‘Interstellar’ takes The McConaissance into space, and we’re all better for it. Mathew McConaughey stars alongside Anne Hathaway in Christopher Nolan’s latest film.
Dan Gilroy Loses His Footing In Dark Directorial Debut ‘Nightcrawler’
The thriller ‘Nightcrawler,’ starring Jake Gyllenhaal, struggles to bring its themes fully to light.
Chazelle’s Drama ‘Whiplash’ Throws Genre Conventions Into Upset
Actor Miles Teller affirms his star status with his role as a drum prodigy in the groundbreaking film, ‘Whiplash.’
Michael Keaton’s ‘Birdman’ Offers Off-Color Take On Superhero Genre
Keaton, Stone, and Galifianakis deliver strong performances in Inarritu’s high concept, self-aware statement on the superhero genre, ‘Birdman.’
Brad Pitt Tanks In Latest World War II Film ‘Fury’
David Ayer’s ‘Fury’ falls into the conventions of all war films before it—with nothing new to contribute.
Bill Murray Stars In Humorously Heartwarming ‘St. Vincent’
With Bill Murray as the babysitter and Melissa McCarthy as the mom, ‘St. Vincent’ is all about the delightfully unexpected.
‘The Book Of Life’ Is Better Left On The Shelf
Jorge Gutierrez’s film has beautiful animation, but not much else to offer.
Kevin Smith Takes A Stab At Horror Satire With ‘Tusk’
Kevin Smith’s ‘Tusk’ parodies the horror genre and offers social commentary through its absurdity.
Even With Denzel, ‘The Equalizer’ Doesn’t Add Up
Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and actress Chloe Grace Mortez struggle to bring the flat characters of ‘The Equalizer’ to life.
Kristen Wiig And Bill Hader Play It Serious In ‘Skeleton Twins’
Director Craig Johnson treads the line between grotesque and light comedy in ‘The Skeleton Twins.’