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Jamarcus Rose & Da 5 Bullet Holes
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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Writer/director Marcellus Cox crafts a meditative and humanist film that beautifully pays homage to the original story.
Posted Jan 12, 2026
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Christy
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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What 'Christy' offers audiences is a traditional biopic about an inspiring woman who defied the odds, yet unfortunately, it doesn't come close to matching the real-life Christy’s fiery persona.
Posted Jan 10, 2026
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Hamnet
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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Chloé Zhao births an artistic masterpiece in 'Hamnet,' a story of perseverance, maternal ferocity, and human connection.
Posted Jan 07, 2026
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Nothing Solid
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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Despite the protagonist's (and filmmaker's) harsh reality, this semi-autobiographical film leans into its inherent dark comedy genre.
Posted Dec 22, 2025
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How I Spent My Summer Vacation
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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A tenderly told coming-of-age film that encapsulates a powerful message.
Posted Dec 19, 2025
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The Elephant in the Room
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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No matter what side you lean politically, there is much to admire in this charming indie feature.
Posted Dec 18, 2025
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Seeds from Kivu
(2024)
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Morgan Rojas
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A compassionate doctor turns tragedy into hope in this explosive exposé that serves as part humanitarian rallying cry and part investigative journalism.
Posted Dec 01, 2025
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Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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Undoubtedly essential viewing, not only for its timely message, but also as a heartfelt tribute to a young woman who deserved to live her life to the fullest.
Posted Nov 12, 2025
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Whisper Breach
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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There is a new reason to fear AI’s growing capabilities in Whisper Breach, and while no one is denying that the technology is incredible, the film is more interested in exploring what happens when it falls into the wrong hands.
Posted Oct 13, 2025
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All American
(2024)
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Morgan Rojas
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An inspiring, family-friendly sports documentary that will have you cheering from the edge of your seat.
Posted Oct 08, 2025
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Electra
(2024)
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Morgan Rojas
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This flamboyantly fun thriller from Hala Matar is a millennial take on The Talented Mr. Ripley, with a pop art twist.
Posted Oct 06, 2025
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East of Wall
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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'East of Wall' is a quiet stunner that unearths a simple, beautiful subsect of American life.
Posted Oct 06, 2025
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Beyond the Gates of Hell
(2022)
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Morgan Rojas
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Drawing inspiration from 80s Italian horror, 'Beyond the Gates of Hell' is a witty and entertaining B-horror film that uses its kookiness to its advantage.
Posted Sep 30, 2025
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Predators
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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'Predators' challenges us to examine an uncomfortable reality, revealing that good vs evil isn't so black and white.
Posted Sep 29, 2025
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Divia
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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A sonic journey from destruction to resurrection.
Posted Sep 29, 2025
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Realm of Shadows
(2024)
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Morgan Rojas
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This gothic tale of desire and darkness blends the supernatural with a punk aesthetic.
Posted Aug 24, 2025
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One Night in Tokyo
(2024)
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Morgan Rojas
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The ebb and flow of emotional turmoil and dry humor make for a winning combination.
Posted Aug 14, 2025
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About Pie
(2021)
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Morgan Rojas
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This coming-of-age rom-com does a savory job balancing the comedy with authentic moments of enlightenment.
Posted Aug 12, 2025
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Flesh of the Unforgiven
(2024)
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Morgan Rojas
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Led by enthusiastic performances from Debbie Rochon and writer/director/co-star Joe Hollow, Flesh of the Unforgiven is a great example of what a low-budget indie horror film can achieve.
Posted Aug 03, 2025
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Snorkeling
(2023)
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Morgan Rojas
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A coming-of-age drama with an edgy and experimental tone, 'Snorkeling' is a fresh take on navigating the haziness of young love and self-discovery.
Posted Jul 29, 2025
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Safe Space
(2022)
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Morgan Rojas
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Delivers its foreboding message of darkly creative anxiety through easily digestible genre tropes, but with a twist.
Posted Jul 25, 2025
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Eternal Code
(2019)
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Morgan Rojas
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The fight for immortality descends into mayhem and murder in filmmaker Harley Wallen's 2019 crime thriller Eternal Code.
Posted Jul 23, 2025
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Good Side of Bad
(2023)
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Morgan Rojas
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A fractured family may have their problems, but 'Good Side of Bad' proves that nothing is too difficult with loved ones by your side.
Posted Jul 11, 2025
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Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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A film as revolutionary as the woman herself.
Posted Jul 08, 2025
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Moses
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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In a similar spirit to 'Searching for Sugar Man,' director Fran Guijarro's doc is an evocative story of being seen.
Posted Jul 05, 2025
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BitterSweet
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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Filmmaker Steve Martini tackles delicate topics with humor and heart, making 'BitterSweet' an enjoyable and inclusive film.
