Alliance of Women Film Journalists
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A nonprofit organization amplifying the voices/perspectives of female critics and supporting work in film by and about women. Jennifer Merin, Editor-in-Chief
US, Canada, UK, Australia
Joined March 2009
AI, from its fair use to ethics, was a hot topic at the University Film and Video Association’s (#UFVA) 79th National Conference recently. @dcarson_critic has more here.
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Those who tune in to freaky and sincere frequencies of Addison Heimann’s "gloriously gooey" horror/science fiction/comedy #TouchMe will find "a specific genius running through the work that’s nigh on irresistible," says @nadine_whitney. More here.
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Director Julie Pacino's assured debut #ILiveHereNow is "a dark and majestic work of psychological and body horror that refuses to hold back on harm done. A twisted fairytale of courage and claimed selfhood," says @nadine_whitney. More here.
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The horror film #Foreigner dives into popular kid culture of the early aughts and the pressure for people of color to assimilate into Caucasian modes of beauty. But the film overall feels "underwhelming," says @nadine_whitney. Her review here.
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With Disney’s #FreakierFriday releasing this month, Amie Doherty is in our Spotlight as one of the few female composers to score a studio film in 2025. Learn more about this tenacious and talented artist here.
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Liam Neeson and #TheNakedGun deliver inspired, "unbridled goofiness," says @dcarson_critic, whose review is a clever overview of the wordplay and "unfettered silliness." Check it out here.
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#TheBadGuys2Movie is "good silly fun," says @valeriekalfrin, a cheery lark with kooky characters, charming character designs, and madcap action. More here.
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Police Squad has changed personnel since the last time #TheNakedGun was on the case, but their bungling antics and slapstick humor still hit the bullseye, says @TeejFlix1. More in her review here.
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Liam Neeson, Pamela Anderson and company deliver a screwball LA noir in #TheNakedGun, reviving what made audiences love this cop spoof back in the '80s and '90s. "With laughs all the way through, it's welcome comfort food," says @valeriekalfrin. More here.
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Kristin Scott Thomas makes her directing debut in August with #MyMothersWedding, a film she co-wrote and in which she co-stars. @BAMOK has more about this project called an "exploration of the beautiful chaos of family" and the acclaimed actress here.
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NYC’s 1975 catastrophic fiscal crisis is superbly documented in the award winning film #DropDeadCity. @dcarson_critic says expect a blend of extensive archival footage with comprehensive firsthand interviews in an entertaining accessible presentation.
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#TOGETHER is the most magnetic movie you’ll see all year. An engaged couple in a sticky situation @TeejFlix1 says Allison Brie and Dave Franco will make you scream with fright and laughter…as long as you don’t drink the water.
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Filmmaker Kelsey Taylor takes inspiration from Little Red Riding Hood in her haunting feature #ToKillAWolf. @Liz_Whittemore describes the film as beautifully crafted, deliberately acted and a must watch. Read more in her full review of our @AWFJ #MOTW:
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THE WEEK IN WOMEN: Oscar-nominated documentarian Amy Berg's film #ItsNeverOverJeffBuckley, spotlighting the short life and career of the late musician, is releasing in Dolby Atmos - Read Brandy McDonnell's report: .
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Betsy Pickle, reviewing "not your typical romcom" #OhHiMovie for AWFJ, says director Sophie Brooks "deserves kudos for originality, even though she makes some major blunders." Read her take here:
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AWFJ critic Susan Kamyab reviews #FantasticFourFirstSteps, saying "it is headed in a better direction than its predecessors but lacks the charm that typically leaves audiences wanting more." read her thoughts here:
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Openings this week include:.Director/co-writer Athina Rachel Tsangari's drama #Harvest.Swiss drama #TheSparrowInTheChimney.Writer/director Itsaso Arana's Spanish girlhood drama #TheGirlsAreAlright.Writer/director Kelsey Taylor's #ToKillAWolf.More:
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Cinematic tribute #Pina is #WimWenders' superb 2011 @Criterion doc about his dear late friend, brilliant dancer Pina Bausch. See four of her most highly acclaimed dances performed by her company, #TanztheaterWuppertalPinaBausch. @jennifermerin's retroview:
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Director #AthinaRachelTsangari sets @mubi drama #Harvest in 18th century Scot's village during Highland Clearances. Locals are displaced by rich landowners, things get ugly. From novel by Jim Crace. Caleb Landry Jones stars. @lizbraun.bsky.social reviews:
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It's Clobber Time! MCU fans are loving @FantasticFour, as it's comic book campy & nods to the superpower of a mother's love, but some fans may want more edge. Save us from Galactus! With Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby. From #MattShakman. @TeejFlix1 reviews:
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