacket kneel and pray on a red carpet in a temple.

A Nice Indian Boy Review: “I Keep India in My Heart”

by Pat Mullen | April 3, 2025

Karan Soni and Jonathan Groff star in A Nice Indian Boy , a delightful romantic comedy that crosses cultures and generational divides.

Queer Review: Burroughs Flick Is a Sweaty, Woozy Odyssey

by Pat Mullen | December 13, 2024

Daniel Craig and Drew Starkey star in Queer , Luca Guadagnino's feverish adaptation of the novel by William S. Burroughs.

Pink Lady Review

by Lida Bach | December 8, 2024

Much like the conflicted couple, Nir Bergman”˜s detached drama never quite dares to break away from toxic traditions and harmful hypocrisy.

Emilia Pérez’s Karla SofÃa Gascón Is in Her Leading Lady Era

by Pat Mullen | December 5, 2024

An interview with Emilia Pérez star Karla SofÃa Gascón on her breakthrough performance as a former drug lord escaping her violent past.

Really Happy Someday: TIFF 2024 Review

by Larry Fried | September 15, 2024

J Stevens' directorial feature debut Really Happy Someday follows a musical theater performer who must reckon with a changing voice one year into taking testosterone.

National Anthem Review: A Refreshingly Unique Queer Coming-of-Age Story

by Mel Valentin | July 19, 2024

Luke Gilford's impressive first feature National Anthem takes audiences inside the world of queer rodeos.

I Don’t Know Who You Are Review: Queer Toronto Real and Raw

by Pat Mullen | April 25, 2024

Mark Clennon's extraordinary performance drives every frame of M.H. Murrary's tense feature debut I Don't Know Who You Are .

Femme Review: Revenge Thriller Dances on the Edge

by Pat Mullen | March 29, 2024

With powerhouse performances by Nathan Stewart-Jarrett and George MacKay, Femme is a fearless, edgy, and subversive take on the revenge thriller.

How The Queen of My Dreams Brings Canadian Film Forward

by Pat Mullen | March 24, 2024

An interview with The Queen of My Dreams director/writer Fawzia Mirza and star Hamza Haq about two national cinemas having their own moments.

Problemista Review: To Slay the Dragon

by Pat Mullen | March 22, 2024

Julio Torres and Tilda Swinton star in Problemista , a zany farce about the fallibility of the American dream.

Queen Tut Review: It Serves a Royally Wholesome Story

by Kate MacDonald | February 20, 2024

Queen Tut , starring Alexandra Billings, skillfully threads the needle between comedy and drama with a wholesome exploration of identity.

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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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ENTER FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN TICKETS TO SEE #THESOCIALRECKONING! Inspired by true events and the whistleblower who started the social media reckoning we’re seeing play out today, this Aaron Sorkin original screenplay is a companion piece to the hit film The Social Network and a true David and Goliath story. Frances Haugen (Madison), a young Facebook engineer, enlists the help of Jeff Horwitz (White), a Wall Street Journal reporter, to go on a dangerous journey that ends up blowing the whistle on the social network’s most guarded secrets. Follow the instructions below, and you'll be entered to win tickets to see the film when it hits theatres on October 9th, courtesy of @sonypictures, @thetarogroup and That Shelf! 📱 Follow That Shelf, 📱 Like this post, 📱 Tell us your favourite based-on-a-true-story movie, and, 📱 Tag the friend you'll bring with you to the movie! @TheSocialReckoning debuts exclusively in movie theatres on October 9, 2026. Giveaway closes on October 7 at 11:59 ET. Open to Canadian residents only. One entry per person. #giveaway #canadacontest #movietickets
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