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Rebecca proves a pale imitator of its predecessor and the source material

By: Shannon Campe

Wheatley's adaptation of the classic gothic novel frequently looks lush, but can't back up its visuals

A movie breaks out during a firearm stunt reel in Free Fire

By: Tim Stevens

Wheatley flirts with Tarantino-esque “cool” crime with decidedly different results.

Death on the Nile is a polished, pretty looking shell

By: Shannon Campe

Despite its lavish appearance, Kenneth Branagh's second take on Agatha Christie barely justifies its existence.

Unraveling pop-culture one thread at a time

The Spool is an irreverent, informative source for film and television coverage, focused on diverse, thoughtful opinions that seek out a greater understanding of the media we love.

“Crisis” milks the opioid crisis for a seedy, multi-pronged crime thriller

By: Marshall Estes

Armie Hammer, Evangeline Lilly, Gary Oldman, and others tackle different facets of the drug trade in an enjoyable, if flawed, procedural.

Filmmaker of the Month

The secret to “The Social Network”‘s success was its soundtrack

David Fincher's 2010 drama about the founding of Facebook is nothing without Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross' groundbreaking score.

“Rebecca” is a glamorous vacation for the eyes

Ben Wheatley's take on the Daphne du Maurier gothic romance doesn't surpass Hitchcock's, but it's a well-made mental getaway.

Countdown to Goodbye: An Unofficial Modern Queer Trilogy

A look at three unforgettable portrayals of love & heartbreak to suit all your tearjerker needs.

Sorry to Bother You Review: Boots Riley Takes On Consumerism, Race in Scorchingly Funny Debut

Boots Riley’s wild feature film debut throws racial politics, consumerism, and magical realism in a blender, making for a comedy that’s as unpredictable as it is hilarious. This piece was originally posted on Alcohollywood Capitalism is a hell of a drug – it lulls you in with the promise of wealth and success, and all ... Sorry to Bother You Review: Boots Riley Takes On Consumerism, Race in Scorchingly Funny Debut

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