Written by Nick McCann "Alien" is deceptively simple. Unknown creature. Trapped crew. Perfect organism. Yet decades later, nothing touches its legacy. The creature design, the characters, the world – all untouchable. This isn't just a horror film; it's THE benchmark … Continue reading.
Category: New Releases
Shadow Force
Written by Nick McCann "Omar Sy and Kerry Washington do what they can with the material, occasionally finding moments to shine. But the script can't figure out how to balance their dual lives as reformed killers and devoted parents, leaving … Continue reading.
Cleaner
Written by Nick McCann ""Die Hard" didn't just spawn sequels—it birthed an entire subgenre. For decades, studios have been chasing that Nakatomi Plaza lightning in a bottle, with results ranging from memorable to instantly forgettable. Even today, the formula's persistence … Continue reading.
A Minecraft Movie
Written by Nick McCann "I haven't touched "Minecraft" in at least a decade, which makes seeing its current upswing in popularity baffle my mind. Yet its importance and continued appeal as one of history's most successful video games is..."… Continue reading.
Bring Them Down
Written by Taylor Baker "Christopher Andrews' directorial debut "Bring Them Down" opens with deliberate simplicity—a vehicle navigating a gravel path, dust billowing in its wake as it traverses a seemingly endless driveway in rural Ireland. By the film's conclusion, we've … Continue reading.
Fight or Flight
Written by Nick McCann "The action walks that fine line between ultraviolence and zaniness, delivering D.I.Y. barbarism with creative flair. Cinematography wisely favors wide shots despite the cramped quarters, while the editing..."… Continue reading.
On Swift Horses
Written by Anna Harrison "You would think that a movie about gambling on horse races—at least in part—would be exciting; likewise, it seems to follow that the title of “On Swift Horses,” based on the Shannon Pufahl novel, implies some … Continue reading.
SIFF 2025: Sorry, Baby
Written by Taylor Baker "Eva's sincerity and genuineness allow this material to be repurposed in a way that is not only sincere but feels original. You can sense her authorship creating this project, and that vision allows the cohesion of … Continue reading.
Most Anticipated Films of 2025
Our Drink in the Movies team has compiled a comprehensive piece that provides a shared look at each of our top 10 most anticipated films of 2025. All selections are currently scheduled for a 2025 release and/or in post-production.… Continue reading.
Andor (Season Two)
Written by Anna Harrison "A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, “Star Wars” was good. It looked beautiful. Its characters were lively. Its script had meaning (even if it sometimes lacked nuance). The releases were proper events, … Continue reading.
