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Anora makes you want to turn it off during the first hour, but in the last 90 minutes, it spirals into an unrelenting Good Time-style chaos that ends up being surprisingly entertaining. An Oscar-worthy film? Not even close.

Daughters gains its full meaning through the statistic revealed at the end of the documentary. In a world where most former inmates end up back in prison, it gently highlights the profound importance of building family bonds.

Love Lies Bleeding is a half-sexy, half-western story where Kristen Stewart plays a gym-owning Bella, and Katy O’Brian embodies a seductive Toxic Avenger type. While it doesn’t have a groundbreaking plot, it’s an engaging and enjoyable watch that never drags.

The Outrun is a bold film that showcases Saoirse Ronan’s acting prowess. It also features powerful scenes depicting alcohol addiction. However, overall, it was a difficult film for me to get through.

Aliens Expanded is a massive four-hour documentary, perfect for those who love behind-the-scenes stories. And if you're a fan of the film, there's plenty to learn. It’s especially rich in details for anyone aspiring to be a director.

Werewolves feels like an action film tailor-made for Frank Grillo. And it seems like they also thought, Why not bring Katrina Law from Spartacus back into action? It’s the ultimate popcorn movie—watch, enjoy, and forget as soon as you leave the theater.

Wicked is a well-crafted and successful Hollywood film—an enjoyable watch, for sure. But is it an Oscar-worthy film? No. It was good, but if it gets nominated for an Oscar, I’d attribute it more to political discourse than artistic merit.

Magpie is a brilliant film that tells the story of a man trying to turn his wife’s confinement into motherhood to his advantage, only to reveal, through a stunning twist, that the opportunity he thought he had was all a lie. The film’s focus on the imbalance of responsibility in parenting was, for me, more than enough reason to watch. But the twist at the end of the film completely changes everything, leaving not only Ben but also the audience in shock. And, of course, the truth revealed at the end shifts the meaning of everything we’ve watched throughout the film.

**** might be the fourth or fifth film this year exploring the story of a woman left to navigate motherhood alone. Each approaches the theme from a different angle, and this one takes a fantastical route to deliver its powerful message.

In 2005, the Korean owner of the internet café we frequented, called Webs, told us he had brought a new game: World of Warcraft. We were already spending our days playing Warcraft's custom maps such as Footman Frenzy, Xtreme, Enfo, and X Hero Siege. Wow, at that time, wasn't even online. We started playing it together with friends over LAN. It was one of the most amazing experiences of my childhood. I cannot even describe it. Later, the game went online and started charging. Unfortunately, my family didn’t allow me to get involved in such a game. Like the families in that documentary, they didn’t understand and pushed me away. However, my friends' families allowed them. Over time, I lost many. They dedicated their days, their hours to the game. Ironically, I was the one who introduced them to the game. Of course, while I managed to sneak in occasionally, I could never experience this legend from the beginning like they did. One of my biggest regrets in life is not being able to join them in that adventure.World of Warcraft was exactly that kind of game. For this reason, I’m so happy for Mats. He managed to find himself in the greatest game in history, and despite all its challenges, he succeeded in staying a good person and made a name for himself. May whoever Mats' god is, grant him one of the best layers of **** world has changed so much, Mats. We’ve gone from families saying there are no real friends online to a place where even they play games now. I wish you could see it. WoW isn’t as cool as it used to be, but the old timers like me are still hanging around inside. Right now, I’m playing Vanilla again. If they bring your grave in the next expansion, my first job will be to visit it.“You cannot kill hope.”

Witches is a remarkable documentary that broadened my perspective by examining pregnancy and early motherhood through the lens of medieval superstitions. In my view, it’s an essential watch—one that deserves a place among the cornerstone documentaries for women.

The Bibi Files stands out as the best, most transparent, and most informative documentary I’ve seen on Israel, especially among the many propaganda pieces that cherry-pick history and present personal opinions as facts. Though it falters in its coverage of October 7, overall, it is an impressive work.

The War of the Rohirrim, due to its animation style and overall approach, lacks the cinematic appeal of its predecessors. Yet, as a devoted Lord of the Rings fan, I still enjoyed it. While it was an entertaining watch, it will inevitably remain one of the weaker entries among the existing films.

