TIFF: Jury-of-One Picks for Best of the Festival

I had the chance to write up my “Jury of One” picks from TIFF 2022 for The Film Experience - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Raymond and Ray

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Raymond and Ray,” coming to Apple TV+ October 21st, is a worthwhile brotherhood drama with Ewan McGregor and Ethan Hawke. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: War Sailor

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“War Sailor” looks at the intense sacrifices and irreversible events of war. I reviewed the film for ShockYa - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Saint Omer

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Saint Omer” is a powerful drama that was recently selected as France's Oscar entry. I reviewed the film for The Film Experience - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: The Hummingbird

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“The Hummingbird” features strong performances in its epic tale of one man's life. I reviewed the film for ShockYa - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Causeway

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Causeway,” coming to Apple TV+ November 4th, features strong performances from Jennifer Lawrence and Brian Tyree Henry. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: The Banshees of Inisherin

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“The Banshees of Inisherin,” coming to theaters October 21st, is the latest twisted film from the mind of Martin McDonagh. I reviewed the film for ShockYa - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: The Lost King

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“The Lost King,” coming soon to theaters, is an entertaining and interesting look at one woman's pursuit of justice. I reviewed the film for The Film Experience - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Women Talking

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Women Talking,” coming to theaters December 2nd, is an extremely thought-provoking and engaging drama with excellent performances. I reviewed the film for ShockYa - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: All Quiet on the Western Front

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“All Quiet on the Western Front,” coming to Netflix October 28th, is Germany's official Oscar entry. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Hunt

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Hunt,” coming to theaters this December, is a superb directorial debut and sleek thriller from Lee Jung-jae. I reviewed the film for The Film Experience - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Sanctuary

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Sanctuary,” which was just bought by Super for distribution, features terrific performances from Margaret Qualley and Christopher Abbott. I reviewed the film for The Film Experience - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Blueback

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Blueback” is a very well-acted and visually striking story set in Western Australia. I reviewed the film for ShockYa - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: The Whale

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“The Whale,” coming to theaters December 9th, is the best film I saw at TIFF, with phenomenal performances from Brendan Fraser and Sadie Sink. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: The Son

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“The Son,” coming to theaters November 11th, is a flawed parenting drama. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Corsage

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Corsage,” coming to theaters December 23rd, is Austria's official Oscar submission. I reviewed the film for The Film Experience - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: The Good Nurse

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“The Good Nurse,” coming to theaters October 19th and Netflix October 26th, probes an intriguing subject matter but doesn't focus on its most interesting facets. I reviewed the film for ShockYa - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Empire of Light

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Empire of Light,” coming to theaters December 9th, is a nostalgic ode to cinema. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: My Policeman

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“My Policeman,” coming to theaters October 21st and Prime Video November 4th, is an involving tale of overlapping love stories. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: The Swearing Jar

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“The Swearing Jar,” now playing in theaters and on VOD, features a superb lead performance from Adelaide Clemens. I reviewed the film for The Film Experience - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Allelujah

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Allelujah” presents worthwhile ideas in a convoluted and uneven manner. I reviewed the film for ShockYa - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery,” coming to Netflix on December 23rd, is the best kind of sequel. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Prisoner's Daughter

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Prisoner's Daughter” is an unconvincing drama starring Kate Beckinsale and Brian Cox. I reviewed the film for ShockYa - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: The Wonder

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“The Wonder,” coming to Netflix on December 7th, is a haunting period drama starring Florence Pugh. I reviewed the film for The Film Experience - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Roost

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Roost” is an engaging drama with strong performances from Summer Phoenix, Grace Van Dien, and Kyle Gallner. I reviewed the film for ShockYa - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Triangle of Sadness

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Triangle of Sadness,” coming to theaters on October 7th, is the latest twisted social critique from director Ruben Östlund. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

Weekend Movie Recommendations with Abe

Every Friday, I'll be uploading a Minute with Abe: Weekend Movie Recommendations Edition, surveying new releases in theaters, on DVD, and on streaming services. Check it out, and subscribe to the movieswithabe channel!


