Architects of the State: Political Allegory and Allegiance in ‘The Brutalist’
Like the architectural wonders its protagonist creates, “The Brutalist” looks very different depending on the viewing angle. Some critics label…
Our Fault (Culpa nuestra, 2025) Movie Ending Explained: Do Nick and Noah stay together?
The ostensibly third part in a series, Our Fault (Original title: Culpa nuestra, 2025) arrives after a massive concerted effort…
Odd Man Rush (2025) Movie Review: A heartfelt but instantly forgettable coming-of-age film about the weight of pursuing a singular dream
Released in 2020 during the heart of the COVID-19 pandemic and only recently reappraised due to the NHL season, Doug…
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery (2025) Movie Review: A Thoughtful Religious Drama Imbued with Another Rian Johnson Mystery
The “Knives Out” franchise is a bit of a miracle, as Rian Johnson was able to use the goodwill he’d…
Bhagwat Chapter One: Raakshas (2025) Movie Ending Explained: Did Poonam and Others Get Justice?
Based on the case of Cyanide Mohan, a serial killer who preyed on young women under the pretext of marriage,…
The Curse of Conformity: The Quiet Rebellion of Radha in ‘Holy Curse’
“Holy Curse” (2024), directed by Snigdha Kapoor, is a short film that rips open the fragile underbelly of identity, ritual,…
The Smashing Machine: The Many Faces of Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson
From the ring to the red carpet: how Dwayne Johnson’s latest reinvention exposes the limits of his Hollywood transformation. Few…
Vicious (2025) Movie Ending Explained: What Does the Box Really Represent?
Bryan Bertino’s Vicious (2025) isn’t merely a tale of curses or sinister games—it’s a deeply personal exploration of guilt, trauma,…