Review: Ari Aster’s new film bares mommy issues

By Matt Minton, Co Life and Culture Editor • May 2, 2023

“Beau is Afraid” is going to lose him some fans, but the kind of filmmaker that’s willing to take those kinds of risks should be celebrated.

Review: Humor and reflection drives Beastie Boys documentary

By Elijah de Castro • June 4, 2020

Spike Jonze, who directed the sci-fi romance film "Her," brings his experimental filmmaking technique to "Beastie Boys Story."

Review: DC offers a gritty look at the Clown Prince of Crime

By Antonio Ferme • October 22, 2019

In 2008, Christopher Nolan’s “The Dark Knight” changed the comic book movie genre forever. The film won many awards, most notably an Academy Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role awarded posthumously...

Review: Joaquin Phoenix’s tortured protagonist packs a punch

By Michael Friedman, Staff Writer • May 1, 2018

Since Travis Bickle from Martin Scorsese's “Taxi Driver,” rarely have there been protagonists like the tortured Joe (Joaquin Phoenix).