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Spin-offs can be tricky things. Sometimes they expand a universe in interesting ways and allow secondary characters to shine. Other times they simply feel like more of the same. Fortunately, Turtletastic: Quill in the Big City manages to carve out its own identity while still retaining the charm that made Turtletastic enjoyable in the first place.

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Romantic comedies often rely on misunderstandings, grand gestures and conveniently timed revelations. The Elephant in the Room, the feature directorial debut from Emmy-winning writer and producer Erik Bork, takes a different route. Instead of centring its conflict on mistaken identities or ex-partners returning at awkward moments, it places modern political division ...

Independent cinema often thrives on taking familiar ideas and presenting them through a more personal lens. David St. Clair’s The Lonely Crowd combines romance, crime, thriller and dark comedy elements into an engaging independent feature that manages to rise above many of its limitations.

The film opens with immediate tension as a man escapes from prison b...

There are documentaries that simply tell you about a person, and then there are documentaries that make you want to learn more about them long after the credits roll. The Messenger of Joy, directed by Alexander Kwanje, firmly falls into the latter category. This engaging and beautifully crafted documentary explores the life and work of Nasser Ovissi, one of the most ...

Over the years, director Stacey Stone and producer Diane Mellen have become familiar names here at Screen Critix. Since first appearing on our pages more than a decade ago, the pair have consistently produced documentaries and short films that do far more than simply present information. Their work often challenges audiences to reflect on society, humanity, and the direction ...