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Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 18h

A true crime documentary that is raw, relevant, and riveting all at once, #ThePerfectNeighbor examines Florida's 'stand-your-ground' law and the disproportionately negative impact it has on the Black community while shedding light on one tragic crime that is sadly one of many just like it. #filmsky

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Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 3d

A screwball, body swap comedy that resonated with me more than I expected, #GoodFortune may not be laugh-out-loud funny due to its structure, but it's still undeniably unique, frequently humorous, and surprisingly optimistic with an adorably charming performance from #KeanuReeves as well. #filmsky

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Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 3d

A horror follow-up that somewhat justifies its existence even if it's not as good as the original, #BlackPhone2 isn't as scary or well-paced as the first, but it does expand on the story and characters in interesting/creepy ways while also having good performances and disturbing visuals. #filmsky

Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 4d

An untraditional revenge thriller as well as an unfiltered outlet to explore the immoral political repression in Iran, #ItWasJustAnAccident is a tense yet poignant cinematic experience with terrific performances that's as bold as it is well-made. One of the best endings of the year! #filmsky

Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 8d

A real-life disaster flick executed so terrifyingly that it almost feels like a horror film, #TheLostBus sometimes struggles with the human side of its narrative, but it still delivers a suspenseful and well-crafted ride with solid performances from #MatthewMcConaughey and #AmericaFerrera. #filmsky

Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 8d

More of a showcase for #DanielDay-Lewis and #SeanBean rather than being a meaningful or articulate drama, #Anemone has tons of surreal and stunning imagery, but fails to justify it's two runtime with a barely engaging story with shallow depth and a bad main character who isn't interesting. #filmsky

Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 9d

An invitingly cozy, consistently hilarious, and deceptively mature Christmas movie that feels like this year's version of The Holdovers, #TheBaltimorons is a perfect blend of sincere drama and dark comedy with great performances from and chemistry between #MichaelStrassner and #LizLarsen. #filmsky

Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 9d

Failing to deliver a proper continuation of the series that fans actually wanted or a remotely compelling blockbuster, #Tron:Ares may look and sound good, but it falls flat due to characters that are as flat as 2D graphics and an incoherent story that feels like a rambling, formulaic code. #filmsky

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Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 11d

An unexpectedly heavy dramedy on family and connection disguised as a fairly funny, true story crowd-pleaser, #Roofman continues the strong filmography of #DerekCianfrance with another compelling narrative while also showcasing one of #ChanningTatum's best (and most emotional) performances. #filmsky

Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 14d

Another very solid entry in a series that's lasted way longer than I expected, #V/H/S/Halloween gives out imaginative tricks and bloody treats in this perfectly timed collection of holiday related tales that range from hilariously over-the-top to disturbingly serious so it can feel uneven. #filmsky

Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 15d

A heartfelt ode to man's best friend as well as an original horror flick with an ingenious concept, #GoodBoy has a haunting atmosphere, creepy scares, creative camerwork, and one of the best dog performances I've ever seen. It stands on all fours as one of the better horror films of 2025. #filmsky

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Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 15d

Leaning more towards being a psychological (and horny) thriller rather than a bloody slasher, #BoneLake explores manipulation and trust in relationships as it rides a fine line between discomforting and enjoyable while periodically becoming irritating through its many twists and turns. #filmsky

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Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 16d

Carried by and even elevated by a superb performance from #DwayneJohnson, #TheSmashingMachine doesn't reinvent the wheel when it comes to sports biopics and can also be very unfocused at times, but it maintains a realistic and humble sense of humanity that makes it periodically compelling. #filmsky

Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 17d

A somewhat exasperating MeToo thriller that thinks its intelligent and complex but instead is messy and self-important, #AftertheHunt can be engaging thanks to its strong performances and elaborate direction, but that doesn't stop it from feeling like an unsatisfying lecture. #filmsky

Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 22d

A flawed but sincere crowd-pleaser that'll get plenty of laughs and tears out audiences, #EleanortheGreat may be predictable with how it explores grief in its plot, but still has a strong emotional core with poignancy as well as great performances, especially from the wonderful #JuneSquibb. #filmsky

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Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 23d

A directionless and pointless sequel that only further solidifies the fact that this entire trilogy is a ridiculous waste of time, #TheStrangers:Chapter2 is somehow even more boring and generic than its predecessor with a complete lack of genuine tension/scares and narrative investment. #filmsky

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Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 24d

Stressfully exciting, frequently funny, incredibly relevant, superbly acted, and masterfully crafted, #OneBattleAfterAnother is a massively entertaining, 162-minute crime thriller that absolutely flies by. It's one of #PaulThomasAnderson's best films and one of the best movies of 2025! #filmsky

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Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 25d

Feeling like an episode of Goosebumps aimed at adults, #BadHaircut takes its fun premise and combines it with an irresistibly quirky yet committed performance from #FrankieRay to make for a solid albeit overly long horror comedy that leans into the humor most of the time. #filmsky #fantasticfest

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Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 25d

Taking inspiration from several directors such as Tarantino, Fincher, and Soderbergh, #Luger is a Spanish crime thriller that overcomes a convoluted setup thanks to purposeful writing, tight pacing, layered characters, and strong filmmaking. #filmsky #fantasticfest

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Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 25d

Combining a loosely based true story war drama and bloody shark creature feature together, #BeastofWar has a solid script with nuanced characters as well as some great practical effects, which helps to overcome its repetitive structure and drawn-out pacing. #filmsky #fantasticfest

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Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 26d

A noble attempt to capture the feel of a Gareth Evans' action flick (The Raid), #Penance takes a reported $7000 budget and delivers a couple of exciting action scenes. Sadly, it forgets to tell a good story with interesting characters and is plagued unfinished technicals. #filmsky #fantasticfest

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Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 26d

Highlighting the dangers of AI deepfakes while also being a riveting genre-bender, #Appofeniacs weaves together several interconnected stories bursting with sharp dialogue that are bloody, tense, hilarious, and often unpredictable with one of my favorite endings of the year. #filmsky #fantasticfest

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Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 26d

Feeling like a forgotten/uncovered grindhouse cult classic from the 1970s, #Dolly may stretch its premise way too thin as it struggles to even reach 77 minutes long, but it's still an effectively uncomfortable watch with an oppressive atmosphere and unflinching brutality. #filmsky ##fantasticfest

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Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 27d

A remake of a cult classic that shows what would happen if J. R. R. Tolkien listened to a ton of heavy metal before writing Lord of the Rings, #Deathstalker is not only well-made and ambitious for its small budget, but it's also a mini fantasy epic that is very entertaining. #filmsky #fantasticfest

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Evan Pol @previewreview.bsky.social · 27d

A Japanese horror feature in the same vein as The Grudge or Ringu to the point where it feels like it's borrowing from it, #TheCurse has plenty of creepy visuals and effective scares even if it eventually crumbles during the third act with a really frustrating ending. #filmsky #fantasticfest

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