Posted Jun 26, 2025
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If You Should Leave Before Me
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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A surprisingly emotive and reflective work, joyfully enriching with the ability to pull on your heartstrings.
Posted Jun 24, 2025
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We Were Dangerous
(2024)
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It’s exciting to see a new voice like Josephine Stewart-Te Whiu’s in 'We Were Dangerous.' Her direction and visual style feel like a breath of fresh air.
Posted Jun 20, 2025
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Hold Me, Softly
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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'Hold Me, Softly' is a restrained romance film that captures the art of the slow burn.
Posted Jun 18, 2025
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Portraits of Dangerous Women
(2024)
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Morgan Rojas
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Portraits of Dangerous Women attempts to blend absurdist humor with emotional depth, and there are moments where this is dually felt.
Posted Jun 18, 2025
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Stockton to Table Rock
(2024)
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Morgan Rojas
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Set to a richly layered score by composer Jesse Blake Rundle and strong performances by Zoë Kelly and Jessica Ires Morris, 'Stockton to Table Rock' is both an inspiring and aspirational watch.
Posted May 29, 2025
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Finding Nicole
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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'Finding Nicole' blends the best of a courtroom drama with an enthralling crime thriller.
Posted May 26, 2025
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A Trip Elsewhere
(2024)
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Morgan Rojas
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Filmmaker J.R. Sawyers captures drug-induced anxiety through a kaleidoscopic lens in this colorful dramedy.
Posted May 20, 2025
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Bound
(2023)
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Morgan Rojas
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Backed by a forceful and controlled performance from actor Alexandra Faye Sadeghian, 'Bound' is a ruthless yet compassionate story of perseverance in the face of adversity.
Posted May 14, 2025
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Withdrawal
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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Aaron Strand’s involvement as director, writer, and editor elevates Withdrawal into more than just an entertainment piece, but a heartbreaking yet hopeful survivor’s story about addiction and recovery.
Posted May 02, 2025
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Final Recovery
(2024)
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Morgan Rojas
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A crooked healthcare worker finds her name on the naughty list in this Christmas-set horror flick that, 16 years in the making, can easily be described as a miracle.
Posted May 02, 2025
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A Weird Kind of Beautiful
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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This tense drama does a commendable job of conveying the ebbs, flows, and growing pains in adult relationships.
Posted Apr 09, 2025
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Minted
(2023)
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Morgan Rojas
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Filmmaker Nicholas Bruckman charts the wild ride of the art world's former darling in this timely documentary.
Posted Apr 08, 2025
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Sound Spring
(2024)
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Morgan Rojas
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Catalina Alvarez boldly shows what’s possible in the experimental documentary art form, and while not every creative decision pays off, the risk alone is worth championing.
Posted Apr 08, 2025
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The Luckiest Man in America
(2024)
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Morgan Rojas
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'The Luckiest Man in America' is an enjoyable yet mediocre historical dramatization that doesn't move the needle much one way or the other.
Posted Apr 04, 2025
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Gazer
(2024)
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Morgan Rojas
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In addition to the film’s cerebral and layered storyline, Gazer excels at creating a moody ambiance.
Posted Apr 02, 2025
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Hello Beautiful
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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Director Ziad H. Hamzeh‘s dramatic adaptation shows how a breast cancer diagnosis brings to light an uncomfortable reality, but in the aftermath of this challenge, there remains a sense of resilience and strength.
Posted Apr 01, 2025
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Thank You Very Much
(2023)
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Morgan Rojas
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A long overdue exploration into the all-too-short life of a one-of-a-kind comedic genius.
Posted Mar 28, 2025
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Nomad Solitude
(2023)
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Morgan Rojas
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If you've ever been curious about life as an "outside person", take a cinematic field trip with 'Nomad Solitude'.
Posted Mar 27, 2025
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¡Quba!
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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Through compelling interviews and vivid visuals, director Kim Anno bravely, and successfully, lifts the lid on Cuba’s marginalized queer community.
Posted Mar 26, 2025
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Liquor Bank
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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A touching portrayal of commitment to betterment and unconditional brotherly love.
Posted Mar 14, 2025
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Do I Shock U Like Lightning
(2025)
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Morgan Rojas
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Writer-director Kahlil Maskati crafts a fun and heartfelt story about the healing and restorative power of music.
Posted Mar 04, 2025
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The Umesh Chronicles
(2024)
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Morgan Rojas
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This slow-burn art film requires patience and poise, but sitting through the slower scenes comes with great payoffs.
Posted Feb 26, 2025
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I Love You Forever
(2024)
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Morgan Rojas
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Prince Charming quickly turns into Prince Creepy in this indie romantic drama.
Posted Feb 14, 2025
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Outrage
(2024)
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Morgan Rojas
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'Outrage' puts a face to these otherwise hidden ethical dilemmas of modern journalism and digital deception.
Posted Feb 13, 2025
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