The Room Next Door (2024)
81%
“'The Room Next Door' talks about a friendship rekindled by the two main female characters, which becomes a relationship similar to romantic love, but without love’s inconveniences. The film also leaves us with thoughts about death and dying...” –
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Apr 25, 2025
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Dahomey (2024)
99%
“Through 'Dahomey', Diop not only records a historic moment; she invites us to confront the ongoing legacies of colonialism and to question whether restitution can truly undo the past or merely provide a path forward toward healing.” –
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Apr 25, 2025
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Never Look Away (2024)
93%
“As a story about a captivating and interesting individual who worked in some of the most dangerous parts of the world, 'Never Look Away' provides a good balance in terms of the personal and the professional sides of Margaret Moth.” –
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Apr 25, 2025
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Memoir of a Snail (2024)
95%
“With Memoir of a Snail, Adam Elliot reminds us why he is one of animation’s unique voices. The film’s absurd humour, melancholy, and beautiful hand-crafted artistry create a humbling human experience.” –
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Apr 25, 2025
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The Last Showgirl (2024)
83%
“The Last Showgirl is a moving portrayal of a multi-generational group of women who, while facing uncertainty, attempt to figure out their next steps for their future. ” –
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Apr 25, 2025
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Párvulos: Children of the Apocalypse (2024)
89%
“Mexican filmmaker Isaac Ezban returns with PÁRVULOS, a blend of dystopian horror and emotional introspection... [the film] is both a genre piece and an emotional journey. ” –
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Apr 25, 2025
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Bring Them Down (2024)
90%
“The result is a story that will shock, anger and even make audiences gasp. In these uncomfortable spaces lies what makes this film interesting and challenging... it leaves us with plenty to think about...” –
Hye's Musings
Oct 28, 2024
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Aberdeen (2024)
“This is what [ABERDEEN] reminds us of – that it can take almost a lifetime to undo all the grief and destruction from this [intergenerational] trauma. Nonetheless, change is possible and families can reunite and start anew.” –
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Oct 28, 2024
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Superboys of Malegaon (2024)
88%
“'Superboys of Maleagaon' is not only a biopic relating the life of Shaikh and his close friends, but also a caring look at the ‘magic’ that movies and friendship can create.” –
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Oct 28, 2024
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Eureka (2023)
83%
“As a work of art, [EUREKA] is a film that demands patience, but for those willing to engage, it will leave a lasting impression.” –
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Oct 28, 2024
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National Anthem (2023)
91%
“At its core, NATIONAL ANTHEM is A sensual, fun and thoughtful in its depiction of a group of people finding their place and voice in the world. The film explores themes of chosen family and the quest for authenticity...” –
Hye's Musings
Jul 20, 2024
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Richelieu (2023)
“Although it is a fiction film, it addresses some key themes that impact those of us living across Canada directly and indirectly.” –
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Jun 27, 2024
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The Settlers (2023)
93%
“'The Settlers'... challenges what we are taught (and not taught) in history books. It is asking us to question said history and to acknowlege that all colonies were established through violence and genocide.” –
Hye's Musings
Jun 4, 2024
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With Love and a Major Organ (2023)
88%
“With elements of magic realism, 'With Love and a Major Organ' addresses our inability to connect to each other... It stretches our imagination while asking us to acknowledge the courage it takes to be true to one’s own ‘heart’.” –
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Jun 4, 2024
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How to Have Sex (2023)
97%
“In 'How To Have Sex'... Manning Walker has written a young person’s story that is honest and relatable in various ways. ” –
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Jun 4, 2024
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Rouge (2024)
100%
“With excellent use of archival footage, personal interviews and on-the-court camera work, ROUGE... is a testament to the legacy of River Rouge Panthers, the need to have sports programs that support young students, and the importance of community.” –
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Jun 4, 2024
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Chasing Time (2024)
“In its short 39-minute running time, CHASING TIME... is a moving tribute to Balog’s mentorship to the entire team team. And no least important, it is a “love letter” from Orlowski-Yang to Balog with whom he has developed a close friendship over the years.” –
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Jun 4, 2024
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Seagrass (2023)
95%
“'Seagrass' tackles some big and heavy themes early on... It is through sitting and sifting through the uncomfortable parts of life, and those uncomfortable feelings, that change and healing can take place.” –
Hye's Musings
Apr 3, 2024
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Kite Zo A (2023)
“'Kite Zo A' is a visual and emotional journey through Haiti. It does so without showing images of the harsh realities the country and its people have been living in for years.” –
Hye's Musings
Apr 3, 2024
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African Giants (2024)
100%
3.5/5
“'African Giants' is a rich story. The film is a love letter to brotherhood. There are many aspects of the film that I appreciate... being witness to the brothers in moments of vulnerability, moments of truth, moments of struggle, and moments of love.” –
Hye's Musings
Jan 29, 2024
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Raging Grace (2023)
95%
3.5/5
“Using elements from gothic horror, writer/director Paris Zarcilla gives us a film with tension, haunted house atmosphere and for some, a few jump scares while also addressing some socio-political themes head on.” –
Hye's Musings
Dec 17, 2023
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Praying for Armageddon (2023)
83%
4/5
“The film is a... real deep dive into religion, power and policy, this film unveils how politicians driven by faith will do whatever it takes to ensure their prophetic vision for the end of days comes true. At any cost.” –
Hye's Musings
Sep 15, 2023
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Retrograde (2022)
89%
3/5
“'Retrograde' has been commended for its tragic humour and for exploring truth and accountability through a dryly comic lens. It is a very singular and personal look at these themes, and one that will keep you engaged for its entirety.” –
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Sep 15, 2023
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The Eternal Memory (2023)
92%
4/5
“'The Eternal Memory' is... a love story told through cinematic language, not always seen in documentaries. 'The Eternal Memory' is a reminder of the fragility of memory but also about the long lasting power of love.” –
Hye's Musings
Sep 15, 2023
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Satanic Hispanics (2022)
89%
3.5/5
“As an anthology Satanic Hispanics, has its ups and downs... In its aim to spotlight Latino talent in front and behind the camera, however, 'Satanic Hispanics' succeeds quite well.” –
Hye's Musings
Sep 15, 2023
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