Reviews

Renfield (2023) [Blu-ray review] 17 8.5 Great

Renfield (2023) [Blu-ray review]

Renfield is a fresh new take on the Dracula mythos. But, it’s more of the Universal Movie Monsters take and less of the classic novel approach. The last person to actively adapt the novel form o...

Moko Jumbie (2017) [Indiepix DVD review] 19 7.6 Good

Moko Jumbie (2017) [Indiepix DVD review]

In the vivid and surreal landscape of indie cinema, films that capture the heart of cultures often hidden from the mainstream’s eye hold a special place. One such film is ‘Moko Jumbie̵...

Everything Went Fine (2021) [Cohen Collection Blu-ray review] 21 7.8 Good

Everything Went Fine (2021) [Cohen Collection Blu-ray review]

In the cornucopia of contemporary French cinema, Francois Ozon’s “Everything Went Fine” (2021) stands out, a haunting and poignant portrayal of end-of-life decision-making. As we del...

All Quiet on the Western Front (2022) [Blu-ray review] 23 9.3 Amazing

All Quiet on the Western Front (2022) [Blu-ray review]

Edward Berger’s 2022 adaptation of “All Quiet on the Western Front” rekindles the stark realities of war within the framework of contemporary German cinema. With its Blu-ray release, the f...

knife in the head title 8.4 Great

A Knife in the Head (1978) [Cohen Collection Blu-ray review]

In the grand scheme of German cinema, Reinhard Hauff’s “A Knife in the Head” (1978) emerges as a cinematic masterpiece, painting a vibrant picture of post-war socio-political upheava...

Symphony for a Massacre (1963) [Cohen Collection Blu-ray review] 26 8.6 Great

Symphony for a Massacre (1963) [Cohen Collection Blu-ray review]

In the hallowed halls of French cinema, where artistic prowess intertwines with the essence of storytelling, a gem from 1963 emerges. “Symphony for a Massacre” (original title: “Symp...

A Walk on the Moon (1987) [Cohen Collection Blu-ray review] 28 8.5 Great

A Walk on the Moon (1987) [Cohen Collection Blu-ray review]

“A Walk on the Moon” is a film that delicately weaves a tapestry of dreams, desires, and emancipation, set against the backdrop of a transformative time in American history. Directed by Ra...

Going Places (1974) [Cohen Collection Blu-ray review] 30 8.5 Great

Going Places (1974) [Cohen Collection Blu-ray review]

Bertrand Blier’s 1974 French film, “Going Places,” also known as “Les Valseuses,” is a film that disrupts conventional norms and treads on paths less taken. This provocat...

On the Yard (1978) [Cohen Collection Blu-ray review] 32 8.7 Great

On the Yard (1978) [Cohen Collection Blu-ray review]

Deep within the annals of American independent cinema lies a masterpiece known as “On The Yard,” a 1978 film directed by Raphael D. Silver. This unflinching and vivid portrayal of prison l...

The Good Boss (2021) [Cohen Collection Blu-ray Review] 34 8.5 Great

The Good Boss (2021) [Cohen Collection Blu-ray Review]

The 2021 Spanish film “The Good Boss,” directed by Fernando Leon de Aranda, serves as a testament to the boundless potential of world cinema. Through its unique narrative and thought-provo...

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