Wonderfully acted and expertly crafted when it comes to narrative and visual design, Transatlantic is phenomenal.
Author: Kate Sánchez
Kate Sánchez
Kate Sánchez is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of But Why Tho? A Geek Community. There, she coordinates film, television, anime, and manga coverage. Kate is also a freelance journalist writing features on video games, anime, and film. Her focus as a critic is championing animation and international films and television series for inclusion in awards cycles. Find her on Bluesky @ohmymithrandir.bsky.social
Hell’s Paradise Episode 2 is a fantastic adaptation but the liberties that MAPPA takes are what make this anime stand out.
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Chupa isn’t a perfect film, but it s a really great kid’s movie that uses fantasy to tell a story about culture and family.
Ancient Magus Bride is back for season 2 after 5 long years and it takes the first episode to build a foundation for the new season.
Even with its changes to the original, Cube (2021) is a good horror film, offering up dramatic character moments that make it stand out.
At its best when engaging in commentary on motherhood and less when it makes you jump, Clock thoughtfully adds to the maternal horror subgenre
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