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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

Holy Spider

‘Holy Spider’ Is a Compelling True Crime Tale That Idolizes Its Killer

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When dramatizing a real serial killer’s reign, we need to think more about the victims and the people who loved them living in the aftermath.

The Crown Season Diana

‘The Crown’ Has Finally Lost Some Luster in Season 5

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Scripts that lack subtlety and a focus on all the wrong characters make this the weakest season in the series’ often fantastic run.

The Inspection Review

“The Inspection” Is An Intensely Personal Boot Camp Drama

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The promising debut narrative feature from Elegance Bratton never quite finds its narrative balance.

Black Panther Wakanda Forever

‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ Tries (and Mostly Succeeds) to Balance Emotion and Spectacle

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The king is dead! Long live the…

The White Lotus Season Review

‘The White Lotus’ Makes a Welcome Return With an A Dynamic New Cast

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The White Lotus season two introduces a whole new cast of characters for a compelling, if not quite bitingly satirical, trip to Sicily.

Netflix All Quiet On The Western Front

Netflix’s ‘All Quiet on the Western Front’ Is One of the Most Harrowing War Movies Since ‘Come and See’

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The newest adaptation of Erich Maria Remarque’s acclaimed 1929 novel sees war at its most chilling.

Stars At Noon Review

Margaret Qualley Gives a Tremendous Performance in Claire Denis’ Evocative ‘Stars at Noon’

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This romantic thriller finds the personal in the political.

Guillermo Del Toro Cabinet Of Curiosities Review

Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Cabinet of Curiosities’ is a Well-Curated, Wide-Ranging Horror Anthology

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Netflix’s latest anthology features Guillermo del Toro presenting eight horror stories from genre filmmakers. It’s ambitious, creative, and at times delightfully creepy.

Showing Up Review

Kelly Reichardt’s ‘Showing Up’ Captures the Labor & Challenges of Creating Art

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Michelle Williams gives one of the year’s best performances as a sculptor dealing with the struggles of daily life.