Reviews

Over the course of our more than 15-year existence, FSR has published thousands of reviews. We have reviewed movies from film festivals like Sundance, SXSW, TIFF, and Cannes. We review new theatrical and streaming releases. We even have two recurring columns — Previously On and Up Next — in which we review new and returning TV shows. And just as a fun fact, we used to give out letter grades with our reviews.

Browse our entire reviews archive below

Only Murders In The Building Season 3 Review

‘Only Murders In The Building’ Loses Some Razzle Dazzle in Season 3

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Meryl Streep! Broadway! More murder! On paper Only Murders in the Building season 3 has it all, but is it enough?

Reservation Dogs Season 3 Ending

‘Reservation Dogs’ Is Ending On A High Note, But It’s Always Been Fantastic

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Sterlin Harjo’s groundbreaking coming-of-age series wraps up with a sweet, funny, heartfelt new season, now on FX and Hulu.

Sympathy For The Devil

‘Sympathy for the Devil’ Finds a Spark Thanks to Nicolas Cage [Fantasia 2023]

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It’s a Nicolas Cage film, so you already know what the highlight is going to be.

Manhole

‘#Manhole’ Finds Unexpected Thrills Both In and Out of a Man-Sized Hole [Fantasia 2023]

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In the battle between man and hole, the outcome has never been more unpredictable.

Heartstopper Season 2

Teen Dramas Don’t Get Much Sweeter Than ‘Heartstopper’ Season 2

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Netflix’s popular queer coming-of-age romance is as adorable as ever in its second season.

Good Omens Season 2

‘Good Omens’ Season 2 Is Charming And Addictive

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The second installment of this fantasy-comedy series based on the work of Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett is an expansive, winning love story.

River

‘River’ Is a Hilarious and Sweet Palate Cleanser for the Soul [Fantasia 2023]

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No joke, this Japanese Indie might just be the best and most satisfying film of the year.

The Sacrifice Game

‘The Sacrifice Game’ Serves Up a Bloody Good Time for Genre Fans [Fantasia 2023]

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Christmas break at an all-girls school in the late 70s, and a quartet of killers come calling…

Baby Assassins 2

‘Baby Assassins 2’ Delivers More Slacker Action/Comedy Greatness [Fantasia 2023]

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A mismatched buddy comedy with great action and lots of talk about food? Yes please.