‘Father Mother Sister Brother’ may not be a home run for Jarmusch’s return to feature films, but it still offers his own thoughtful take on estranged families from different parts of the world, even if it could have achieved more.

‘Bugonia’ is a masterful dive into absurdity, with Yorgos Lanthimos’ signature style. It won’t be everyone’s cup of tea, even for the faithful, but it succeeds as a pseudo–alien invasion film that toys with viewers.

‘TRON: Ares’ may not be the sequel to Legacy that fans hoped for, but it’s still worth checking out for its tantalizing Nine Inch Nails score, a few intriguing performances, and the franchise’s long-awaited return.

‘The Conjuring: Last Rites’ is, fortunately, a close return to form. It doesn’t quite reach the level of the James Wan-directed films, but it still reminds us why people flock to theaters to experience a Warren case come to life.

‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ had the potential to be great, but it plays things a little too safe. While the foundation is solid, better pacing and deeper character development would’ve made this film truly fantastic.

‘Superman’ sparks conversation, not confrontation — and that’s the kind of storytelling the world needs.

Having measly expectations heading into ‘Thunderbolts*’ added a certain satisfaction that took me back to what a Phase One MCU film felt like.

As the MCU revs its engine on the road to multiversal wars and doomsday scenarios, ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ suffers from the same old formula and a rough landing that fails to push the franchise forward.

‘Green Bones’ reminds us to never lose hope, even in the face of uncertainty, to strive to be good people, and to ultimately live a good life whenever we can.

‘Gladiator II’ serves its purpose by harkening back to what made the first film resonate, with a story fueled by familiar tropes of vengeance, redemption, and an expected underdog narrative.

 Across genres ranging from heartfelt drama to biting satire, the longing for acceptance, and the weight of class struggles, these local shorts continue to prove that QCinema is a lighthouse for talent and razor-sharp reflections of the national condition.

‘Happyend’ has this charm to it that resonates with you, even if you're no longer in your teenage years. Or better yet, it becomes a fitting experience of remembering who you once were.

‘Anora’ is a tale of two halves: the first half, in typical Sean Baker fashion, explores Ani’s daily life with a dash of romance that often leans into male fantasy. The second shifts to a cat-and-mouse chase with the supporting characters.

Presented in a nonlinear narrative, ‘We Live in Time’ emphasizes moments of grief and memories of romance, powered by moving performances from Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh.

‘Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story’ isn’t just a sad story. Instead, it highlights the legacy Reeve left — not just in Hollywood, but through his impact on the world and his children.

If you came in liking or at least getting entertained by the ‘Venom’ films that came before, then ‘The Last Dance’ may just be up your alley. If not, then, there’s something a bit more in store for you.

‘They Shot the Piano Player’ blends animation, history, and music into a tribute to Bossa Nova, with Jeff Goldblum guiding us through a journey that unravels the tragedy and mystery of Brazilian musician Tenório Jr.

‘Alien: Romulus’ features the love and care of everyone involved in not only continuing the franchise but also adding a thrilling experience that pushes the narrative that films are still best experienced on the big screen.

‘Kono Basho’ excels at using quiet moments for reflection, and while it may not turn out as smoothly as I had hoped, there is promise in seeing more stories about healing and hope in Philippine cinema.

Deadpool & Wolverine is more than just a multiversal affair in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it’s a “fare thee well” to Marvel characters that came before under the Fox banner, and a focus on redemption and finding one’s purpose.