Recent theatrical viewings

[Rev. Powell]

SEND HELP (2026): A mousy, unassertive corporate drone---who's obsessed with becoming a contestant on "Survivor"---turns the tables on her untalented but ruthless boss when they find themselves stranded on an island together. Fairly ridiculous thriller that turns reasonably fun in the bloody cat-and-mouse battles of the final hour. I am guessing most people here will like this Sam Raimi production better than me; no need to rush to the cinema, it should play just fine on the small screen. 3/5.

[Rev. Powell]

NIRVANA: THE BAND, THE SHOW, THE MOVIE (2025): Two delusional losers, who for years on end think their band will hit it big (by playing the Rivoli in Toronto), accidentally invent a time machine that sends them back to 2008. Begins as a low-rent "Spinal Tap," turns into a "Back to the Future" parody, but at heart it always remains a funny and sweet buddy comedy. From a web series that was adapted into a Canadian cable TV show, but the premise and characters are so simple you won't need any background to enjoy this comedy  (maybe you'll even end up joining its weird cult). Includes a few improvised "Candid Camera"-style scenes with unsuspecting passersby. 3.5/5.