New to Theaters: Catherine Called Birdy, The Woman King, God’s Country
New to Theaters and VOD: The Swearing Jar
New to DVD: Vengeance
New to Netflix: Plaza Catedral, Colette
New to Hulu: The Cove, I Think We’re Alone Now
New to Disney+: Thor: Love and Thunder, The Call of the Wild

TIFF with Abe: Valeria is Getting Married

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Valeria is Getting Married,” one of Israel's nominees for its top film prize, is a stirring drama with terrific performances. I reviewed the film for The Film Experience - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: The Woman King

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“The Woman King,” which is now playing in theaters, is a formidable Black women-led epic. I reviewed the film for ShockYa - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: The Fabelmans

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“The Fabelmans,” coming to theaters on November 11th, is a highly personal and worthwhile film from director Steven Spielberg. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

Interview with Abe: Genevieve Adams

I was fortunate to be able to speak with Genevieve Adams, the writer, director, and star of “Simchas and Sorrows,” now available on digital and VOD. You can watch the full conversation below!

TIFF with Abe: Emily

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Emily,” coming to theaters next year, is a strong Emily Bronte biopic starring Emma Mackey. I reviewed the film for The Film Experience - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: North of Normal

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“North of Normal” features great performances from Sarah Gadon and Amanda Fix in an unconventional family drama. I reviewed the film for ShockYa - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Decision to Leave

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Decision to Leave,” coming to theaters on October 14th, is South Korea's official Oscar submission for Best International Film and quite an interesting, well-made production. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Moving On

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin are back together in “Moving On.” I reviewed the film for AwardsWatch - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: What's Love Got To Do With It

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“What's Love Go To Do With It” is a fun romantic comedy from Shekhar Kapur. I reviewed the film for The Film Experience - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: One Fine Morning

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“One Fine Morning” is a resonant drama with a strong central performance from Léa Seydoux. I reviewed the film for ShockYa - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: The Menu

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“The Menu,” coming to theaters on November 18th, is a food-centric horror movie with plenty of entertaining and disturbing content. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Good Night Oppy

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Good Night Oppy,” coming to theaters select theaters on November 4 and to Prime Video November 23, is an engaging and fun documentary about Mars rovers. I reviewed the film for AwardsWatch - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Carmen

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Carmen,” coming to theaters next year, is an immersive and captivating visual and emotional experience. I reviewed the film for The Film Experience - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: The End of Sex

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“The End of Sex” is a lighthearted and entertaining look at reinvigorating a relationship. I reviewed the film for ShockYa - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Bros

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Bros,” coming to theaters on September 30th, is a thoroughly enjoyable and genuinely funny gay romantic comedy. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: How to Blow Up a Pipeline

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“How to Blow Up a Pipeline,” which just got picked up by NEON, turns a manifesto into a tense and engaging eco-thriller. I reviewed the film for AwardsWatch - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Baby Ruby

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Baby Ruby” is a disturbing look at the dark side of parenthood. I reviewed the film for The Film Experience - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: Muru

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“Muru” is an extremely powerful story of culture and government abuse in New Zealand. I reviewed the film for ShockYa - head over there to read my review.

TIFF with Abe: The Swimmers

I’m thrilled to have covered the Toronto International Film Festival in-person for the first time! I’m cataloging my reviews for other outlets now that the festival has wrapped.

“The Swimmers,” coming to Netflix on November 23rd, is an astounding story of survival perseverance. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

Weekend Movie Recommendations with Abe

Every Friday, I'll be uploading a Minute with Abe: Weekend Movie Recommendations Edition, surveying new releases in theaters, on DVD, and on streaming services. Check it out, and subscribe to the movieswithabe channel!


New to Theaters and Peacock: Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul.
New to Theaters: Three Thousand Years of Longing
New to DVD: Bliss, Faya Dayi
New to Prime Video: 21 Grams, The Silence of the Lambs, The Usual Suspects
New to Hulu: Anais in Love, The Eyes of Tammy Faye, Ernest and Celestine, Lupin III: The First
New to HBO Max: Elvis, The East