This understated character study about damaged people and broken relationships is painful, touching, and emotionally powerful, from its restrained beginning to its most forceful final blow.
Category: TIFF
“The Humans”
A sophisticated and complex family drama about anxiety, betrayal, loneliness, and fear of death.
“Belfast”
I loved everything about this touching, funny, poignant, and beautiful film, and it is among the very best of the year.
“Encounter”
I can almost guarantee this will be mismarketed by the studio as an exciting, action-packed sci-fi thriller. It’s not.
“Are You Lonesome Tonight?”
This crime noir with a high degree of artistic merit is a confident debut from director Shipei Wen.
“Spencer”
This film isn’t grand in scope, but in its concept and storytelling. It also features one of the very best performances of the year.
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