Fantastic Fest — A–Z of films

This is a long way off the beaten track of traditional narrative, but it is nonetheless engaging and affecting.

The sweetness in this film and its lightness of touch are utterly beguiling. Nothing you can do will prepare you for the way it ends.

Pareja and Botet often perform comedy together and have a seasoned chemistry which makes it easy to buy into the depth and intensity of their characters’ relationship.

LeVeck has more story ideas than are initially apparent and saves the best till last.

This is one film that's really going to test the mettle of Wood's mainstream fanbase.

The noirish animation gives the girl a dramatic presence that is larger than life, small and quiet though she is

Small children would delight in this film, but most adults would be horrified by the thought of them seeing it.

Flitting between the agonies of trying to be socially appropriate, real violence and frantic comedy, Homewrecker is a fast paced, character-driven film that will follow you around until you give it all of your attention.

As Jojo, Davis delivers one of the finest performances of the year.

This is a world of ballgowns, sequins and lace...but none of that diminishes the ability of its heroes to think clearly or take charge of their own fates.

We don't see the much of the immediate aftermath of death here, but instead are treated to the way grief can linger, catching anger and guilt in its wake

The Lodge hinges on a powerhouse performance from Keough, who inhabits the troubled Grace so completely that we can stay with her even as her ability to distinguish what's real and what isn't breaks down.

Carried throughout by a strong performance from Hoffmann.

To the extent that it's successful, this is thanks to McClatchy, who manages to make Maggie completely believable even in the most absurd situation.

There are some good stories - various myths around the filming of Alien are punctured, but one of the film's central theses is a mythological one.

Michelle Garza Cervera's hard-hitting film combines an elegant sense of aesthetics with emotional intelligence and insight.

Bong Joon Ho's tale of two families explores the wealth gap in South Korean society with wit, insight and a pitch black sense of humour.

Most interesting for its nicely balanced performances.

It unfolds in a way that defies expectations, finding hope and humanity in unexpected places.

Synchronic is science fiction thinking about itself.

Chaotic and fragmented, VHYes initially snares the viewer with simple curiosity value and then, as distinct themes and characters begin to emerge, becomes harder and harder to look away from.

Lorcan Finnegan never allows us to lose sight of the absurdity of the situation, nor of the real life absurdities that it points up.

Mary Dauterman's gutsy little short packs a lot of story into just four minutes..

The characters are beautifully drawn and the performances finely balanced in a film with a lot more going on upstairs than its preoccupation with violence might suggest.

Taplitz is a real find, bringing depth to a character who doesn't get much room to express emotion given the film's dry, mannered style.