Beyond Utopia Review: A Jaw-Dropping Documentary About Escape From North Korea [Sundance]
This is a harrowing but vital viewing experience.
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You People Review: A Modern Culture Clash And A Mildly Charming Romantic Comedy
You People has a number of solid if familiar-seeming comic setups.
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My Animal Review: A Queer Werewolf Tale With Style To Spare [Sundance]
My Animal is plenty stylish, but its script is lacking.
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Rye Lane Review: This Winsome Comedy Is Like A Sillier, Funnier Version Of Before Sunrise [Sundance]
Here's the funniest movie of 2023 so far.
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Landscape With Invisible Hand: A Strange Sci-Fi Story With Too Many Loose Threads [Sundance]
Landscape With Invisible Hand has some good ideas that neve quite come together.
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Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie Review: The Beloved Actor Gets An Uplifting, Entertaining And Truly Cinematic Documentary [Sundance]
The Back to the Future star gets an uplifting doc about his life and career, ranging from his quick rise to fame to his debilitating Parkinson's disease.
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Cassandro Review: Gael García Bernal Flies High In This Luchador Biopic [Sundance]
García Bernal appears to have done nearly all of his own stunts, and the results are impressive.
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MAMACRUZ Review: A Late In Life Coming-Of-Age Film With A Dynamite Lead Performance [Sundance]
This is a quiet, reserved, and observational film.
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Shotgun Wedding Review: Jennifer Lopez's New Movie Has A Novel Setup, With Mediocre Execution
A comedy with too few laughs.
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The Amazing Maurice Review: A Sinister Villain Elevates This Humdrum Kid's Flick [Sundance]
A harmless, forgettable family film.
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Mutt Review: Slice Of Life Dramedy Offers Refreshing Look At Modern Trans Life [Sundance]
Mutt proves the importance of showcasing nuanced and multi-faceted depictions of trans life in a fun, breezy package.
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The Outwaters Review: A Cosmic Horror Hellmouth Dying To Swallow You Whole
Sublime cosmic horror.
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Fancy Dance Review: A Post-Colonial Tale Of Community, Love, & Perseverance [Sundance]
The sensitive matter in Fancy Dance is handled with remarkable precision and brutal honesty.
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You Hurt My Feelings Review: A Funny Film About Being Honest (And Not-So-Honest) With Others And Yourself [Sundance]
We need more movies like this.
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Flora And Son Review: Sing Street's John Carney Returns With A New Music-Filled Dramedy [Sundance]
Eve Hewson and Joseph Gordon-Levitt sing their hearts out in this delightful Irish dramedy.
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Past Lives Review: Celine Song's Achingly Beautiful, Contemplative Drama Is A Must-See [Sundance]
Past Lives is destined to be one of the best movies of 2023.
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The Disappearance Of Shere Hite Review: An Enlightening Documentary On A Foundational Feminist Figure [Sundance]
The greatest strength of The Disappearance of Shere Hite is its poignant sense of hope.
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Polite Society Review: An Aspiring Stuntwoman Tries To Sabotage Her Sister's Wedding In This Crowd-Pleasing Comedy [Sundance]
This is one of the most fun movies of 2023 so far.
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Bad Press Review: The Distinctly Native American Documentary Delivers On All Fronts [Sundance]
It educates. It entertains. It empowers. What more could you want?
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Girl Review: A Sensitive, Striking Exploration Of Trauma [Sundance]
Girl explores the weight of trauma with care and respect.
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Young. Wild. Free. Review: A Powerhouse Coming-Of-Age Debut [Sundance]
Watch out world: a major new filmmaker has arrived.
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Is There Anybody Out There Review: A Deeply Personal Story Of Disability, Identity, And Self-Love [Sundance]
Ultimately, this is Glendining's story, and she has a right to tell it however she damn well pleases.
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Fair Play Review: A Couple Experiences Shifting Power Dynamics In This High-Stakes Thriller [Sundance]
This one will have people talking.
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Eileen Review: Anne Hathaway Lights The Screen On Fire In This Surprising Stunner [Sundance]
Eileen will likely be one of the best movies of the year. Put it on your radar now.
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Infinity Pool Review: Brandon Cronenberg's Latest Is A Depraved, Debauched Nightmare Vacation Into Hell [Sundance]
Brandon Cronenberg's latest is another journey into a world where depravity reigns supreme.
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Talk To Me Review: Australian Teens Summon Angry Ghosts In This Evil Dead-Like Horror Flick [Sundance]
If someone asks if you want to summon some ghosts for fun, say no.
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