Left-Handed Girl is a pure delight as Nina Ye really shines in this story of three generations of women and their journey of self- growth that is also visually stylish and walks the line perfectly between humor and drama, that adds up to one of the sweetest movies you will see this year

Rosemead does a great job of never passing judgement with this tragic true story , as it instead adds context and packs in a lot for its 97 minute run time, and while Liu is fantastic , sometimes the story feels uneven, but even with that, it’s one that needs to be heard .

I really liked what Armand was doing for the most part , as Renate Reinsve continues to show her greatness , and while the movie is tense and thought -provoking , but things get off tack a few times , and ultimately hold Armand from being truly great

The good news is, that Zootopia 2 has the spirt of the first movie and it stays true to what made the first one so loved , with its clever and heartfelt story , that is a feast for the eyes, and when you add the perfect cast , you get a worthy sequel that is fun for all

Went to the movies tonight and man this place is a zoo #nowwatching

Arco has absolutely stunning animation , but it’s not all about looks , as it is heartfelt and the perfectly delivers what is wants to say with its unique and optimistic story that is almost impossible not to be moved by.

With Urchin, Harris Dickinson proves he is truly multi-talented as he delivers a gritty and heartfelt story that is quite thought provoking and full of life that, while bleak , shines thanks to a stellar performance from Frank Dillane

The Secret Agent really is a masterful exercise in suspense that is in no hurry to get to its destination as it really sucks you in with its details as Filho transports us back in time and with the help of Moura , deliver one of the best films of the year.

Alpha feels overstuffed with too many ideas and while Ducournau’s flair for some imagery that will be unsettling is there , as well as the performances she gets out of her actors , ultimately Alpha is her first film I was disappointed in

Rebuilding is a tender and sincere story that is all about resilience and community that also poses the question on what exactly a home is, that is all done in a way that gives you hope that even though the worst disasters, you can come through it.

Orwell:2+2=5 is terrifying and at times quite dazzling as it gives one of those hard look in the mirror commentaries about society that Sadly will resonate with some , with others will ignore the warnings it gives

Rental Family feels like a warm hug as it is a sweet and wonderful film about connections, that will both make you smile and cry, and while you know where it is going , the perfectly casted Fraser and the heartfelt story make this a trip worth taking.

Wicked:For Good never really finds the momentum the first film had,and when you add weaker songs and a third act that feels muddy ,you get a drop off from the highs from part one , but Eviro and Grande still soar , even if the rest of the movie can’t stay in the air. thecinemen.com/2025/11/20/w...

Wicked : For Good feels like it provides very little movement from the climatic finish of the first film , as everything feels stretched out to the max and while Erivo and Grande keep it from totally crashing , this one never soars to the height of the first one

Now You See Me : Now You Don’t is a perfectly fine movie , as it is breezy and delivers some crowd pleasing moments , and while you might struggle to remember much after a few days , it has enough magic to entertain you this time

Caught Violent Ends this weekend , love a good Southern Gothic revenge flick , and this one did not disappoint, but what I took the most from it , was , we need more James Badge Dale in more movies

Nouvelle Vague is for all the true movie movie lovers out there as Linklater really captures the magic of an artistic endeavor in a breezy and playful trip through time as it really feels like a labor of love that you can’t help to feel through the screen

Murder at the Embassy feels like it is in a hurry with its runtime , and while there is very little special about this mystery, it also is kind of cozy, that while lacking pizzazz, is easy to get through. thecinemen.com/2025/11/14/m...

Keeper feels like a grand idea that is slightly undercooked , but with that said , Perkins adds the right atmospheric touch and some fantastic visuals making it quite fascinating to watch

The Carpenter’s Boy has an interesting story idea , but the journey here , is just not very compelling, as it struggles to incite any kind of feeling, other than boredom , and while Jupe and Johnston show promise , they can only elevate this so far . thecinemen.com/2025/11/14/t...

The Running Man doesn’t always keep its sprint , but when it is going , it is humming , as Powell powers this with his charisma and proves he can do it all , and when you add Wright’s energy filled direction you end up with a highly entertaining blockbuster thecinemen.com/2025/11/13/t...

The Running Man doesn’t always keep its sprint , but when it is going , it is humming , as Powell powers this with his charisma and proves he can do it all , and when you add Wright’s energy filled direction you end up with a highly entertaining blockbuster

John Candy:I Like Me feels like a hug for a lovely human being , that moved me in ways I didn’t expect , as Hanks delivers a breezy retrospective, that may not provide much insight , but definitely make you appreciate Candy for what he did and who he was.

Die My Love is quite heartbreaking to watch , as Jennifer Lawrence delivers a portrait of a woman on the edge of sanity in such raw and fierce way, that it’s easy to look past the the messy parts, for one of the must see performances of the year #diemylove

Nuremberg reminds us on why history can’t be forgotten as there is a urgent and timely feeling to it , that is anchored by some great performances, especially Crowe and Shannon , who help deliver this film’s powerful message #nurembergmovie thecinemen.com/2025/11/07/n...

