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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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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Those Who Wish Me Dead is the latest film from writer-turned-director Taylor Sheridan (who co-wrote the screenplay with Charles Leavitt and Michael Koryta). With a stale throwback vibe, this Angelina Jolie fronted thriller relies too heavily on tired clichés and easily slumps into the lower echelon of Sheridan’s filmography, ultimately lacking the tension, emotions, and character of his previous films.
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Finnish film director Dome Karukoski (considered to be one of Finland's most successful film directors) takes on the story of beloved author John Ronald Reuel Tolkien (J. R. R. Tolkien) in the biographical drama, Tolkien. The film captures the period milieu, but it lacks the emotional resonance and imagination necessary to do the subject matter justice.
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Director Yorgos Lanthimos brings his idiosyncratic flourishes to the period drama. Slathered in lavish interior, adorned in opulent garb, and streaked with excessive amounts of make up, The Favourite demands to be seen on the big screen
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