The Six Triple Eight may have been shot like a low-budget Christmas movie, with its message laid on a bit too thick, yet I still found it enjoyable. As someone well-versed in the history of the World Wars, I find it impossible to watch films like this without being deeply moved.

The Wasp begins on an ambiguous note but gradually takes an intriguing turn as the protagonist's confessions unfold. The true purpose remains elusive until the very end. Though somewhat slow-paced, its unpredictability managed to hold my interest.

Twisters is a well-crafted and enjoyable watch. Great actors, entertaining moments, polished cinematography, and a solid structure with a successful beginning, middle, and end. It’s a perfectly executed formula film—this is Hollywood at its finest.

The Return is a rather dull film up until the part where Odysseus confronts the suitors. However, the confrontation sequence manages to redeem the film. Unfortunately, when the story strays from its mythological elements, it feels quite awkward and out of place.

To be honest, I absolutely love Hollywood-style films like Red One—cheap, simple, action-packed, and filled with references. They’re nothing more than a showcase of famous actors meant purely for entertainment. Watch, laugh, enjoy, and forget. A perfectly straightforward cinematic experience.

Despicable Me 4 is the weakest film in the series. I could watch the Minions across 100 films without getting bored, but in comparison, the fourth installment stands out as the weakest in terms of plot and content. That said, I still had fun watching it.

Blitz is a middling film that tries to tell a subject I find fascinating in the least engaging way possible. The Oliver Twist-style journey home narrative detracts from the depth of the main theme. The best aspect of the film, of course, is Saoirse Ronan.

Heretic is an impressive thriller that challenges taught beliefs with striking intellectual depth. While I found its ambiguous ending—a narrative choice reminiscent of Saint Maud—a bit of a cop-out, the gripping "control" that defines the film up to its conclusion places it among the year's best.

Gladiator II is an enjoyable film to watch, but ultimately, it left me unsatisfied—at least on a personal level. However, Paul Mescal managed to exceed my expectations with his brilliant performance. That said, the film’s undeniable highlight is, without question, Denzel.

Watchmen Chapter II felt much like the first chapter. As much as I admire Alan Moore, the original unfortunately pales in comparison to Zack Snyder’s Cold War-themed adaptation. It’s one of those rare projects where the adaptation surpasses the original.

Smile was a captivating horror film with a brilliant concept. Smile 2 takes it a step further, amplifying the chaos and adding a touch of aesthetic refinement, resulting in yet another outstanding film. It's much more chaotic and far more impactful, solidifying its path toward becoming a truly remarkable series.

Wolf is an entertaining film that managed to make me laugh on numerous occasions while presenting an intriguing story and spicing up the night with plenty of chaos. It excels in delivering its purpose through its story and performances. Watch it, enjoy it, and move on.

An emptiness within grandeur. Megalopolis lacks clarity in its narrative, purpose, and destination. It’s a dry and hollow film. While it attempts to merge the style of past eras with a futuristic approach, the absence of a compelling story prevents it from drawing me in.

Slingshot feels like a theatrical play set in a spaceship that resembles a stage production. Aside from the success of the twist in the last 10 minutes, the film's artificiality was rather off-putting. That said, credit where it's due—the twist was genuinely impressive.

The biggest issue with Back to Black is its inability to convey the essence of a biographical film at any point. By focusing more on Amy's love life than her career—and even then, covering only a brief portion—it severely limits itself.

Don't Move transforms a simple story into an exquisitely gripping thriller, making it a thoroughly enjoyable watch. I was already a fan of Finn Wittrock, but now Kelsey Asbille has earned a spot on my list as well. One of the most entertaining works of the year.

Apocalypse Z: El Principio Del Fin is a dull film that fails to bring anything new to the zombie genre. I watched it with high expectations, given the reputation of Spanish cinema, but the outcome was disappointing.

Aiming to be the next Studio 666, Art of a Hit intriguingly dives into the anxiety of feeling insignificant, but despite its attempt at depth, it falls flat with its lackluster pacing and nonexistent climax, ending up as a below-average film.

