‘Presence’ Review
A ghost story told from the perspective of the ghost, Steven Soderbergh’s latest experiment in film is a fully realized exercise in agency and empathy.
‘September 5’ Review
Tim Fehlbaum’s latest film is an exacting portrait of ethics and objectivity in live journalism, with a cast and attention to detail that elevates its workmanlike approach.
‘Den of Thieves 2: Pantera’ Review
Christian Gudegast’s sophomore directorial effort is a confident tonal shift of a sequel to one of 2018’s most surprisingly refined action films.
‘The End’ Review
Joshua Oppenheimer’s debut narrative feature is a baffling mix of genres that still manages to reflect the evils of humankind.
‘Gladiator II’ review
Ridley Scott returns to one of his most prolific films with a sword-and-sandals epic that is both satisfying and disappointing.
‘Conclave’ Review
Edward Berger's papal thriller turns an otherwise sterile screenplay into a lavish and focused commentary on the current political landscape.
VIFF 2024: ‘Universal Language’ Review
Matthew Rankin's sophomore feature is an imaginative and heartfelt celebration of human connection in a fictionalized Canada.
VIFF 2024: ‘Anora’ Review
Sean Baker's latest film is an exciting and tense whirlwind romance, led by a tremendous performance and infectious energy.
VIFF 2024: ‘Matt and Mara’ Review
Kazik Radwanski's latest film is a richly textured analysis of creative people wrestling with modern-day anxieties.
‘The Substance’ Review
Coralie Fargeat's sophomore feature is a maximalist body horror masterpiece that is both unflinching in its extremes and remarkably assured in its direction.
‘Rebel Ridge’ Review
Jeremy Saulnier's latest film confronts corruption and injustice through the determination of its formidable protagonist.
‘The Exorcism of Saint Patrick’ Review
Quinn Armstrong's sophomore feature, and first film in his Fresh Hell trilogy, is a bleak and unflinching examination of conversion therapy and its horrors.