2022 [CHINESE] Action Detective Dee: Tong Tian Shen Jiao (狄仁杰之通天神教) is a Chinese action-adventure film set during the Tang Dynasty’s first year under Emperor Wu Zetian. The story follows the legendary detective Di Renjie as he investigates a series of mysterious deaths linked to the enigmatic “Devouring Demon.” When Jinping, a key figure, dies under suspicious circumstances,…
I Love You Forever
2024 Comedy / Drama I Love You Forever is a dark comedy-drama directed by Cazzie David and Elisa Kalani, which subverts traditional romantic comedy tropes. The film follows Mackenzie (Sofia Black-D’Elia), a 20-something law student in Detroit, navigating the complexities of modern relationships. Disillusioned by her history of non-committal hookups and toxic “situationships,” Mackenzie meets Finn…
The Twister: Caught in the Storm
2025 Documentary The Twister: Caught in the Storm is a gripping Netflix documentary directed by Alexandra Lacey, premiering on March 19, 2025. The film revisits the devastating EF-5 tornado that struck Joplin, Missouri, on May 22, 2011, one of the deadliest tornadoes in U.S. history. With wind speeds exceeding 200 mph, the tornado claimed 161 lives,…
Katyn
Katyn – 2007 [POLISH] Action / Drama / History / War Katyn is a Polish historical drama directed by Andrzej Wajda, based on the book Post Mortem: The Story of Katyn by Andrzej Mularczyk. The film portrays the tragic events of the 1940 Katyn massacre, where over 22,000 Polish officers and intellectuals were executed by the Soviet NKVD on…
The Kingdom
2024 [FRENCH] Crime / Drama / Thriller The Kingdom (Le Royaume) is a 2024 French family crime drama directed by Julien Colonna. Set in Corsica during the turbulent summer of 1995, the film follows Lesia (Ghjuvanna Benedetti), a 15-year-old girl who is reluctantly drawn into her father Pierre-Paul’s (Saveriu Santucci) dangerous world of organized crime. Pierre-Paul, a…
Captain America: Brave New World
2025 Action / Adventure / Sci-Fi Captain America: Brave New World is the fourth installment in the Captain America film series and the 35th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Directed by Julius Onah, the movie follows Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) as he fully embraces his role as the new Captain America. The story picks up five…
My Dead Friend Zoe
2024 Comedy / Drama / War My Dead Friend Zoe is a heartfelt comedy-drama directed by Kyle Hausmann-Stokes, inspired by his real-life experiences as a U.S. Army veteran. The film stars Sonequa Martin-Green as Merit, an Afghanistan veteran grappling with PTSD and the loss of her best friend, Zoe (Natalie Morales). Despite Zoe’s death, her irreverent…
Daydark – il buio del giorno
2022 [ITALIAN] Thriller Daydark – il buio del giorno is a gripping Italian psychological thriller directed by Fabrizio La Monica. The film delves into a dark and intense conflict between an insane serial killer and the father of one of his victims. This cat-and-mouse game escalates into a psychological war that threatens to destroy the lives of…
Idiyan Chandhu
2024 [MALAYALAM] Comedy Idiyan Chandhu (translating to “Puncher Chandhu”) is a 2024 Indian Malayalam-language coming-of-age action thriller film written and directed by Sreejith Vijayan. The movie stars Vishnu Unnikrishnan in the title role of Chandhu, a young man whose formative years were marred by extreme trauma. Chandhu witnessed his mother suffering abuse at the hands of his…
Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League
2025 [JAPANESE] Animation Plot summary “Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League” is the thrilling sequel to the 2018 anime masterpiece Batman Ninja. Directed by Junpei Mizusaki and Shinji Takagi, this action-packed Japanese animation takes the Dark Knight and his allies on a new, high-stakes adventure. After returning to present-day Gotham City from feudal Japan, Batman discovers that the…
Last Breath
2025 Drama / Thriller Plot summary Immerse yourself in the gripping survival thriller Last Breath (2025), directed by Alex Parkinson. Based on a true story, this film follows a team of seasoned saturation divers battling the raging elements to rescue their stranded crewmate trapped hundreds of feet below the ocean’s surface. Starring Woody Harrelson, Simu Liu,…
Common Ground
2023 Documentary Plot summary “Common Ground” is a powerful documentary that delves into the transformative potential of regenerative agriculture to heal the planet. Directed by Josh and Rebecca Tickell, this film follows the journey of farmers and activists who are pioneering a new approach to farming that prioritizes soil health and sustainability. Featuring a star-studded…
Bitter Feast
2010 Comedy / Horror / Thriller Plot summary Bitter Feast is a 2010 psychological horror film directed by Joe Maggio, blending culinary arts with revenge-fueled terror. The story follows Peter Grey (James LeGros), a disgraced celebrity chef who loses his career after a scathing review by food critic J.T. Franks (Joshua Leonard). Consumed by bitterness, Grey…
A Complete Unknown
2024 Biography / Drama / Music Plot summary “A Complete Unknown” is a captivating biographical drama that chronicles the early career of Bob Dylan, played by Timothée Chalamet. The film follows Dylan’s journey from his arrival in New York City in 1961 to his pivotal performance at the 1965 Newport Folk Festival. As Dylan navigates…
Snakeeater
