How can a film about alcoholism be funny? This Japanese dark comedy directed by Kenji Katagiri sets out to prove how a delicate blend of realism and deadpan humour can render even the most painful of situations comedic. It’s a story worth watching for those moments alone.
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Akilla's Escape | New Life For a Tired Genre
The characters and their histories certainly add a unique perspective to this film. But unfortunately, no amount of intriguing backstory is enough to paper over the more than familiar plot devices that run the rest of the story. Those looking for something more than tired tropes may leave dissatisfied.
Read MoreBlack Bear | A (Potentially?) Meta Look at Storytelling
It’s not that the film is confusing or difficult to follow; it just struggles to connect the dots between the two pieces and a greater theme. Although we struggled to fully get on board with this movie, we recommend it due to Plaza’s performance and the general humour that the story brings.
Read MoreNo Visible Trauma | An Eye-Opening Look at Calgary's Police Brutality
For those who like to say that Canada’s policing system isn’t as bad as other places in the world, hopefully this film serves as a wakeup call that horrific injustice is happening much closer to home than one might want to believe.
Read MoreThe Curse of Willow Song | A Slow-Burn Horror That Will Leave You Terrified
The directing, acting, and construction of frames are just a few of the elements that make Karen Lam’s The Curse of Willow Song an instant horror classic. It’s a must-watch for those who consider themselves fans of the terrifying and beautiful.
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