As someone who appreciates true stories, Young Woman and the Sea stands out as a compelling real-life account. It's a powerful story of perseverance, depicting a true hero’s journey told at precisely the right time.

The second movie had everything for an unrated film: blood, creativity, angels, swords. Terrifier 3 doesn't even have a proper story. It satisfies your slasher needs, but it is a step back overall. I was expecting more, unfortunately.

MadS is one of the most technically insane films I’ve seen this year—a disturbing marathon that brings a fresh approach to the zombie genre and embodies madness in every sense of the word. Laurie Pavy... turns out to be an undiscovered gem, a Béatrice Dalle reborn.

Stream is a low-budget, modernized take on Eli Roth's Hostel series. For classic slasher fans, it’s packed with absurdities, inventive deaths, and creativity. And it seems likely that a sequel is on the way.

Hold Your Breath is an accomplished story of paranoia set in the heart of desolation. Although the film's narrative requires a minimalistic approach, the performances are outstanding. It reminded me of Victor Sjöström's The Wind from 1928.

Films like Never Let Go are the ones that unsettle me the most. Stories of characters blinded to reality due to delusions born from manipulation always impact me, given my field of interest. It’s a well-made film, though limited in scope—it could have been even better.

It’s disappointing to see a studio like Lionsgate producing a film like Bagman that takes its audience for fools. Technically and in terms of acting, the film is impeccably crafted, but the deliberately absurd plot choices made to drive the story forward are incredibly off-putting.

Die Alone is a moderately successful attempt that I watched primarily for the incredible Carrie-Anne Moss. It manages to keep one of its two secrets well-guarded, though the other is apparent from the start. While it’s not an outstanding film, it’s cleanly produced and competently written.

The Substance is a remarkable generational battle set in an era where beauty standards hang over women like the sword of Damocles. With its distinct aesthetic approach, the film stands out as one of the year’s best by far.

Although Caddo Lake is a classic loop story with a predictable ending that circles back to its beginning, it maintains its suspense all the way through. Eliza Scanlen is a unique actress who enhances every project she’s part of; I watched the film solely because of her. I’m generally not a fan of loop films, but Eliza makes it worth watching.

I just wanted to learn a little bit more about Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, especially the mysterious Satoshi Nakamoto. I learned about Bitcoin's history, but overall, it is a boring documentary. Particularly the last 30 minutes were really boring and a bit unnecessary.

Hellboy: The Crooked Man is not as stylish as the other movies, but it was fun and, in some parts, suffocating. What bothered me was that it was not that bad to be withdrawn from all theaters. The movie deserved a theatrical release in the USA. It could have been more fun on the big screen. These types of movies don't deserve small screens.

Salem's Lot is exactly the kind of brilliant horror film I’ve been looking for. It doesn’t treat its audience like fools; the characters are aware of horror films, they know what’s going on, yet they are still hunted by a more powerful entity. This is how horrors should be.

Rebel Ridge is perhaps the best example of realistic action I've ever seen. It's not about someone dodging bullets, taking people down with a single punch, or having superhero traits, but about an ordinary, relatable person fighting real thugs. The film focuses on a calm and collected character who uses whatever training he has to fight, without making foolish moves when a gun is pointed at him. We need more films like this.

Azrael is a strange film where nothing is clear—why things happen or why we are even watching. Who's who, and why the creatures exist, is all uncertain. Samara Weaving killed some people again, and that's it. The film has no purpose. So what?

Goebbels and the Führer is a great film for those interested in World War II and propaganda. It shows the behind-the-scenes of the propaganda process with full transparency. Since I am interested in the topic, I took many notes from the film.

Things Will Be Different has an interesting concept, but it loses its appeal towards the end. I enjoy this kind of creative sci-fi film, but I think it ended up being wasted potential. It could have been much more impactful.

I couldn't quite determine whether Little Bites focused on cannibalism or vampirism, but it managed to keep me intrigued until the end. Although the final choice was quite interesting, the lack of substance behind the tension built throughout was a letdown for me.

House of Spoils made me appreciate Ariana DeBose. Although the film is intriguing when it comes to the culinary arts, it falls short in the horror aspect. I can say I watched it without getting bored, mainly because of the cooking element.