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VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week
Josh Bell

VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week

Sep 27th, 2022
Our mini-reviews of 'Two Witches,' 'Ten Tricks,' 'The Wild Man,' and more new direct-to-VOD fare.
Review: <i>Don't Worry Darling</i>
Abby Olcese

Review: Don't Worry Darling

Sep 22nd, 2022
Olivia Wilde's MUCH-discussed psychological drama may not have justified the festival hubbub, but it's still worth checking out.
Review: <i>The Woman King</i>
Kimber Myers

Review: The Woman King

Sep 15th, 2022
Gina Prince-Bythewood’s latest has all the hallmarks of a franchise blockbuster — kickass action, fist-pumping triumphs, a rousing score, etc....
Review: <i>Pearl</i>
Jason Bailey

Review: Pearl

Sep 15th, 2022
Ti West’s ‘X’ prequel is a very different film from its predecessor – and, thanks to the tour de force performance at its center, it may be a...
VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week
Josh Bell

VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week

Sep 13th, 2022
In this week’s minor VOD releases, couples deal with challenges over religious differences, estranged relatives, and alternate dimensions, while...
<i>Out of the Blue</i> and <i>House of Darkness</i> Are No Comeback for Neil LaBute
Josh Bell

Out of the Blue and House of Darkness Are No Comeback for Neil LaBute

Sep 6th, 2022
The controversial writer/director's dual return to feature filmmaking is a pale reflection of his former ferocity.
VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week
Josh Bell

VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week

Aug 30th, 2022
Our mini-reviews of ‘Maneater,’ ‘The Book of Delights,’ ‘Adieu Godard,’ and more of the newest direct-to-VOD fare:
Review: <i>Breaking</i>
Craig Lindsey

Review: Breaking

Aug 25th, 2022
This contemporary take on 'Dog Day Afternoon' is well-acted, well-executed, and morally complicated.
Review: <i>Three Thousand Years of Longing</i>
Jason Bailey

Review: Three Thousand Years of Longing

Aug 25th, 2022
The new George Miller feature is a little messy, sure. But as a demonstration of sheer filmmaking craft, it's hard to beat.
Review: <i>Beast</i>
Kimber Myers

Review: Beast

Aug 18th, 2022
Baltasar Kormákur's latest delivers on its “Idris Elba vs. a lion” premise, with the actor nicely elevating the sleek survival thriller.
Review: <i>Spin Me Round</i>
Abby Olcese

Review: Spin Me Round

Aug 18th, 2022
The latest from filmmaking-writing-acting team Jeff Baena and Alison Brie boasts juicy performances but a sour tone.
Review: <i>Emily the Criminal</i>
Jason Bailey

Review: Emily the Criminal

Aug 11th, 2022
Aubrey Plaza plays it straight in this compelling and effective crime thriller – and comes up with her best performance to date.
Review: <i>Summering</i>
Kimber Myers

Review: Summering

Aug 11th, 2022
James Ponsoldt's latest is basically a gender-swapped 'Stand by Me', but it lacks everything that makes a good coming-of-age drama.
VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week
Josh Bell

VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week

Aug 9th, 2022
Our mini-reviews of ‘Canvas,’ ‘Tin Can,’ ‘My Favorite Girlfriend,’ and more new straight-to-VOD fare.
Review: <i>Prey</i>
Abby Olcese

Review: Prey

Aug 4th, 2022
Over the course of two movies and a handful of TV episodes, Dan Trachtenberg has demonstrated he’s a sure hand at delivering lean, genre-heavy...
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