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‘Beau Is Afraid’ Trailer: Joaquin Phoenix Stars in Newest Film from A24 and Ari Aster

The trailer for A24’s upcoming film, Beau is Afraid was released today. It is written and directed by Ari Aster and stars Joaquin Phoenix. Additional cast members include Nathan Lane, Patti LuPone, Amy Ryan, Kylie Rogers, Parker Posey, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Hayley Squires, Michael Gandolfini, Zoe Lister-Jones and Richard Kind. The official Beau Is Afraid synopsis reads: “A paranoid man embarks on an epic odyssey … Continue reading ‘Beau Is Afraid’ Trailer: Joaquin Phoenix Stars in Newest Film from A24 and Ari Aster

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‘Sissy’ Review

Sissy is a film written and directed by Hannah Barlow and Kane Senes. Story The film follows influencer Cecilia. As a tween, she was best friends with Emma. This friendship was shattered by another girl, Alex. Years have passed, until Cecilia runs into Emma at the store. Excited, Emma invites Cecilia to her bachelorette weekend, located in an isolated cabin in the mountains. Visuals The … Continue reading ‘Sissy’ Review

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‘Triangle of Sadness’ Review

Triangle of Sadness is a satirical dark comedy directed by Ruben Östlund. Story The film follows a fashion model couple, Yaya (Charlbi Dean Kriek) and Carl (Harris Dickinson). They are invited on a cruise for the ultra-rich, which at first seems like paradise. The ship ends up sinking, leading Yaya, Carl, and several of their shipmates to become stranded on an island. Visuals The film … Continue reading ‘Triangle of Sadness’ Review

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‘The Menu’ Review [Fantastic Fest]

Mark Mylod’s The Menu is a dark comedy focused on the disparities between the working class, the rich, their relationship to food, and the lengths that we will go for passion. Story The story follows a couple, Margot (Anya Taylor-Joy) and Tyler (Nicholas Hoult) who visit an exclusive destination restaurant on a remote island. The restaurant features a cult-like staff who dedicate their lives to … Continue reading ‘The Menu’ Review [Fantastic Fest]

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