2024 Horror Plot summary “Snakeeater” is a gripping horror-drama film directed by Tore Knos, released in 2024. The story follows an unstable private investigator, Rick Miner, who finds himself on a perilous journey after waking up on a subway train with no memory of how he got there. As he delves into a mysterious case…
Here Be Dragons
2022 Drama / Thriller Plot summary Here Be Dragons (2022) is a thrilling fantasy-drama that explores the mysterious and dangerous world of dragons. Set in a realm where ancient myths collide with modern conflicts, the film follows a group of adventurers who uncover the secrets of dragons while facing perilous challenges. With stunning visuals and a…
Layla
2024 Comedy / Drama / Romance Plot summary “Layla” is a vibrant and emotionally charged film directed by Amrou Al-Kadhi, marking their feature debut. The story follows Layla, a non-binary Arab drag performer living in London, who exudes confidence on stage but secretly yearns for love. After a transformative performance at a corporate Pride event,…
The Parenting
2025 Comedy / Horror Plot summary The Parenting (2025) is a hilariously terrifying horror-comedy directed by Craig Johnson and written by Kent Sublette. The story follows Rohan (Nik Dodani) and Josh (Brandon Flynn), a young couple planning a weekend getaway to introduce their parents. They rent a charming countryside house, hoping for a perfect retreat, but…
Control Freak
2025 Horror Plot summary Control Freak (2025) is a chilling horror-thriller directed and written by Shal Ngo. The story follows Valerie (Kelly Marie Tran), a successful motivational speaker whose life spirals into chaos due to an unrelenting itch on the back of her head. As she struggles to maintain control, Valerie discovers the horrifying truth: she…
Royal-ish
2025 Romance Plot summary Royal-ish (2025) is a delightful Hallmark Channel romantic comedy that brings a modern fairytale to life. The story follows Lacey (Nichole Sakura), an amusement park princess who unexpectedly befriends 8-year-old Rose, a real-life princess. When Rose’s father, the charming Prince Henry (William Moseley), recruits Lacey to be Rose’s governess in their kingdom,…
Modi: Three Days on the Wing of Madness
2024 Comedy / Drama Plot summary Modi: Three Days on the Wing of Madness is a biographical drama film directed by Johnny Depp, based on the life of Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani. Set in World War I Paris, the film follows Modigliani, known to his friends as “Modi,” as he navigates a chaotic 72 hours. On…
The Fire Inside
2024 Biography / Drama / Sport Plot summary Claressa Shields, a high school junior from Flint, Michigan, aided by her tough-love coach, Jason Crutchfield, pushes past all limitations to become the first American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in boxing. But even at the pinnacle of success, Claressa has to reckon with the…
Rich Flu
2024 Sci-Fi / Thriller Plot summary Rich Flu is a gripping dystopian thriller directed by Galder Gaztelu-Urrutia, known for his work on The Platform. The film explores a world where a mysterious disease targets the wealthy, starting with billionaires and progressively affecting anyone with significant assets. As the disease spreads, panic sets in, and people desperately try…
High Rollers
2025 Action Plot summary High Rollers is a high-stakes action thriller directed by Randall Emmett under the pseudonym Ives, serving as the sequel to the 2024 film Cash Out. The movie follows master thief Mason Goddard (John Travolta), who has retired to a life of luxury with his crew and girlfriend, Amelia Decker (Gina Gershon). However, their…
Paddington in Peru
Paddington in Peru is the third installment in the beloved Paddington film series, directed by Dougal Wilson in his feature film debut. This live-action animated adventure-comedy follows Paddington Bear as he travels to Peru with the Brown family to visit his Aunt Lucy at the Home for Retired Bears. Upon their arrival, they discover Aunt Lucy has gone…
Hitman 2
Hitman 2 (2025) (Korean: 히트맨 2) is a South Korean action-comedy film directed by Choi Won-sub. A sequel to the 2020 hit Hitman: Agent Jun, the movie follows Jun (Kwon Sang-woo), a former webtoon artist whose career takes a dark turn after a real-life terrorist attack mirrors the plot of one of his stories. Wrongly accused by…
Anora
2024 Comedy / Drama / Romance Plot summary A young sex worker from Brooklyn gets her chance at a Cinderella story when she meets and impulsively marries the son of an oligarch. Once the news reaches Russia, her fairytale is threatened as his parents set out to get the marriage annulled. Anora is a captivating dramedy…
The Gorge
2025 Action / Adventure / Horror / Romance / Sci-Fi Plot summary Two highly trained operatives grow close from a distance after being sent to guard opposite sides of a mysterious gorge. When an evil below emerges, they must work together to survive what lies within. The Gorge is a gripping action-thriller directed by Scott Derrickson,…
Moana 2
After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana journeys alongside Maui and a new crew to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced. Moana 2 is a captivating animated musical adventure film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios. Directed by David Derrick Jr.,…
Mickey 17
Unlikely hero Mickey Barnes finds himself in the extraordinary circumstance of working for an employer who demands the ultimate commitment to the job… to die, for a living. Mickey 17 is a captivating science fiction film directed by Bong Joon Ho, released on February 28, 2025. The movie follows Mickey Barnes (Robert Pattinson), an “Expendable” on…