Film Reviews

“Boy Kills World may seem like an inclusive feature, but underneath the admittedly fun carnage is a feeble attempt at genuine representation.”

“The Zone of Interest takes the most unlikely of stands towards female autonomy and gender equity: Women can be just as callous, just as brutal, as men.

“Whenever two women have a conversation, it’s only ever about Kneecap or its male band members.”

“Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny fulfills its don’t-cancel-me quota and phones in the rest.”

“The Long Game resorts to Hollywood pitfalls of white saviors and respectability politics.”

“Elvis reinforces the flimsy justifications often given for Presley’s appropriation of Black culture.”

“Women in Top Gun: Maverick don’t see much development, but written dialogue and camerawork treat them with respect.”

“Two women are the voices of reason in a maelstrom of absurdity in The Banshees of Inisherin.”

“The showcase of Cape Town’s multiculturalism is where The Umbrella Men shines.”

“It’s positive to see The Devil You Know showcase loving relationships between Black men, even if it indulges in stereotypes to get there.”

“Despite some well-executed diversity, Moonfall ultimately worships at the altar of white male ‘mavericks.’”