Damn is Predator:Badlands a brisk and one hell of an entertaining ride , as Trachtenberg pretty much has become The Predator guy as he delivers a high energy and action packed film and takes this series to the next level #predatorbadlands

Belén is a movie that reminds you what is takes to fight for freedom and justice as it delivers an important story , that is not jus for women , but for anyone who wants to live in a world that is just.

I got to sit down and talk to writer/director Alejandro Montoya Marin and stars , Alejandro De Hoyos, Chelsea Rendon, and John Kaler to talk about their new film The Unexpecteds. #theunexpecteds thecinemen.com/2025/11/04/i...

While @austinfilmfest.bsky.social I got to sit down and talk to Lauren Caster, Amy Aquino, and Ellen Gerstein about Lauren’s film, Rhythm is a Dancer. #austinfilmfestival thecinemen.com/2025/11/04/i...

The message in A House of Dynamite is strong, as it delivers a immersive thriller that can be often quite unnerving with its relentless story, and while some of Bigelow’s choices don’t work, it still manages to deliver an effective emotional political thriller that will leave you speechless

Hedda is stylish and wonderfully entertaining as DaCosta delivers a witty adaptation that is sexy and, sometimes heartbreaking, and while not everything works , Tessa Thompson delivers a monumental performance in this bold character study, in this delightful tale .

Ballad of a Small Player is visually quite the experience , but Ballad can never find the tone it is aiming for and the story is not very memorable , as ideas feel half thought out , that a good performance from Farrell can’t save it.

The Testament of Ann Lee will move and inspire you with its visually dynamic and immersive story, that, at times , can be electrifying and quite the theatrical experience, thanks to a stylized look and an stand out performance by Amanda Seyfried

Frankenstein is full of beauty and terror as Del Toro brings to life Shelley’s novel and delivers something visually that is a feast for the eyes and when you add Jacob Elordi’s as the monster , you get something that is beaming with life and beauty.

I sat down with award nominated screenwriter Andrew Kevin Walker @austinfilmfest.bsky.social to talk about his career. #austinfilmfestival thecinemen.com/2025/10/30/a...

Anniversary is a timely and tense thriller, that while vague, overcomes most of its stumbles and does a decent job of realizing its very compelling idea,thanks to a cast that doesn’t let you down, even if the movie does slightly. #anniversarymovie thecinemen.com/2025/10/30/a...

It Was Just An Accident explores the eternal question of right and wrong in a raw and riveting way as the cast feels so full of rage, anger , and most of all passion as what Panahi keeps this tense and chilling story unpredictable right up to the end.

Here is my review for Eternity , from #austinfilmfestival #eternitymovie #a24 thecinemen.com/2025/10/28/e...

Here is my review of No Other Choice from #austinfilmfestival thecinemen.com/2025/10/28/n...

I got to talk to filmmaker Scott Duncan about his new documentary The Boy From St. Croix, which is about one of the greatest basketball players of all time , his brother Tim Duncan #austinfilmfestival thecinemen.com/2025/10/29/i...

Jay Kelly is an endearing story about an aging movie star, filled with characters you will love as it digs deep into the notion, not everything that glitters is gold , as Clooney and Sandler light up the screen in the highly entertaining story of reflection #austinfilmfestival

Sentimental Value is one of those films that will linger long after it is over , as Trier delivers something complex , that is about family and told with such a grace , while being delivered by two of the finest performances you will see in a movie this year.

Deliver Me From Nowhere in its best moments gives a peak into the creative process and shows the emotional toll one can go though , and when you add Jeremy Allen White’s performance, there is enough there , that even the parts that didn’t work can’t stop this story .

Is This Thing On? Is a bittersweet, yet observant story about loss and love that as touching as it is funny , that is told with an emotional honesty thanks to the phenomenal natural performances by Arnett and Dern, in the sweet and beautiful gem. #austinfilmfestival

Who ever thought watching the last 6 months in office of a public official could be so entrancing, but that is exactly what La Grazia is , as it is a steady look at love , life and death, and waiting and while it might not make your pulse race , it’s a very meditative experience.

Ethan Bloom is a coming of age film that is simply sweet with a heavy dose of innocence, as Hershel Faber brings a film that has a wonderful cast that only add the the films natural feeling that will make you run the gamut of emotions #austinfilmfestival

My first review from Austin Film Festival for Christy thecinemen.com/2025/10/24/c... #austinfilmfestival #christymovie

Eternity is a incredibly entertaining and charming look at the afterlife that really delivers on the world building while also pulling in the heartstrings, I love a good crowd pleasing movie , and Eternity delivers on that. #austinfilmfestival

Hamnet is a beautiful , yet devastating movie that is anchored by the incredible performances by Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal , as it delivers such raw emotion in a way that will be therapeutic to some, and producing a lot of feelings for all who watch it #austinfilmfestival

Wake Up Dead Man not only feeds the mind , but also the heart as Johnson makes it 3 for 3 in his Benoit Blanc mysteries as it is as smart as it is stylish and it is everything you have come to expect in the Knives Out series, sharp , fun , and a top notch whodunnit