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20/11/2025

In the newest episode of the 1st Reviews podcast, we sit down with Elijah Guess, the cinematographer behind Violent Ends, the 2025 Southern crime-thriller that blends gritty realism with haunting Ozark atmosphere. Elijah shares how he crafted the film’s moody visual language — from capturing the tension of backwoods family feuds to shaping the film’s dark, Gothic tone. We dive into his creative process, the challenges of shooting in the rugged Ozark landscape, and how visual storytelling helps amplify themes of violence, legacy, and redemption. A must-listen for film lovers and anyone curious about the craft behind compelling cinematography.

VIOLENT ENDS is now available to rent on all VOD platforms.

The full interview is available on YouTube and all podcast apps

Ballad of a Small Player – Review 🎲🔥Edward Berger and Colin Farrell team up for Ballad of a Small Player, a sleek descen...
18/11/2025

Ballad of a Small Player – Review 🎲🔥

Edward Berger and Colin Farrell team up for Ballad of a Small Player, a sleek descent into gambling addiction and self-destruction. Farrell is gripping as Lord Doyle, with Tilda Swinton and Fala Chen adding sharp, memorable support.

The film explores obsession, wealth, and the loneliness that comes with chasing losses. Stunning visuals and a tense score pull you in, even if the ambiguous ending leaves you unsure where to land.

⭐️ Rating: ★★★☆☆
📝 Review by: Stefano Bove ()

Read the full review on our website. Link in bio.

The Running Man (2025) – Review Edgar Wright’s The Running Man isn’t just a remake, it’s a reinvention that leans into t...
18/11/2025

The Running Man (2025) – Review

Edgar Wright’s The Running Man isn’t just a remake, it’s a reinvention that leans into the darker, more faithful elements of Stephen King’s novel. Glen Powell brings real action-star charisma to Ben Richards, while Colman Domingo steals scenes as the unhinged game show host.

The film’s sharp commentary on capitalism and spectacle hits hard, all while maintaining a fast pace and vibrant world-building. Bloody, bold, and clever, it blends satire and action into a ride that easily surpasses the original.

⭐️ Rating: ★★★★
📝 Review by: Gal Balaban ()

Read the full review for on our website. Link in bio.

Now You See Me Now You Don't Review 🎩🃏The third film trades clever magic for loud spectacle, losing the charm and tensio...
17/11/2025

Now You See Me Now You Don't Review 🎩🃏

The third film trades clever magic for loud spectacle, losing the charm and tension that made the original work. The Horsemen feel more like superheroes than magicians, with plot conveniences doing the heavy lifting.

While it delivers flashy visuals and big set pieces, the heist, stakes, and villain all feel undercooked, never justifying the sequel’s return after so many years.

⭐️ Rating: ★★
📝 Review by: Gal Balaban ()

Read the full review on our website. Link in bio.

Predator Badlands Review 👽🔥Dan Trachtenberg once again proves he is the perfect hunter behind the camera. Badlands is a ...
15/11/2025

Predator Badlands Review 👽🔥

Dan Trachtenberg once again proves he is the perfect hunter behind the camera. Badlands is a bold and badass reinvention of the Predator franchise, part sci fi spectacle and part buddy adventure. The film expands Yautja lore in thrilling new directions, with brutal tribal customs, slick action, and surprising heart.

Dek, a deadly yet layered Yautja warrior, and Thia, the chatty half synth who partners with him, make for one of the franchise’s most unlikely and entertaining duos. The visuals, prosthetics, and score are all next level, creating a world that feels alive and dangerous in every frame.

⭐️ Rating: ★★★★
📝 Review by: Benjamin Garrett ()

Read the full Predator: Badlands review on our website. Link in bio.

Task Review 🚔👮Task is a gripping, emotionally charged crime drama from Brad Inglesby, the creator of Mare of Easttown. T...
12/11/2025

Task Review 🚔👮

Task is a gripping, emotionally charged crime drama from Brad Inglesby, the creator of Mare of Easttown. Tom Pelphrey and Mark Ruffalo lead a stellar ensemble in a story that goes beyond its procedural roots, delving deep into the lives and moral struggles of its characters. Thoughtful writing and exceptional performances make this one of the most layered and heartfelt series of the year.

⭐️ Rating: ★★★★
📝 Review by: Benjamin Garrett ()

Read the full review of HBOs Task on our website. Link in bio.

Rental Family Review ⬇⬇In Rental Family, Brendan Fraser brings warmth and emotional depth to the story of an actor who j...
12/11/2025

Rental Family Review ⬇⬇

In Rental Family, Brendan Fraser brings warmth and emotional depth to the story of an actor who joins a Japanese “rental family” agency, standing in for strangers in need of connection. Director Hikari crafts a tender, bittersweet reflection on loneliness, empathy, and the human desire to belong.

⭐️ Rating: ★★★½
📝 Review by: Gal Balaban ()

Read the full review on our website. Link in bio.

📸 Photo Credit: James Larmour

12/11/2025

This week on the podcast, joins us to talk about his new feature film,

Stationed at home is now available on all VOD platforms.

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A Private Life Review ⬇⬇In her latest film, Foster plays a lonely psychologist in France investigating the death of a pa...
12/11/2025

A Private Life Review ⬇⬇

In her latest film, Foster plays a lonely psychologist in France investigating the death of a patient. A gripping setup that slowly unravels into a reflective character study. While the mystery drags in its later acts, Foster’s emotional depth keeps the story compelling until the end.

⭐️ Rating: ★★★
📝 Review by: Gal Balaban ()

Read the full review on our website. Link in bio.

08/11/2025

Blossom Shanghai official Trailer

Beginning on November 24, the Criterion Channel will exclusively premiere Blossoms Shanghai, the long-awaited television series from visionary director Wong Kar Wai. Three new episodes will be released on the Channel every Monday night at 8 p.m. ET through the end of January.

Bugonia reviews are in! ⬇⬇Gal () calls Bugonia “a film about shared delusions, born from our modern world of online radi...
06/11/2025

Bugonia reviews are in! ⬇⬇

Gal () calls Bugonia “a film about shared delusions, born from our modern world of online radicalization, ideology-driven violence, and vast corporate corruption.”

Ben () describes it as “a dark, twisted, and timely rabbit hole of intergalactic conspiracy and psychological tension.”

⭐️ Ratings:
• Gal Balaban: ★★★★½
• Benjamin Garrett: ★★★★

Read their full Bugonia reviews on our website. Link in bio.

05/11/2025

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