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Tag: Independent Film Critics of America

Mortal Kombat 2 is for the Gamers

Let me start by saying this: If you are going into Mortal Kombat 2 looking for a thought-provoking movie, this is not it! Mortal Kombat 2 knows that it is a movie for the fans of the game. While it tried to use Cole Young (Lewis Tan) as the entry point in the first movie…
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May 7, 2026
The Scares are Legit in Hokum

There is a moment in Hokum where Ohm Bauman (Adam Scott) is sitting in a dumbwaiter and counting down. During these tense seconds, the camera’s focus switches between Ohm in the dumbwaiter and the dark corridor he is staring at. As you sit there, watching him count down, the anxiety starts to build. The use…
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April 30, 2026
Preparing for the Chicago Critics Film Festival

The Chicago Critics Film hits Chicago this weekend at the Music Box, and the Fandads will be there to cover it. We will attempt to watch a few films during its run. While it is impossible to watch everything that the festival has to offer, here is a list of the few movies we hope…
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April 29, 2026
Moonwalking History with Michael

Michael gives us the story of Michael Jackson from the beginning of the Jackson 5 to the release of his “Bad” album. The movie does a great job of depicting Michael’s life and their road to stardom.
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April 23, 2026
Tribeca Announces 25th Year Anniversary Line Up

Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Tribeca Festival, presented by OKX, today announced its 2026 feature and short film lineup. Taking place June 3–14 in New York City, the Festival will showcase 118 feature films—including a record 103 world premieres—alongside 86 short films. Founded in the aftermath of September 11 on the belief that storytelling unites communities, Tribeca has grown…
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April 19, 2026
All Elite Wrestling (AEW) X NFL = Lucha Masks

As a fan of wrestling and luchadors, this is a pretty cool team-up. Read about All Elite Wrestling (AEW) teaming up with the NFL to sell officially licensed Lucha Masks! For the first time in history, All Elite Wrestling (AEW) today announced the groundbreaking launch of AEW NFL officially licensed Lucha masks for all 32 NFL teams.…
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April 15, 2026
THE STEVEN SPIELBERG: THE SPOTLIGHT COLLECTION COMES HOME ON JUNE 9TH

Eight of Steven Spielberg’s most defining works in one spectacular package! This set will release on June 9th!
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April 14, 2026
The Greatest Show on Earth’ Returns this November

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents The Greatest Show On Earth® is back and reimagined for a new generation, bringing a fast-paced, high-energy circus experience to Rosemont, playing Allstate Arena from November 6-8, 2026. Tickets for The Greatest Show On Earth are on sale now at Ringling.com. Fans can sign up to become Ringling Insiders for exclusive early access to tickets, including a special pre-sale code to secure the best seats before they go…
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April 9, 2026
The Revenge of Maul – Shadow Lord

There is something fresh about the look of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord. The character of Darth Maul (Sam Witwer)is familiar, but we do learn something new about him. In this new series, we learn about the effects of the Empire on a person’s psyche and what anger boils inside of those whom the…
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April 6, 2026
Forbidden Forest: Search for the Hippogriff in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Debuts in Universal Fan Fest Nights

This all-original Universal Fan Fest Nights experience, Forbidden Forest: Search for the Hippogriff, at Universal Studios Hollywood dares witches, wizards and Muggles to venture into the Forbidden Forest in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter on a journey to rescue this esteemed magical creature. Tickets are now available for purchase to attend Universal Fan Fest Nights, which runs for a limited…
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April 3, 2026