Poor Things: A Rapturously Fantastical Comedy About Female Liberation

November 16, 2023 / Aaron Haughton

Yorgos Lanthimos reteams with Emma Stone and Tony McNamara for his latest extravagant and strange offering, Poor Things, which earned him a Golden Lion at the Venice International Film Festival. Based on the Scottish novel by Alasdair Gray, the film is a wildly imaginative and wickedly funny dark comedy, rich in theme, character, and color, that combines elements of gothic romance, fantasy, and sci-fi into an absolutely unforgettable cinematic confection.

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Fantastic Fest 2023: The Toxic Avenger — A Rip-Roaring Reboot That Nails The Troma Vibe

September 25, 2023 / Aaron Haughton

Fantastic Fest kicks off this year’s festival with the world premiere of Macon Blair’s The Toxic Avenger. This is a studio reimagining of the 1984 Troma cult classic that is totally true to its vibe but also moves in its own direction. The film is a great homage with a fresh twist that’s wonderfully wacky, extremely gory, and absolutely hysterical. If you’re anything like us, you will be delighted to see the Toxic Avenger make his return!

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Fantastic Fest 2023: Neil Ferron's Short Film "Fishmonger" Is A Delightfully Strange Catch

September 24, 2023 / Aaron Haughton

Thar she blows! Writer/director Neil Ferron creates a wild, weird, and wonderful wave of mermaid mutilation with his short film, Fishmonger. The film had its world premiere at this year’s Fantastic Fest and was even one of the first shorts to be programmed as a part of festival’s Burnt End section, a collection of films that “shatter all traditional borders of taste and convention."

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Bottoms: A Ferociously Funny Teen Sex Satire

August 23, 2023 / Aaron Haughton

Following the success of Shiva Baby, Emma Seligman returns with Bottoms, an outrageously over-the-top sendup of American teen sex comedies. Rereading with Rachel Sennett (who also co-wrote the screenplay alongside Seligman) and adding Ayo Edebiri into the mix, the film delivers one razor-sharp and hilarious satirical haymaker that will have you spurting blood and laughter.

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Barbie: A Big, Bold Blockbuster With More Than Kenough Comedy

August 01, 2023 / Aaron Haughton

Greta Gerwig dismantles the patriarchy and more in the biggest, boldest, and most stupid-fun smash of the summer! Tackling a complex array of themes, Gerwig finds a way to have her cake and it too, simultaneously criticizing and celebrating Barbie to create an ode to artifice that joyously peels back the plastic surface to find the humanity and spirituality deep within. Don’t be fooled, this Barbie is for everyone.

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Theater Camp: A Hilarious And Heartfelt Sendup Of Theater Culture

July 22, 2023 / Aaron Haughton

It wouldn’t be summer without a bit of camp, and Theater Camp is here to deliver the goods! “Cue the cocaine,” this hilarious and heartfelt mockumentary is a rip-snorting sendup of theater culture that features a winning ensemble of child and adult talent. This is one show you won’t wanna miss!

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Renfield: A Mildly Fun, Gory Vampiric Romp

July 02, 2023 / Aaron Haughton

Nicolas Cage gives horror icon Count Dracula the “Nouveau Shamanic” treatment in Chris McKay’s latest film, Renfield. Despite nearly staking itself in the heart with some weak subplots, this batty horror comedy proves to be a decent amount of silly, gory, disposable fun.

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Beau Is Afraid: A Freudian Guilt Trip Of Epic Proportions

May 02, 2023 / Aaron Haughton

Ari Aster returns to take audiences on an epically wild and decidedly weird guilt trip with his third feature, Beau Is Afraid. Big, bold, and ballsy, this three-hours long Freudian epic is ostensibly Aster’s very own Magnolia; an expensive, stylish indulgence that finds him wholeheartedly swinging for the fences at the risk of alienating his audience for the sake of art. Results will vary, but it’s a total winner to us.

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White Noise: A Faithful Adaptation Of Don DeLillo's Death-Obsessed Postmodern Masterwork

December 12, 2022 / Aaron Haughton

Writer/director Noah Baumbach tackles Don DeLillo’s mid-80s postmodern masterwork, White Noise, in his most ambitious film to date. Although he struggles under the weight of this purportedly “unfilmable” novel’s heady themes and concepts, Baumbach faithfully captures the book’s essence and commendably brings it to life with a great deal of inspiration and enthusiasm.

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Fantastic Fest 2022: Unicorn Wars — Adult Themed Cartoon Bloodshed With A Strong Anti-War Message

December 03, 2022 / Aaron Haughton

Acclaimed filmmaker and illustrator Alberto Vazquez marches straight into the heart of candy-colored darkness with his latest film, Unicorn Wars. Don’t let its cute and cuddly exterior fool you, this animated flick ain’t for kids. Overflowing with adult themes and erupting with cartoon violence, Unicorn Wars will floor you with its slick animation and stick a heart-tipped arrow through your chest its vigorous anti-war message.

