The Boys in the Boat
The story of the University of Washington crew is an unbelievable and inspirational one. It’s one that should be told. But it should be told better than this.
Trolls Band Together
This film is aimed at audiences in the single digits. Most of my criticism won’t matter to them. They will adore this movie.
American Symphony
Sometimes you need to be a fan of a celebrity in order to enjoy a documentary about them. This is not one of those movies.
GODZILLA MINUS ONE
This definitely isn’t your grandparents’ Godzilla. It’s much more similar to the 1954 version than any of the recent American franchise films.
The Marvels
That incredible feeling of “Dude, you had to see that OTHER MOVIE to understand what just happened!” has morphed into, “Dude, you HAVE to watch that other movie to understand what just happened.”
Gran Turismo
Gran Turismo is a fine enough popcorn movie. You can find much worse at the summer multiplex. But here’s hoping we get more Barbies than Gran Turismos in the coming years.
Killers of the Flower Moon
The story’s lack of surprise and insight makes us feel nearly every second of its mammoth runtime.
Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour
Rocking out with Taylor Swift isn’t what wistful movie buffs picture when they moan about the death of cinema, but it’s harder to imagine a clearer or more vivid example of the feeling they’re longing for.
Loki, Season 2
Loki (the series) is perfect for the person suffering from MCU fatigue, but not ready to quit just yet.
The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar
Wes Anderson is a filmmaker you want to watch, no matter what story he’s telling.
No One Will Save You
Its silence may grab all the headlines, but this film excels thanks to Kaitlyn Dever’s committed and precise performance.
Howl’s Moving Castle (2004)
Miyazaki’s film is about magic, it is magic, and it’s an instruction manual for how to live a life full of it.
Miguel Wants to Fight
If the script is a treasure chest full of heart, then it’s the four lead actors who turn the key and open it up for all to see.
A Haunting in Venice
Horror and mystery historically mingle well since they share a common goal: to explain the unknown.
Best of TIFF ‘23
A recap of Mr F’s first trip up to the Great White North for the world famous Toronto International Film Festival.
The Deepest Breath
The film feels more like a puzzle to be solved than a chance to spend intimate time with a group of extremely interesting people.

