OFCS members don’t just write film reviews. Here are several articles you might find interesting.
Interviews
John Magaro on the Weight of ‘Omaha’, Being a Thoughtful Performer, and Accidentally Missing Out on ‘The Bear’
Matt Oakes @ Silver Screen Riot
- Excerpt: John Magaro talks Omaha, his quietly devastating new road trip drama rooted in Nebraska’s 2008 safe haven law, working with kids, and dodging bullets.
Tan Si En on Momo Film Co., Beach House Acquisition, and the Future of Southeast Asian Cinema
Panagiotis Kotzathanasis @ Asian Movie Pulse
- Excerpt: Ultimately, Tan’s vision for Momo Film Co. is both simple and ambitious. Rather than focusing on awards or industry recognition, she emphasizes the importance of reaching audiences. For her, the success of a film lies in its ability to connect with viewers, to exist beyond the confines of the screen and resonate on a deeper level. As Momo continues to grow within the global industry, this guiding principle remains at the heart of its mission.
Essays
Michael Isn’t a Biopic, It’s an Advertisement
- Excerpt: Modern biopics are more of an advertisement these days. Think of them as “buy-o-pics.”
Festival Coverage
DIFF 2026 – Report from the Field
Josh Thayer @ The Forgetful Film Critic
- Excerpt: I’m publishing this report from the field a little later than intended. It’s going up on the last day of the fest, but I’ll be back, hopefully in about a week, to recap the second half of my DIFF 2026 adventures.
Awards Coverage
Contender: Disclosure Day
Wesley Lovell @ Awards Landscape
Contender: Dune: Part Three
Wesley Lovell @ Awards Landscape
Contender: Rose
Wesley Lovell @ Awards Landscape
Contender: Toy Story 5
Wesley Lovell @ Awards Landscape
Poll: Re-Awarding Best Original Screenplay, 2013
Upcoming Film Previews
The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act
Clayface
Colony
Coyote vs. Acme
The Dog Stars
Driver’s Ed
Evil Dead Burn
Focker-in-Law
Idiots
Mutiny
Poll: Now That You’ve Seen “Michael”
Practical Magic 2
Saccharine
Spaceballs: The New One
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, Updated
Street Fighter, Updated
Reviews of Short Films
The Sharp Point of Time
Panagiotis Kotzathanasis @ Asian Movie Pulse
- Excerpt: Ultimately, a noticeable step down from “Good Filipino Kids,” “The Sharp Point of Time” is a work burdened by significant structural issues, one that would likely benefit from a substantial recut in order to reach even a moderate level of cohesion. Its only truly redeeming element lies in the sensitive and realistic portrayal of Matthew.
Rihanna
Panagiotis Kotzathanasis @ Asian Movie Pulse
- Excerpt: The comments on westernization and the generational gap between parents and children are portrayed eloquently, resulting in a very competent short overall. Truth be told, however, some more of Rihanna’s lines would definitely have been welcome, particularly if the concept is ever expanded into a feature.
Stray Dog
Panagiotis Kotzathanasis @ Asian Movie Pulse
- Excerpt: There are works that can be appreciated even without being fully understood, and “Stray Dog,” particularly through its imposing atmosphere and gritty audiovisual execution, certainly belongs to that category.
Memories of the Yellow River
Panagiotis Kotzathanasis @ Asian Movie Pulse
- Excerpt: Although somewhat elusive in its commentary and requiring multiple viewings to be fully appreciated, “Memories of the Yellow River” emerges as an excellent short, well shot, directed, and acted, one that is bound to intrigue viewers who encounter it.
Other Types of Articles
Movie Madness Episode 647: If You Believe, Clap Your Hands!
Erik Childress @ Movie Madness
- Excerpt: Nine reviews this week include the latest from David Lowery, a survival thriller with Charlize Theron, a bloody comedy from Jorma Taccone and we confront the film that is Michael.
Movie Madness Episode 648: You See Outlaw Josey Wales? What a Flick!
Erik Childress @ Movie Madness
- Excerpt: Joe Dante, John Singleton, Lucio Fulci, Nancy Meyers, Bryan Fuller, Danny DeVito and Andy Milligan all fit in to this week’s physical media roundup.
Box Office History (Week 17, 2026)
Wesley Lovell @ Awards Landscape
Oscar History: April 24
Wesley Lovell @ Awards Landscape
Oscar History: April 25
Wesley Lovell @ Awards Landscape
Oscar History: April 26
Wesley Lovell @ Awards Landscape
Oscar History: April 27
Wesley Lovell @ Awards Landscape
Oscar History: April 28
Wesley Lovell @ Awards Landscape
Oscar History: April 29
Wesley Lovell @ Awards Landscape
Oscar History: April 30
Wesley Lovell @ Awards Landscape
Poll: What Are You Most Anticipating/ (May 2026, Limited)
Poll: What Are You Watching? (May 1-3, 2026)
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