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We’re not just throwing words on a page - we’re sharing thoughtful insight and opinions on movies. Find written reviews on the newest films, articles on what to watch at home, and thought-provoking essays on beloved films from a team of writers passionate about film and entertainment from all over the world.
MOVIE REVIEWS
Fresh written movie reviews on new releases & film festival selections. Read about what the team is watching.
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LEVITICUS
“Where Leviticus truly succeeds is in [Adrian] Chiarella’s controlled sense of tone and atmosphere...It doesn’t feel as hopeless as similar horror movies like ‘Smile’, because that’s not the message Chiarella is trying to convey. The world at large is hard on queer folks, but there’s still a light at the end of the tunnel.”
In Select Theaters June 19
LATEST VIDEOS & PODCAST EPISODES
We make talking about entertainment actually entertaining (wild concept, right?). Explore our original movie reviews and unfiltered film podcast conversations. Click a thumbnail to hear bold takes, fresh perspectives, and moments that just might make you laugh.
PODCASTS
Video conversations with the ForReel team, friends, and industry insiders on the latest flicks, upcoming releases, and various unpredictable movie talk.
ACTIVE CONTENT
A weekly podcast hosted by either Derrick Murray or Thomas Stoneham-Judge that gathers members of the ForReel team to talk about the newest, most buzzworthy movie in theaters. Catching an episode where Shawn has a negative opinion is gold.
NEW CONTENT COMING JULY 2026
Thomas Stoneham-Judge hosts conversation with fellow friends and film critics, then subjects everyone to a (usually) fun, unpredictable, and engaging game or activity.
NEW CONTENT COMING FALL 2026
Co-hosts Thomas and Derrick take a look back previous Oscar wins and question whether they were deserved and which unfortunate snubs should be un-snubbed.
VIDEO REVIEWS
ACTIVE CONTENT
Our Toronto-based critic, Shawn Peer, offers bite-sized reviews of the newest film and TV shows - each review is only 90 seconds long or less!
TEMPORARILY INACTIVE
Hosted by Thomas Stoneham-Judge, Reel Buzzed features mid-length reviews on new films and TV shows, filmed at his Pacific Northwest home and paired with Thomas’s preferences in whiskey.
MEET THE TEAM
Our team of writers, content creators, and film festival correspondents—based across the USA, Canada, Mexico, and the UK—is a talented, diverse group with a passion for film, TV, and entertainment. And to top it off…they’re all pretty damn cool, too.
TV REVIEWS
Reviews and analysis of television series and episodic content, including new releases, weekly episodes, season premieres, and finales across streaming and network TV.
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ARTICLES
From in-depth retrospectives to insightful film analysis, here are our articles that go beyond opinions to examine movies, filmmaking, and film industry.
Reviews & Content
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INTERVIEWS
We pursue conversations with some of the most interesting storytellers, actors, and industry professionals in the world. These conversations help illuminate the immense amount of work that goes into filmmaking - from popular mainstream releases to indie projects at film festivals, every interviewee offers a unique perspective to share about their latest project, their career, and the art of filmmaking.
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“Carolina Caroline is delightfully old school in many aspects but at heart, it’s true thrills simply come from watching Weaving and Gallner take each other in.”