Far Out Magazine

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Oct 28, 2026 3.5/5 Whether or not the film achieves impartiality, it does offer a riveting chronicle of an effort to hold police responsible for their actions and the impact on the lives of all concerned. Go to Full Review Case 137 (2025) 95% - -

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Sep 23, 2026 2.5/5 The frankly unpromising content is made fascinating and a bit unnerving through the skill of an interesting new voice in filmmaking. Go to Full Review Sick (2026) 85% - -

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Sep 15, 2026 4/5 The film’s tension and sense of looming danger are sustained beautifully through a spare, carefully crafted script, strong but restrained acting, and a minimal musical score. Go to Full Review Burning (2024) - - - -

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Apr 7, 2026 4/5 The comedy is poignant, the characters and their interactions are relatable and true to life in this deceptively simple character study. Go to Full Review The Travel Companion (2025) 93% - -

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Mar 6, 2026 3/5 The dynamic, intense story holds the attention in spite of the lengthy, sometimes repetitive chase scenes and subdued dialogue. Go to Full Review In Cold Light (2025) 56% - -

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Feb 24, 2026 4.5/5 This modest documentary shows the human side of life under the Kremlin with unusual clarity. Go to Full Review Mr. Nobody Against Putin (2025) 100% - -

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Dec 29, 2025 3.5/5 The young couple at the centre of the tale are engaging, struggles and sufferings endured are suspenseful and touching, the efforts to escape are imaginative and charming, and the outcome is a nicely written happily ever after. Go to Full Review Wrong Husband (2025) - - - -

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Dec 23, 2025 3/5 The film, with its understated, nuanced dialogue and implied meanings, is held together by the excellent, carefully chosen cast. Go to Full Review Father Mother Sister Brother (2025) 81% - -

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Dec 12, 2025 4/5 Josh O’Connor is perfect in the lead role. Go to Full Review The Mastermind (2025) 89% - -

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Dec 3, 2025 4.5/5 This remarkable documentary manages to both inform and inspire. Go to Full Review How Deep is Your Love (2025) - - - -

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Dec 3, 2025 3/5 The script unfortunately loses focus and clarity during the less amusing and more gruesome final act, although not enough to spoil the overall production. Go to Full Review Slanted (2025) 68% - -

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Dec 3, 2025 5/5 The satire is extreme but effective, never too grim to not be funny, and never quite absurd enough to fail in hitting its target. Go to Full Review No Other Choice (2025) 97% - -

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Dec 2, 2025 2.5/5 The film ultimately becomes a genuine, if preposterous, murder mystery, leading to a conclusion that makes sense according to the leads’ ridiculous worldview, and the result is good fun overall. Go to Full Review Dead Giveaway (2025) - - - -

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Nov 22, 2025 4/5 Adele’s lack of experience allows us to see familiar art forms and social movements with fresh eyes, from the perspective of someone for whom they are completely new. Go to Full Review La venue de l'avenir (2025) 96% - -

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Nov 19, 2025 4/5 Rarely have the challenges of maternity been presented in such an uncompromising and unsentimental way, as represented by a character who is imperfect, but always relatable, sometimes disturbingly so. Go to Full Review If I Had Legs I'd Kick You (2025) 92% - -

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Nov 13, 2025 3.5/5 Patrick Hivon is consistently funny and relatable as the inept and put-upon Adam. Go to Full Review Peak Everything (2025) 75% - -

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Oct 3, 2025 2.5/5 It works as a psychological drama and character study, thanks to the careful direction of an able cast and the credible human weaknesses they reveal. Go to Full Review Stranger Eyes (2024) 83% - -

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Sep 24, 2025 3/5 Despite the logical and consistent storyline, The Cramps is almost certainly the weirdest film you will encounter this year. Go to Full Review The Cramps: A Period Piece (2025) 100% - -

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Sep 5, 2025 3/5 The production’s strong point is the drama and pathos drawn from even the more clumsy scenes, and most of all, the presentation of the Maroons themselves, which is cleverly handled. Go to Full Review Ireke: Rise of the Maroons (2025) - - - -

Monica Reid Far Out Magazine Jul 29, 2025 3.5/5 This unusual journey from sci-fi adventure to intense character study is a challenging but beautifully managed piece of work. Go to Full Review Star People (2025) 80% - -