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

Sundance Review: Phoebe in Wonderland

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A cute, whimsical movie that lacks a bit of magic, but showcases a great performance from little Elle Fanning.

Sundance Review: ‘Incendiary’ Showcases the Very Talented Michelle Williams

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It may not be the most entertaining film to come out of Sundance this year, but it certainly packs a punch.

Sundance Review: ‘The Merry Gentleman’ Is a Dark Comedy That is Awkard, Yet Tedious

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Michael Keaton may not get great praise for his directorial debut, but he has certainly shown that he has serious potential.

Sundance Review: ‘The Great Buck Howard’ Gets Some John Malkovich Magic

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John Malkovich stars as a washed up mentalist trying to get back into the spotlight in this very enjoyable comedy from Writer/Director Sean McGinly and Producer Tom Hanks.

Sundance Review: ‘Blind Date’ Has People Standing… And Leaving Early.

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Stanley Tucci directs himself and Patricia Clarkson in a film that might have an audience to find — it just won’t find one here.

Sundance Review: ‘The Wackness’ is Nothing Short of Brilliant

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Writer/Director Jonathan Levine has brought his incredibly intelligent, amazingly cast film to Sundance to delight audiences — especially those who were children of the 90s.

Sundance Review: The Yellow Handkerchief

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Three down and almost out strangers become unlikely friends and seek to help each other as they journey through the tough part of their lives.

Sundance Review: In Bruges

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Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson star as two hitmen hiding out in the worst possible place… Bruges, Belgium.

There Will Be Blood

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The title sets up some expectations of what is to come. That being said, there is blood, but there’s also much, much more.