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OCA: A Profound Meditation on Faith, Control & God's Will
“Father, I often think about the wind, how it moves things and how God moves the wind to bring everything where it should be, where it belongs.” These opening words in Karla Badillo’s debut feature OCA set the tone for everything that follows, a meditation on faith, doubt, and the mysterious ways belief shapes human lives. Photo Courtesy of Cinema Tropical The film follows Rafaela, a nun who claims to receive visions from God, visions that often come true, though those aroun
Oct 153 min read


After The Hunt - Julia Roberts Shines In A Philosophical Examination of Generational Morality
After the Hunt is a rich, philosophical exploration of generational divides, brought vividly to life by a stellar cast. It’s a dialogue-driven film, a “people talking” movie, that engages the audience through sharp, witty writing that leaves breadcrumb trails along the way. These trails occasionally mislead, intentionally so, mirroring the confusion, guilt, and defensiveness that can surface when each generation is confronted with devastating accusations before all the fact
Oct 142 min read


Treasure Of The Rice Terraces - Preserving Culture One Tap At A Time
Treasure of the Rice Terraces is more than just a documentary, it’s a heartfelt exploration of identity, heritage, and the delicate act...
Oct 52 min read


If I Had Legs I'd Kick You: Motherhood, Metaphors, and Missed Connections
I’m usually the first to champion an abstract film that leans on allegory, but If I Had Legs I’d Kick You is a big swing with too many...
Oct 32 min read


The Smashing Machine - Attempts To Be A Knockout Punch, But Lacks The Decisive Blow
The Smashing Machine attempts to deliver a hard-hitting portrait of Mark Kerr, the legendary mixed martial artist whose career was...
Oct 23 min read
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