★★★★ This psychological fever dream pulses with relentless stress and tension, likely overwhelming for most viewers, yet Rose Byrne delivers a stunningly honest and unfiltered portrait of a mother pushed to her limits.
★★★★1/2 Shih-Ching Tsou's tender debut, solo feature takes us on an immersive and vibrant tour through the streets of Taipei, with cultural expectations intensifying the domestic dynamics and melodrama at its core.
★★★★ Noah Baumbach's unexpectedly gentle Hollywood satire sidesteps self-indulgence by skilfully blending sharp humour and genuine empathy for celebrity culture, as Sandler effortlessly outshines a soul-searching Clooney.
★★★★ By successfully recreating the charm, creativity, and humour that made the original film so enjoyable, Disney demonstrates that it is currently more effective at reviving familiar animated properties than developing new ones.
★★★★1/2 Clint Bentley crafts an intimate yet sweeping drama that lingers in the quiet ache of everyday life, letting grief unfold through prolonged moments of silence and some of the most stunning imagery you will see all year.
★★★ The eagerly awaited sequel offers a competent return to the hit musical, but despite Erivo and Grande's best efforts, its wavering tone and less memorable songs keep it from soaring to the heights of its predecessor.
★★1/2 Edgar Wright maintains the relentless energy of his earlier films with some well choreographed action, but this underwhelming take on Stephen King's "The Running Man" stumbles, lacking the filmmaker's signature polish and wit.
★★★1/2 Lynne Ramsay's fearless portrayal of postpartum depression might challenge some viewers with its experimental edge, yet Jennifer Lawrence's raw performance and daring visuals make for an unforgettable exploration of mental health.
★★★1/2 It may be all style and no substance, but there is never a dull moment in Edward Berger's psychological drama, with the over-the-top visuals and Colin Farrell's electric and incredibly sweaty performance keeping me hooked throughout.
★★★★ Jessie Buckley commands the screen with an Oscar-worthy turn in Chloe Zhao's gorgeously crafted Shakespearean drama, a film that packs an emotional punch but lacks the nuance of Zhao's more modest earlier projects.
Dan Loves Film 