Obsession – The BRWC Review
Curry Barker, a YouTube comedy‑horror creator, wrote and directed *Obsession* on a sub‑$1 million budget, and the film has unexpectedly become a box‑office hit. The story follows Bear, whose wish for obsessive love triggers a terrifying transformation in his crush Nikki, played by Inde Navarrette. Navarrette’s performance is hailed as one of the best in modern horror, drawing comparisons to Florence Pugh and Mia Goth. The movie’s minimalist production and internet‑savvy style have ignited viral discussions across TikTok, Reddit, and Letterboxd, positioning it as a cultural event in the horror genre.
How Video Game High School Turned YouTube Into A Movie Studio
Freddie Wong’s *Video Game High School* (VGHS) proved YouTube could produce cinematic, serialized storytelling with modest budgets. Leveraging the DSLR revolution and accessible editing software, the series delivered high‑production‑value action that rivaled traditional media. Its success helped legitimize creator‑owned studios...
Mine Is Still Bigger Than Yours (The Giant Behemoth, Reptilicus And Yongary On The Rampage)
Steven G. Farrell revisits three lesser‑known kaiju titles—The Giant Behemoth (1959), Reptilicus (1962) and Yongary, Monster from the Deep (1967)—after trimming his original 6,500‑word essay. He outlines each film’s plot, production quirks, and box‑office failures, noting the British, Danish‑American, and...
Desert Warrior: Review
Desert Warrior, directed by Rupert Wyatt and starring Anthony Mackie, is a high‑budget historical epic set in the 7th‑century Arabian desert. Wyatt’s seasoned direction and sweeping cinematography give the film a grand, Western‑inflected feel, but the screenplay is hampered by...
What Is Dyslexia? – Short Film Review
The animated short “What Is Dyslexia?” directed by Kyra Bartley reimagines dyslexia as a different way of thinking rather than a deficit. The film follows a girl named Lola who discovers a surreal rabbit‑hole world that highlights creativity, lateral thinking,...
Nobody Here: The Story Of Vaporwave: The BRWC Review
"Nobody Here: The Story of Vaporwave" is a new documentary that immerses viewers in the genre’s neon‑glitch aesthetic while showcasing elusive creators such as Luxury Elite, Yung Bae, and Nmesh. Produced by Chris Britten, Enzo Van Baelen, Jay Sabourin and Thom...
Anne Hathaway Edition: Bits & Pieces
The BRWC roundup spotlights five distinct films ranging from indie dramas to franchise thrillers. “Wild Foxes,” a French‑language coming‑of‑age piece, captured the Europe Cinema Label and Cannes’ SACD Coup de Coeur award. “500 Miles” follows two runaway brothers on a...
A Quiet Storm: Short Film Review
Ayumu Amano’s short drama "A Quiet Storm" follows 14‑year‑old Krump dancer Maïto as he wrestles with school pressure, family expectations, and a quest for identity. The film replaces dialogue with kinetic movement, delivering raw, expressive dance sequences that become its...
The Birthday Gift: Short Film Review
Arianna Ortiz’s short film The Birthday Gift, adapted from Stephanie Alison Walker’s play The Abuelas, offers a 16‑minute glimpse into a lingering story rather than a complete narrative. Set at a birthday gathering, the film subtly reveals a secret tied...
Rebuilding – Review
Rebuilding, Max Walker‑Silverman’s sophomore feature, premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival to a mostly positive consensus on its authentic Southern Colorado setting. The drama follows Dusty, a rancher displaced by wildfire, as he navigates life in a FEMA‑run mobile‑home...
The Plague: Review
The Plague is a psychological‑thriller film set at a boys’ water‑polo camp where 12‑year‑olds bully a quirky outsider, Eli, whose skin condition they dub “The Plague.” Newcomer Ben wrestles with the desire to belong while grappling with his conscience about...
Exit 8 – The BRWC Review
Japanese director Genki Kawamura adapts the indie game “The Exit 8” into a 95‑minute thriller that traps its protagonist in a looping subway tunnel. The film uses interactive, anomaly‑spotting sequences to comment on Japan’s salary‑man culture, but its narrative drifts when...
Surviving Earth: Review
Surviving Earth, Thea Gajic’s debut feature, premiered at SXSW 2025, chronicling Yugoslav musician Vlad’s struggle to stay sober while rebuilding his life through music. Set in Bristol, the film spotlights Vlad’s bond with his daughter Maria, whose support becomes the...
The Floor Remembers – Short Film Review
The Floor Remembers, a 15‑minute short directed by Jayme Kaye Gershen, chronicles the Miami Roller Rink—a 40‑year‑old community hub that has survived multiple name changes and ownership shifts. Gershen spent a year observing the rink before filming, allowing the space’s rhythms...
Pittsburgh: Short Film Review
Ali Marsh’s short film *Pittsburgh* follows nine‑year‑old Mints as a routine trip home in 1979 spirals into a night of uncertainty, revealing the slow loss of childhood certainty. Delaney Quinn delivers a naturalistic performance that anchors the story, while the...