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Beyond the Rainbow: 4 Unconventional Must-Watch Movies For Pride Month
Discover a list of underrated LGBTQ+ movies that explore queer identity in nuanced, unconventional ways. These films don’t rely on stereotypes- they thrive in subtlety, subtext, and emotional truth. A fresh take on Pride Month viewing.
4 days ago5 min read
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'Tornado' Movie Review: John Maclean’s Samurai-Western Is a Slow-Burning, Blood-Soaked Return to Form
'Tornado' is a moody samurai-Western from 'Slow West' director John Maclean- set in 1790s Scotland, it’s a stunning, slow-burn thriller with standout performances from Kōki and Tim Roth.
6 days ago3 min read
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'The Phoenician Scheme' Review: Another Wes Anderson's Visual Masterpiece- But Is It Style Over Substance?
Wes Anderson’s 'The Phoenician Scheme' is a vibrant, visually striking film packed with quirky characters and a star-studded cast. But beneath the candy-coloured palette, does the story truly hold up? Dive into Outside the Spotlight's review to find out.
Jun 62 min read
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REVIEW: 'Mickey 17' (2025): Bong Joon-ho's Oddball Sci-Fi Comedy With Robert Pattinson Is A Quirky And Bold... Masterpiece?
Bong Joon-ho's Mickey 17 stars Robert Pattinson, Mark Ruffalo, Toni Collette , Steven Yeun, Naomi Ackie, Anamaria Vartolomei and...
Feb 163 min read
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'Nosferatu' 2024 Review: Robert Eggers' Dark, Atmospheric Reimagining of the Vampire Classic
Nosferatu oozes with undeniable passion as Robert Eggers realises the vision that he has been working on for years.
Jan 23 min read
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REVIEW: The Exorcist: Believer (2023)
Is the Exorcist sequel trilogy worth believing in?
Nov 19, 20233 min read
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REVIEW: 'Cohabitation' (2022), a thriller feature by Lauren Barker
While former paramedic Emily tries to live a low-key life to cope with her PTSD, her new roommate has other plans--and a long-held...
Feb 13, 20234 min read
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REVIEW: 'AVA: A Twist in the Road' (2021), a drama feature by Catherane Skillen
Ava has lived a charmed life with the love of her life for over 25 years. In one instant the unthinkable happens and she loses it all,...
Aug 1, 20224 min read
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INTERVIEW: Dana Ziyasheva On New Podcast, Movies and Career
Dana Ziyasheva, photo by Kirill Varshavskiy The whacky world of Dana Ziyasheva’s GREATLAND is expanding, this time in podcast form. How I...
May 26, 20227 min read
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REVIEW: 'The Batman' (2022), directed by Matt Reeves
I normally wouldn't post "mainstream" movie reviews here but I'm making an exception on this occasion. “I am the shadows” Batman says...
Mar 6, 20225 min read
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REVIEW: 'Spirit Quest' (2021), a comedy feature by Brent Lydic
Old friends go on a hallucinogenic mushroom trip through the desert to face their fears, doubts, and failures in hopes of coming to...
Jan 9, 20224 min read
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Custom film posters with OTS Arthouse
Film as much as any other creative medium is a form of art. As much as OTS is about the wonders of the big and the small screen, another...
Dec 14, 20213 min read
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