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ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · 3d

Aziz Ansari is more subtle, directs, and writes. Keanu Reeves is an absolute GEM. I even enjoyed Seth Rogen! Not a flawless movie, but full of good vibes.
#goodfortune

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A ★★★½ review of Good Fortune (2025)

Outside of an overt message to hammer home the message of the film at the end I was laughing and enjoying the flip or rich vs poor. Keanu Reeves must do more comedy! His deadpan delivery as an angel l...

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ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · 5d

You can still catch Elliot Hasler’s #vindicationswim in these cities!

Trumbull, CT: October 19, 2025
Los Angeles: October 24, 2025
San Diego: October 25, 2025
Santa Barbara: November 5, 2025

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Vanilla Bear interviews Elliott Hasler

Podcast Episode · Forest Film Club · 10/21/2025 · 37m

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ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · 5d

#thesmashingmachine could have been a knockout! Find out what we thought on your favorite podcast app.

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THE SMASHING MACHINE and ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER

Podcast Episode · Forest Film Club · 10/19/2025 · 1h 50m

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ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · 9d

Regardless of score, #Traumatika may end up on my top (favorite) 20 list . It does not shy away from dark places. The artistic vision really shines through!

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A ★★★½ review of Traumatika (2024)

The movie starts off doing what I like most, presenting an interesting and violent curse without shame. It handles difficult topics and refuses to back down. The fear factor drops a bit by the end, bu...

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ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · 12d

#TheWild was closer to what I expected of the recent #untildawn adaptation. A simple idea Jessica Kozak has fun with. #amazonprime

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A ★★★ review of The Wild (2023)

Decided to watch randomly and it was a pleasant surprise. I equate it to what I expected the recent Until Dawn adaptation to feel like. A friend dies mysteriously the summer before and we go on a tens...

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ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · 13d

Today’s gaming news, #xbox haters invited to be Phil Spencer for a day…

ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · 15d

Tonatiuh was incredible, but #TronAres was definitely the better movie this weekend! #KissOfTheSpiderWoman

ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · 17d

#godzillaminusone (B/W) adds more authenticity to the war time drama. I maintain it was the best movie of 2023.

ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · 17d

#TheGirlfriend is a rare win for #amazonprime. Olivia Cooke keeps up with Robin Wright at every thrilling turn!

ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · 19d

#alienearth is another Noah Hawley win. Find out how we think it could improve in season 2.

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Alien Earth: it is scary good!

Podcast Episode · Forest Film Club · 10/05/2025 · 1h 27m

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ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · 21d

#GoodBoy is a fun and interesting curse to unravel. It shows its independent film restrictions, but we appreciate big swings!

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Good Boy (2025)

A loyal dog moves to a rural family home with his owner Todd, only to discover supernatural forces lurking in the shadows. As dark entities threaten his human companion, the brave pup must fight to pr...

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ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · 21d

After climbing 20min for a shrine in #GhostofYotei I realized there’s better games to play right now…#alicemadnessreturns

ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · 23d

Apparently IT gets easier…what a simple and powerful line of dialogue!
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The Strangers (2008)

After a 4 a.m. knock at the door and haunting voices, Kristen McKay and James Hoyt’s remote getaway becomes a psychological night of terror as three masked strangers invade. Now they must go far beyon...

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ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · 24d

I was hoping to uncover a glimmer of hope through other reviews. No, it’s proof they shot the movies back to back because they thought they had a banger. #TheStrangersChapter2

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A ★½ review of The Strangers: Chapter 2 (2025)

Putting the focus on one of "The Strangers" helps, but we do not learn anything new about Maya. How she gets out of danger doubles down on Chapter One's problem of playing too much with your food. Not...

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ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · Sep 24

Strong ideas and lead cast, however, its inability to combine clashing concepts makes the ending feel goofy. Either stick to a drama with sports or lean into the spiritual aspects. #HIM

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A ★★½ review of HIM (2025)

Its creativity should be commended. I loved the cinematography. A real sports fan's dream. Unfortunately, there is a plot element that initially is handled well, then turns goofy. Think 28 Years Later...

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ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · Sep 24

The forest is excited to interview Elliot Hasler, Director/Writer of #VindicationSwim, this Sunday!
#relsahfilms

ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · Sep 24

What did we think about #thelongwalk?

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THE LONG WALK - is it a home run?

Podcast Episode · Forest Film Club · 09/20/2025 · 2h 15m

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ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · Sep 19

Took a much needed social media break. Check out my quick reviews from the last week!
#thelongwalk 9/10
#CivilWar 9/10
#DemonSlayerInfinityCastle 8/10
#Rosemarysbaby 9/10
#HIM review out soon!

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ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · Sep 17

Holy Demons Warren Family! Find out what we thought of Ed and Lorraine’s “final” fight for survival. Do you believe Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga are truly done in their iconic roles?
#theconjuringlastrites

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THE CONJURING: LAST RITES (or wrong)

Podcast Episode · Forest Film Club · 09/12/2025 · 1h 45m

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ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · Sep 14

Saw #TheLongWalk with one MUSKETEER, reviewing it with the other today. Look out for our review soon!

ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · Sep 10

#Splitsville is awkward, funny, and a memorable experience. Dakota Johnson leads a strong cast telling a story about finding love and support.

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A ★★★★½ review of Splitsville (2025)

Splitsville really surprised me. I am certainly the target audience here, but it went beyond my expectations. The staples of the genre blended well with modern relationship commentary. Twists combine ...

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ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · Sep 8

Zoey Deutch has a thing for Rom-Coms and I love it. #TheThreesomeMovie mostly avoids tropes while being funny and dramatic.

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A ★★★½ review of The Threesome (2025)

I am glad that after Something From Tiffany’s Zoey Deutch is keeping Rom-Coms alive! The movie does its best to avoid tropes, mostly in the first half until it inevitably still circles back in the con...

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ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · Sep 5

What a wild decade plus…if #theconjuringlastrites is any clue the torch may have been passed!

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A ★★★½ review of The Conjuring: Last Rites (2025)

The aspects of its paranormal investigation are tense. The story provides stakes that feel like a final chapter for Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson’s career defining roles. It is hindered by a lack of...

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ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · Sep 2

#BrideHard, outside of one scientifically accurate explosion, was a bunch of friends hanging out. Not sure there’s much of anything to critique.

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A ½ review of Bride Hard (2025)

It has a start, middle, and end. One explosion is surprisingly plausible because of scientific properties so credit for that.

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ForestFilmClub @forestfilmclub.bsky.social · Sep 2

Now I’ve gotta check out the original. #theroses

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A ★★★½ review of The Roses (2025)

I enjoyed the casting and the overall idea. I personally had not seen the original being used as a template. I found Andy Samberg particularly fun to watch. The trailer makes it seem more light-hearte...

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