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Fantastic Fest 2022: Country Gold — A Well Done Country-Fried Comedy

December 02, 2022 / Aaron Haughton

Country Gold marks another banger for Oklahoma filmmaker Mickey Reece, who steps out from behind the camera to lead the film alongside Ben Hall. The two go entertainingly head-to-head in this well-cooked, country-fried comedy that thoughtfully contemplates ego, fame, and legacy. This one hits all the right notes, creating a near-perfect blend of poignant, wistful, warm, and tender absurdist-surrealist hilarity that is sure to two-step straight into your heart.

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Fantastic Fest 2022: The Menu — A Well-Plated Dark Comedy That's Sharp And Flavorful

November 16, 2022 / Aaron Haughton

The Menu is a devilishly delectable dark comedy that satisfyingly skewers elite types. It’s easy to see why the film pulled down the Audience Award at this year’s Fantastic Fest; it’s well-plated, flavorful, and nicely spiced. This sharply written multi-course sendup of foodie culture is one tasty dish that will have you coming back for s’more.

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Bros: A Mainstream Rom-Com That Proudly Plants A Rainbow Flag Into The Genre

November 01, 2022 / Aaron Haughton

Comedian Billy Eichner teams up with director Nicholas Stroller and producer Judd Apatow for Bros, a historic Rom-Com that proudly plants its rainbow flag into the genre in ways it’s never been before. The film is as informative as it is fun, dishing out LGBTQIA+ history along with the jokes jokes, but its tale of opposites attracting is a familiar one. As much as it pokes fun at the genre and its sappy tendencies, it also falls prey to the conventions itself, albeit in mostly amusing and humorous ways.

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Fantastic Fest 2022: Triangle Of Sadness — A Wildly Funny Sendup Of The Rich And Beautiful

October 17, 2022 / Aaron Haughton

Fantastic Fest closed out its week-long festivities in a hilarious hurrah with Ruben Östlund’s latest Palme d’Or winning feature, Triangle Of Sadness. This wickedly funny satire gleefully capsizes the traditional social hierarchy whilst taking big scathing bites out of the rich. It’s truly a sight to behold — and it’s one that ranks amongst the best this year has to offer.

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Funny Pages: A Gloriously Grimy, Riotously Irreverent Coming-Of-Age Romp

September 08, 2022 / Aaron Haughton

Owen Kline makes his directorial debut with the raunchy coming-of-age romp, Funny Pages. Taking inspiration from illustrations of R. Crumb, Peter Bagge, and Daniel Clowes, the film is chock full of interesting faces, comedic cringe, and seedy silliness. It’s a grimy good time, and one of the year’s funniest flicks!

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Bodies Bodies Bodies: A Breezy Surface-Level Satire

August 19, 2022 / Aaron Haughton

Bodies Bodies Bodies is the sophomore effort from Dutch filmmaker Halina Reijn. Working from the debut screenplay from Kristen Roupenian, Reijn whips up an entertaining satire-cum-murder mystery that skewers the Gen Z social media culture.Elevated by its cast, this well-paced, snarky whodunit offers fun and games but isn’t quite sharp enough to break the skin.

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Three Thousand Years Of Longing: A Visually Stimulating Love Letter To Storytelling

July 14, 2022 / Aaron Haughton

Following the massive success of Mad Max: Fury Road, Aussie writer/director George Miller returns with Three Thousand Years Of Longing, another visual stunner that boasts transportive qualities. It might not fulfill all your wishes, but the amount of potent cinema Miller bottles up into its modest runtime is certainly a commendable feat that dazzles more than it frustrates.

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Everything Everywhere All At Once: An Inventive, Hilarious, And Heartwarming Cinematic Marvel

April 02, 2022 / Aaron Haughton

Six years after their debut, Swiss Army Man, the directing duo Daniels (comprised of Dan Kwan and Daniel Scheinert) return with Everything Everywhere All At Once. This ain’t no sophomore slump, folks! No siree, Daniels have perfected their unique brand of heartfelt irreverent absurdity here and delivered the gonzo sci-fi comedy we all need.

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Jackass Forever: A Gloriously Entertaining Return

February 12, 2022 / Aaron Haughton

After a little over a decade, the Jackass gang make their glorious return with Jackass Forever! You’d think the jokes would get old after all this time, but Knoxville and company give nuance to every nutshot. Every installment into the Jackass franchise is a smorgasbord of painfully comedic delights, but Forever hits the funny bone in all the right ways.

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Fantastic Fest 2021: "The Beta Test" Is A Hilariously Fun Erotic Thriller

September 29, 2021 / Aaron Haughton

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Indie filmmaker extraordinaire Jim Cummings returns with another twisted triumph that fuses genre elements into comedy gold. Splitting writing and directing duty with PJ McCabe (who makes his feature film debut and also co-stars alongside Cummings), the pair cook up a sharp, no-holds-barred satire of Hollywood that inhabits the form of an erotic thriller with horror leanings. Slick and controlled, The Beta Test is delightfully unpredictable and features another excellent performance from Cummings.

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