Film Fest 919 Review: ‘The Banshees of Inisherin’ marks a return to McDonagh’s roots
“The Banshees of Inisherin” delivers McDonagh’s trademark black comedy and pitch-perfect performances in his most well-crafted film to date.
Film Fest 919 Review: ‘Devotion’ brings a nuanced new angle to the war drama
Thanks to its nuanced approach to storytelling and knockout performances by its core cast, “Devotion” rises above the standard war movie.
Film Fest 919 reveals 2022 lineup, led by ‘Devotion,’ ‘Glass Onion’
Film Fest 919 has announced its slate for the 2022 festival. Check out the full line up!
Johnny’s Awards Radar: Early 2023 Oscars Predictions
The time has come for Johnny Sobczak’s first round of 2023 Oscars predictions.
North Carolina Film Critics Association announces 2021 winners
“The Power of the Dog” earned six honors, including Best Narrative Film and Best Director
Review: Beautiful cinematography, tender performances bring ‘C’mon C’mon’ to life
“C’mon, C’mon” earns its emotional ups and downs on its way to being one of the best films of 2021.
Review: ‘Petite Maman’ tackles grief with tender childhood innocence
“Petite Maman” is a simple, tender story, but it manages to take grand ideas and whittle them down to the basics.
Johnny’s Awards Radar: The Pre-Festival 2022 Oscar Predictions
As festival season ramps up, senior writer Johnny Sobczak reveals his first batch of Oscar predictions for the 94th Academy Awards.
Review: ‘Judas and the Black Messiah’ gives an unflinching look at Fred Hampton
“Judas and the Black Messiah” finally etches the tragedy of Fred Hampton in celluloid for us to revisit and revere for years to come.
Review: Less is more in ‘Malcolm & Marie’ thanks to jaw-dropping performances from Zendaya, Washington
Writer-director Sam Levinson is operating at the top of his craft in this moment, and “Malcolm & Marie” is simply his latest example that sometimes less is more.
North Carolina Film Critics Association announces 2020 winners
The North Carolina Film Critics Association announced its winners for the 2020 season Monday.
Review: ‘Sound of Metal’ tells a deeply personal and important story
“Sound of Metal” is a deeply emotional and personal story of survival and understanding yourself and your place in the world.
Review: ‘Mank’ may be a technical marvel, but it’s empty inside
When it comes to the technical aspects, “Mank” is stunning, but its story and pacing fall flat.
Review: ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’ is a magnificent farewell to Chadwick Boseman
“Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” is a performance-driven film – and it more than delivers in that department thanks to Boseman and Davis.
Podcast: ‘On The Rocks’ Review, ‘Mandalorian’ Premiere Recap and the Worst Movie Idea Ever
Zach and Johnny are venturing into Apple TV+ to talk Sofia Coppola’s “On The Rocks.” Plus, “The Mandalorian” premiere, first reviews of “Mank,” and the worst movie idea ever!
Podcast: ‘Borat Subsequent Moviefilm’ Review, ‘Euphoria’ is Back and What’s Next for Denis Villeneuve?
Zach and Johnny are here to break down “Borat Subsequent Moviefilm.” Very nice! Plus, the guys discuss the return of “Euphoria,” Denis Villeneuve’s next project and the week’s new trailers.