Some critics rave that Poor Things is a feminist narrative of sexual liberation. I, on the other hand, think that the film is a self-congratulatory, mind-numbing fiasco. The film’s poor excuse for an attempt at female empowerment falls flat.
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In “Goddess”, Laufey’s evocative storytelling and emotive delivery converge to create a mesmerizing auditory experience that transcends mere entertainment.
Through the veneer of glamorous garments, dripping with expensive jewellery, lies an elite largely disconnected from reality.
Humanity is left for dead in the street on live television.
Anyone But You surprised us all with its quick-witted remarks, its representation, and its box office numbers.
Ari Aster’s new horror-comedy will leave audiences questioning social constructs & confronting the surreal intersection of dreams and reality.
Five intimate, local productions that’ll hold the audience, hostage.
The movie adaptation of Casey McQuinston’s novel inexplicably sidesteps all that made it revolutionary
With the summer excitement dwindling, it’s time to review The Fulcrum’s favourite songs that trended this summer.
Daisy Jones & the Six: an electric band from the ‘70s bent on fulfilling their potential as one of the most iconic bands of all time until addiction, love, and jealousy tear them apart.
This film is the definition of don’t judge a book by its cover, as this is a great watch for any age and arguably even better for adults.
Everything that was once personal becomes political as Goldin searches for freedom and justice through participatory art and social change.
Don’t Worry Darling holds its own as an uneasy thriller that keeps the viewer guessing.
The first seven of nine episodes dropped on Netflix on May 27, and successfully built up my expectation for an explosive finale. The most recent instalment aims to be a fan pleaser with a dedication to bringing together 80s nostalgia and references with gruesome science-fiction-horror.
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is the kind of movie that, apparently, is really hard to review without giving away any spoilers. But have no fear, I figured it out eventually.
As Charli XCX nears the end of her contract, read all about her fifth studio album CRASH.
Bridgerton season two explores the values and expectations placed on elder siblings in POC households.
Check out our review of Marvelous and the Black Hole which was screened last week at the International Film Festival of Ottawa.
Part of IFFO 2022, Little Palestine – A Diary of a Siege is directed by Abdallah Al-Khatib.
Spider-Man: No Way José — Okay I liked the movie, I just couldn’t resist the pun.
I am living for the Fezco screen time
A unique aspect of Daisy is the plot’s relevance to the divisive political landscape that permeates society today. In Daisy we encounter what the writers presume to be the inception of the modern day ‘attack ad.’ Its irreversibly deleterious effects upon American politics and the integrity of political campaigns are as discussed and feared then as they are now.
It’ll be hard for Taylor Swift to top the masterpiece of Red (Taylor’s Version).
“The theme of the novel, if you can ascribe a message to it, is that of urban ennui mixed with nihilism,” writes Zofka Svec, the Fulcrum’s arts editor.
Three moody, intense releases that defined my week.
