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‘The Ballad of Wallis Island’ Review: Carey Mulligan Adds Grace Notes but Tom Basden and Tim Key Provide the Melody to This Minor-Key Charmer
James Griffiths’ The Ballad of Wallis Island is a tender comedy-drama about a long-lost folk duo reuniting for an unlikely performance. With standout performances from Carey Mulligan, Tom Basden, and Tim Key, the film explores nostalgia, love, and the power of music. Read our full review.
‘Rabbit Trap’ Review: Dev Patel Tampers With Ancient Magic in Bryn Chainey’s ASMR Folk Horror
Dev Patel and Rosy McEwen star in Rabbit Trap, a hypnotic ASMR-infused folk horror that explores the intersection of sound, trauma, and ancient magic. Read our Sundance review.
'Atropia' Review: Alia Shawkat stars in a Luca Guadagnino produced military satire that’s stretched too thin.
Alia Shawkat stars in Atropia, a military satire from Hailey Gates that examines the unsettling ties between Hollywood and the U.S. military. Read our full review here.
Sundance 2025: A First-Timer's Perspective on the Magic of Park City
Experiencing Sundance Film Festival for the first time was nothing short of transformative. From 35 incredible films to the unparalleled energy of Park City, here’s why I hope Sundance remains exactly where it is.
2025 Sundance Film Festival Award Winners Announced
The 2025 Sundance Film Festival has announced its winners, including Atropia, Seeds, and Zodiac Killer Project. Read the full list and our exclusive reviews.
‘Peter Hujar’s Day’ Review: Ben Whishaw and Rebecca Hall Take an Illuminating Snapshot of a Queer Artist in Ira Sachs’ Gorgeous Character Study
Ira Sachs’ Peter Hujar’s Day is a mesmerizing, deeply intimate character study of the iconic photographer, starring Ben Whishaw and Rebecca Hall. A must-see at Sundance 2025.
‘Rebuilding’ Review: Josh O’Connor Is Heart-Wrenching in a Tender Portrait of Post-Wildfire Loss and Resilience
Josh O’Connor delivers a career-best performance in Rebuilding, a moving tale of resilience, loss, and connection. Read our Sundance review now.
‘Sunfish (& Other Stories on Green Lake)’ Review: A Nostalgic and Poignant Meditation on Small-Town Summers
Sierra Falconer’s Sunfish (& Other Stories on Green Lake) is a tender slice-of-life drama capturing one transformative summer through four interconnected stories. A Sundance 2025 highlight, blending nostalgia, humor, and emotional depth.
‘Sorry, Baby’ Review: Eva Victor’s Feature Debut Is a Frank, Funny, and Tender Spin on the Female ‘Traumedy’
Eva Victor’s Sorry, Baby delivers a fresh, funny, and deeply moving take on trauma and healing. Read our Sundance review of this standout indie film.
‘Together’ Review: Dave Franco and Alison Brie Embrace Love, Gore, and Codependency in Michael Shanks’ Absurdly Inventive Horror-Comedy
Michael Shanks’ Together is a brilliantly grotesque mix of horror and dark comedy, starring Dave Franco and Alison Brie as a couple whose toxic relationship manifests in terrifying body mutations. A must-see at Sundance 2025!