Succession (Season Four)

Written by Anna Harrison "So, finally, “Succession” changed, and that titular promise could finally be fulfilled..."… Continue reading.

SIFF 2023: Until Branches Bend

Written by Anna Harrison "Like her protagonist, Jarvis also finds herself split between two impulses: there is the plainer, more domestic fare of her film, and the dreamlike paranoia that Robin finds herself slipping into..."… Continue reading.

SIFF 2023: I Like Movies

Written by Anna Harrison "It’s a testament to Levack’s writing and directing, as well as Lehtinen’s performance, that they both manage to find the humanity in Lawrence..."… Continue reading.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

Written by Anna Harrison "But still, in the days of increasingly lackluster MCU entries, “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” feels like something of a miracle..."… Continue reading.

Carmen

Written by Anna Harrison "In combination with Millepied’s eye for beauty and evocative choreography, the result is an otherworldly feast for the eyes and ears dragged down the moment the characters open their mouths to talk."… Continue reading.

Tetris

Written by Anna Harrison "Tetris, as a game, seems unremarkable in the cluttered landscape of 2023; it may be something you do while in line, bored at work, or on the toilet, but you can only make so many rows … Continue reading.

The Last of Us

Written by Anna Harrison "Why the hell did you even adapt this for television in the first place if you’re just going to keep things the same, right down to the camera angles and cuts? What do you need this … Continue reading.

Sharper

Written by Anna Harrison "The saddest thing, though, is that ten years ago, this could have made bank: it’s a more than solid directorial debut and a good showcase for a talented, well-known cast. But the year is 2023, and … Continue reading.

Slamdance 2023: A Perfect Day for Caribou

Written by Anna Harrison "Director Jeff Rutherford keeps “A Perfect Day for Caribou” restrained, skirting close to the line of boredom and occasionally crossing into it, but there is something to be said for how he exerts such careful control..."… Continue reading.

Cocaine Bear

Written by Anna Harrison "The bear is the biggest breakout star of the 21st century. The bear is my friend. I will protect this bear with my life. The bear, sadly, is not the character with the most screentime..."… Continue reading.