It wears its influences on its sleeve, but El Clan is still an effective mob thriller, historically inflected and full of familial strife.
Essentially a filmed play, three fine lead actors can't overcome Miss Julie's deathly dull direction.
A film of deep humanity, full of optimism. Robert’s determination to let in light where most would suffer in darkness is a testament to the human spirit.
Though squeezing in a lot of plotting, We Are Your Friends is an energetic and enjoyable tale of finding one's voice.
With characters and dialogue purpose-built for annoyance, Mistress America overreaches for laughs and just ends up outstaying its welcome, even at just 84 minutes.
Straight Outta Compton is a triumphant retelling of hip-hop's emergence, full of heart and heft.
The Great Wall is a stark and timely commentary on the borders that divide humanity. A worthy gut-punch.