Black Cab focuses on the gendered evergreen of the horror genre: a woman in distress, defined through terror, victimisation, abuse, possession, subjection, infection.
Its mock Mickey is a genetically modified super-violent pipsqueak, let loose from the sewers by blundering engineers; rather than the jaunty steamboat his predecessor commandeered, he wreaks murderous havoc.
Lucy Liu's return to the big screen in Presence has captivated audiences with its tense storytelling, showcasing her growth in diverse and challenging roles.
"Although there's a fair amount of seasonally appropriate snow on display, this horror feature represents a stonking slice of counter-programming for the festive season, given there is nothing merry in the least about it."
The film I Saw the TV Glow has resonated with queer audiences, particularly those questioning their gender, showcasing the struggles of a trans youth grappling with identity.
"Fede Álvarez may have been the perfect director to refresh the Alien film franchise. His movie Alien: Romulus is incredibly well shot, with the camera slinking like a predator down each beautiful hallway in the failing Romulus space station, building tension with each step the characters take. Problem is, he just happened to be the worst possible writer for the job, too."