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Omen (2023) Drips With Confidence And Visionary Filmmaking Despite Flaws

Omen (2023), a beautifully designed fable set somewhere in an unnamed part of Africa, reflects on the destructive power of tradition. Congolese director Baloji dismembers and examines it patiently, letting a more-than-solid cast carry the meandering story and lead it … Continue reading Omen (2023) Drips With Confidence And Visionary Filmmaking Despite Flaws

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The true story that inspired the horror film Grimcutty (2022)

Grimcutty (2022), a somehow disappointing horror movie about parental overprotectiveness, has roots in real-life stories and Internet challenges. The tradition of online challenges, often commencing with weird texts from unknown numbers, has a disturbingly rich history. If you’re not too … Continue reading The true story that inspired the horror film Grimcutty (2022)

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The Ending of Crimes of the Future (2022) Explained – Did Saul Tenser Die?

David Cronenberg’s latest film, Crimes of the Future (2022), intentionally leaves numerous matters unresolved, causing the whole plot to leave more haze than clarity. Perhaps the most mind-puzzling is the film’s ending. So, here’s my take on the Crimes of … Continue reading The Ending of Crimes of the Future (2022) Explained – Did Saul Tenser Die?