‘BlackBerry’ Cast Stuns in Surprisingly Moving Smartphone Story

‘BlackBerry’ Cast Stuns in Surprisingly Moving Smartphone Story

By Alex McPherson  A darkly comedic story of game-changing technology and capitalism’s fateful hand, director Matt Johnson’s “BlackBerry” is a sublimely well-acted, bittersweet film that’s... Details
Performers Enliven Esoteric, Mystical Reworking of ‘Carmen’ as Dance Film

Performers Enliven Esoteric, Mystical Reworking of ‘Carmen’ as Dance Film

By Lynn VenhausA bizarre and strange reimagining of Georges Bizet’s 1875 opera “Carmen,” this experimental film is also oddly compelling. That’s because of the chemistry... Details
‘Peter Pan and Wendy’ Disappoints as Grittier Disney Live Action Remake

‘Peter Pan and Wendy’ Disappoints as Grittier Disney Live Action Remake

By Lynn Venhaus Another disappointment among Disney’s increasingly lackluster live action reboots of their classic animated films, “Peter Pan and Wendy” lacks imagination in its... Details
‘Showing Up’ Is a Beautiful Tribute to Art and Life

‘Showing Up’ Is a Beautiful Tribute to Art and Life

By Alex McPherson A gentle, tender exploration of art, creativity, and life’s winding, surprising journey, director Kelly Reichardt’s “Showing Up” reveals poignant truths through its... Details
‘Beau Is Afraid’ Is Challenging, Vicious Swing for the Fences

‘Beau Is Afraid’ Is Challenging, Vicious Swing for the Fences

By Alex McPherson An imaginatively sadistic plunge into a tortured psyche, Ari Aster’s “Beau Is Afraid” is a grueling watch, but one that’ll wind up... Details
‘Renfield’ Is Intriguing Concept Needing Sharper Fangs

‘Renfield’ Is Intriguing Concept Needing Sharper Fangs

By Alex McPherson Despite an entertainingly unhinged performance from Nicolas Cage and some impressive kills, director Chris McKay’s “Renfield” is a horror-action-comedy hybrid full of... Details
16th Annual QFest St Louis Set for May 4-10 at The Hi-Pointe Theatre

16th Annual QFest St Louis Set for May 4-10 at The Hi-Pointe Theatre

Get ready to get your Q on! The 16th Annual QFest St. Louis — presented by Cinema St. Louis (CSL) — will take place from... Details
‘How to Blow Up a Pipeline’ A Gripping Yet Frustrating Climate Thriller

‘How to Blow Up a Pipeline’ A Gripping Yet Frustrating Climate Thriller

“How to Blow Up a Pipeline” Movie Review — A Gripping Yet Frustrating Climate Change Thriller An urgent call to action, director Daniel Goldhaber’s “How... Details
15th Annual Robert Classic French Film Festival This April at Webster

15th Annual Robert Classic French Film Festival This April at Webster

Venue: Webster University’s Winifred Moore Auditorium in Webster Hall, 470 E. Lockwood Ave. Tickets: Tickets are $15 for general admission; $12 for students and Cinema St. Louis... Details
‘Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Is a Fun, High Scoring Love Letter to Franchise

‘Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Is a Fun, High Scoring Love Letter to Franchise

By Alex McPherson A heart-warming and speedily paced adventure that respects its source material, “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” succeeds as enjoyable, family-friendly entertainment, elevated... Details