Presence Is an Unusual And Discomforting Spirit Film
Presence is not a horror film but a slow build up of uncomfortable moments that crescendo with a surprise ending, leaning more toward tragic than horrific.
FIlm Reviews
DarkSkyLady’s page of film reviews, critiques, and analysis. Genre runs the gamut from animation movies to documentaries to horror movies all through their unique lens.
Wolf Man Is A Breezy, Yet Genuine Horror-Filled Rollercoaster
Director Leigh Whannell’s Wolf Man is a suspenseful yet poignant reboot of the 1941 classic, filled with sharp scares and effects.
The Last Showgirl Is a Fascinating Pursuit of Dreams
With The Last Showgirl, director Gia Coppola creates a character-centric and cathartic tale about dreams and the cost of pursuing them.
Babygirl Is a Remarkable And Daring Second Feature
Babygirl marks an daring and exciting second directorial feature from Halina Reijn with an excellent cast, led by Nicole Kidman.
A Complete Unknown Is Entertaining But Shallow
A Complete Unknown is interesting however, it feels hollow relying on music and star power to carry the film. But fans of Dylan or the cast might enjoy.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Is Great, Vibrant Fun
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is a fun and satisfying entry in the film series that caters to fans of the franchise as well as to families.
Alix Captures Innocence And Horror in Wonderful Fantasy Realism
Alix employs magical realism to capture the wonder of childhood innocence and the horror of adult danger, war, and innocence lost.
Queer Is A Middling, Yet Unique & Interesting Adaptation
Director Luca Guadagnino’s adaptation of William S. Burroughs’ Queer is a middling, yet unique adaptation, anchored by a great performance from Daniel Craig.
Y2K Is A Funny, Yet Authentic Genre Mash-Up
SNL Alum Kyle Mooney goes back in time with Y2K, crafting a genre mash-up between a coming-of-age flick and a Sci-Fi/Horror Film.
The Order Is A Strong, Relevant Rollercoaster [AFI Fest]
Led by standout performances from Jude Law and Nicholas Hoult, The Order is a chilling crime thriller that will leave you on the edge of your seat.
Nightbitch Is A Hilarious, Fascinating Exploration of Motherhood [AFI Fest]
Nightbitch is a hilarious, but fascinating exploration of the trials and tribulations of motherhood, led by a great performance from Amy Adams.
The Fire Inside Is A Great, Knockout Debut [AFI Fest]
The Fire Inside is a great directorial debut from director Rachel Morrison, only elevated by strong performances by newcomer Ryan Destiny and Brian Tyree Henry.