This quiet drama paints a gripping, empathetic portrait of survival in the growing global gig economy.
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“On the End”
Though it leans into melodrama, its sincerity and sense of place give this small story genuine emotional weight.
“Ballad of a Small Player”
A slow, meandering, and emotionally opaque mood piece anchored by a phenomenal lead performance.
“Fuze”
A fairly standard heist movie, but one that’s elevated by a cool, high-concept premise and a smart execution.
“Roofman”
Based on a bizarre true story, this crowd-pleasing film is a portrait of love, desperation, and the lengths people will go to for a spark of human connection.
“The Last Viking”
This twisted comedy has sudden bursts of shocking violence, but is also a surprisingly heartfelt character drama.