FOLLOWING FILMS

This Friday, September 19, director Nicolas Ballesteros releases In Whose Name?, a six-year-in-the-making documentary about Ye (formerly Kanye West). The film promises an unfiltered look at Ye’s tumultuous journey—through his billion-dollar empire, his battles with bipolar disorder, his marriage’s collapse, his shifting circle of allies, and the paranoia that increasingly defined his life. Ballesteros, who began filming Ye at just eighteen, embedded himself in the artist’s world, amassing over 3,000 hours of footage. The press materials position the project as more than a portrait of a cultural icon; they suggest it’s a meditation on fame, faith, mental health, and power. The trailer teases rare moments of vulnerability, like Ye walking through his childhood home in Chicago or speaking candidly about his diagnosis. And yet, despite all this, I can’t say I’m particularly interested. The idea of dedicating hours—let alone six years—to “understanding” a man who has proudly flirted with Na...

Robert Redford, who has passed away at 89, leaves behind one of the most enduring and influential careers in American film. He was more than just a leading man—he was a director, producer, and founder of the Sundance Film Festival, where he helped elevate independent cinema. His passing is not just the loss of a Hollywood icon, but the departure of someone who reshaped how stories are told. To honor him, it’s worth revisiting five of his most memorable performances, which together showcase his range, magnetism, and depth. One of his later triumphs came in All Is Lost (2013), a film that demonstrated his ability to command the screen with almost no dialogue. Playing a lone sailor stranded at sea after his yacht is damaged, Redford carries the story on pure presence. It’s a study in survival and resilience, and his performance is stripped down to its essence: a man against nature, determined to endure. Many critics hailed it as one of the most remarkable late-career turns by any actor, ...

Some heroes wear capes. Others wear spandex. But only one drags around a mop and a whole lot of toxic waste. Cineverse has officially announced that The Toxic Avenger will be sliming his way into homes this fall, and if you’ve been waiting to add this glorious oddball to your collection, the time has finally come. The film, which landed with an unexpected splat of critical acclaim earlier this year, will arrive on digital September 30, 2025, before oozing onto physical media October 28, just in time for Halloween marathons. Director Macon Blair—who has already proven he can blend dark humor with a little pathos in I Don’t Feel at Home in This World Anymore—takes the mop-wielding monster hero and gives him a fresh radioactive glow-up. This version stars Peter Dinklage as Winston Gooze, a down-on-his-luck janitor who gets doused in something far worse than bleach and comes out the other side as Tromaville’s most reluctant savior. He’s joined by an all-star lineup including Kevin Bacon (c...

The Last Horror Film is one of those curious artifacts from the early 1980s that lives in the borderland between exploitation and meta-commentary. Directed by David Winters and starring Joe Spinell alongside Caroline Munro, the movie is often overlooked in the broader horror conversation, but it has qualities that make it worth discussing. Part slasher, part satire, and part psychological portrait, it occupies a strange, messy but fascinating place in horror history. The story follows Vinny Durand, a New York cab driver with big dreams of making movies. His life, however, revolves almost entirely around his obsession with horror actress Jana Bates. When Jana travels to the Cannes Film Festival, Vinny follows her, carrying a camera and his delusions. He is convinced that if he can just get close enough, he will convince her to star in his film. Once he arrives at Cannes, however, events spiral. Jana finds herself surrounded by threatening phone calls, unexplained disappearances, and vio...

The first season of Watson arrives with a premise both ambitious and unusual. Rather than recycling the countless retellings of Sherlock Holmes, the show pivots away from the famous detective and asks what happens when his steadfast partner steps out of the shadows. With Sherlock presumed dead, Dr. John Watson inherits not only grief and lingering trauma but also the opportunity to shape a new path. He channels his medical background into founding a clinic that specializes in cases no one else can solve. It is part hospital, part detective bureau, and part personal experiment in healing. This setup establishes a tone that is darker and more contemplative than many of its network-drama peers, though it still relies on the familiar rhythms of weekly medical puzzles. Morris Chestnut, as Watson, is the undeniable centerpiece. His version of the character is confident but visibly scarred, navigating both the practical challenges of running a medical institute and the psychological weight ...

In 1993, Freaked hit theaters with all the subtlety of a neon sledgehammer—and then promptly disappeared. The bizarre, anarchic comedy from directors Alex Winter and Tom Stern barely saw the light of day upon release, only managing a handful of screenings before vanishing from the mainstream. Yet in the decades since, the film has developed a rabid cult following, fueled by late-night cable airings, VHS rentals, and word-of-mouth recommendations from those who discovered its one-of-a-kind blend of chaotic energy, surreal humor, and dazzlingly grotesque practical effects. Now, after years of obscurity, Freaked is getting the restoration and digital release fans have been begging for. For the first time, audiences will be able to experience the film in a pristine presentation that showcases not only its outrageous gags but also the eye-popping production design from a then-up-and-coming Catherine Hardwicke, who would later go on to direct Thirteen and Twilight . Part gross-out comed...

Eli Roth’s new horror studio, The Horror Section, has struck a worldwide merchandising partnership with alternative lifestyle brand Blackcraft Cult. The collaboration, announced today, will see Blackcraft handle e-commerce, retail, and event-based merchandise for The Horror Section’s upcoming releases and initiatives. The agreement kicks off with film-specific collections tied to the company’s slate, beginning with Jimmy & Stiggs, which hit theaters in August. Next up is Dream Eater, opening October 24, followed by Roth’s Ice Cream Man in 2026. The deal also covers Roth’s newly announced project, Don’t Go in That House, Bitch!, revealed at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival. The film will be produced by Roth alongside Snoop Dogg, who will also contribute an original soundtrack. Fans will be able to purchase merchandise through The Horror Section’s official store, Blackcraft Cult’s online shop, and the brand’s physical locations in Los Angeles and Salem, Massachusetts. ...

With the long-awaited film adaptation of The Long Walk finally arriving in theaters after decades of development, it feels like the perfect moment to revisit Stephen King’s haunting novel. First published in 1979 under his Richard Bachman pseudonym, the book has lingered in the imaginations of readers and filmmakers alike, earning a reputation as one of King’s most psychologically relentless works. The story’s bleak simplicity and unflinching look at human endurance have long made it a daunting challenge to bring to the screen, which is why the release of the movie marks both a milestone for King adaptations and an opportunity to re-examine the brutal brilliance of the original text. At first glance, the premise appears straightforward: one hundred teenage boys begin a government-sponsored walking contest. The rules are simple—each participant must maintain a pace of at least four miles per hour. If a boy slows down too often or tries to stop, soldiers monitoring the event execute him ...

The 2026 Innings Festival is set to return to Tempe Beach Park & Arts Park in Tempe, Arizona, from February 20–22, 2026. This year's festival expands to a three-day event, offering an impressive lineup of over 25 artists across three stages, with no overlapping sets inningsfestival.com Headliners Mumford & Sons – Kicking off the festival on Friday, February 20, the British folk-rock band is known for their energetic performances and chart-topping hits. Twenty One Pilots – On Saturday, February 21, the genre-blending duo will bring their unique mix of rock, rap, and electronic music to the stage. Blink-182 – Concluding the festival on Sunday, February 22, the iconic pop-punk band is expected to deliver a high-energy set filled with fan favorites. Additional Performers The festival's diverse lineup includes: Cage The Elephant – Known for their dynamic live shows and eclectic sound. Sublime – Bringing their signature blend of ska, reggae, and punk. Lord Huron – Offering...