When suburbia goes completely off the rails By Janet Grant What would you do if your entire neighbourhood suddenly disappeared from suburbia and landed somewhere completely unfamiliar? That is the wonderfully bizarre question at the centre of The End of Oak Street, the new science-fiction adventure from writer-director David Robert Mitchell. The film stars Anne […]
Jamaican authorities are investigating the fatal shooting of actor Brian Todd Anthony Boucher, who was killed in Waterford, St Catherine, late Saturday. Boucher, 43, was pronounced dead at Spanish Town General Hospital after being shot while walking along a roadway in the community. Police said another man, 37, was wounded during the incident and remains […]
The Rivals of Amziah King: honey, heart and a whole lot of bluegrass By Janet Grant There is something wonderfully strange about The Rivals of Amziah King. It is part Southern drama, part crime story, part family tale, and part musical. Somehow, director Andrew Patterson throws all of these ingredients into the same pot and, […]
Black stories and Black voices shine at TIFF 2026 By Janet Grant The Toronto International Film Festival continued to build a reputation for showcasing bold voices from around the world. The 2026 edition continues that tradition. This year’s lineup includes gripping features from acclaimed Black filmmakers. It also brings projects that place Black characters and […]
‘ONE NIGHT ONLY’ – One night. One chance. Too many complications By Janet Grant Something is refreshing about a romantic comedy that is willing to be a little ridiculous. One Night Only, directed by Will Gluck, takes that idea and runs with it. Set in a slightly fictionalized New York City, the film imagines a […]
“Sometimes the sweetest treats come with a deadly surprise” By Janet Grant There is something wonderfully creepy about the sound of an ice cream truck rolling through a quiet neighbourhood. Eli Roth takes that familiar childhood image and turns it into something much darker in Ice Cream Man, a bloody horror-comedy that isn’t interested in […]
Crooner’s calypso challenges politics and public conscience Crooner’s victory in this year’s Calypso Monarch competition was not built on a catchy chorus alone. “This Is Your Man” is a fearless political commentary, delivered in the tradition that has always made calypso far more than entertainment. It is satire, protest, social criticism and, above all, a […]
‘Steal Away’ proves that the deepest wounds are often the hardest to see By Janet Grant Not every drama needs explosive twists or nonstop action to leave an impression. Steal Away, directed by Clement Virgo, is a thoughtful and emotionally layered film that takes its time exploring memory, family, identity, and the secrets that quietly […]
Gregg Araki’s Provocative Thriller Demands Attention By Janet Grant Gregg Araki has never been a filmmaker interested in playing it safe, and I Want Your Sex is another reminder that he enjoys pushing audiences well outside their comfort zone. Equal parts erotic comedy, psychological thriller, and satirical look at the contemporary art world, the film […]
Nicolas Cage Shines In Spider-Noir Series By Janet Grant Superhero movies often focus on spectacular action and colourful costumes. However, Spider-Noir shows how that formula can shift into something more grounded. By blending a detective drama into the Spider-Man universe. The series creates a distinct adaptation that should appeal to viewers interested in both genres. […]
