Jason Thai

My Hero Academia: Vigilantes – Ep. 2 Heroism from the Margins

Jason ThaiApr 15, 2025

In its second episode, My Hero Academia: Vigilantes continues to prove that this spin-off series is more than just a side story—it’s a gritty, grounded look at heroism from the margins. While it still exists within the My Hero Academia universe, Vigilantes carves its...

My Hero Academia: Vigilantes – Ep.1 Connecting with our Quirks

Jason ThaiApr 14, 2025

The first episode of My Hero Academia: Vigilantes offers a refreshing and grounded perspective of the hero world we’ve come to know through the main My Hero Academia series. Instead of showcasing elite students or high-profile Pro Heroes, it introduces us to people...

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September 5: Changing the world in 1972

Jason ThaiDec 13, 2024

September 5 is a compelling exploration of the 1972 Munich Olympics hostage crisis and its groundbreaking impact on live news coverage. Directed by Tim Fehlbaum, the film highlights how ABC News redefined broadcast journalism by choosing to focus on the unfolding...

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Smile 2: Naomi Scott kills in superior sequel

Jason ThaiOct 18, 2024

Smile 2 delves into the impact of fame, guilt, and the breakdown of personal relationships, all of which add depth to Naomi Scott’s character, Skye Riley. Her life is marked by isolation, with most of her remaining “friends” being employees or industry insiders rather...

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My Hero Academia: You’re Next – Taking the battle between good and evil to the next level

Jason ThaiOct 11, 2024

My Hero Academia: You’re Next dives deeper into the philosophical and emotional complexities of heroism than previous films, challenging its characters—and the audience—to rethink the meaning of power and responsibility. While the series has always been about the...

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TIFF ’24: K-Pops

Jason ThaiSep 18, 2024

Anderson Paak’s directorial debut, K-Pops, is a rich tapestry of family dynamics, personal redemption, and the collision between ambition and responsibility. Through the lens of a father-son relationship set against the backdrop of South Korea's high-stakes pop idol...

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TIFF ’24: Ick

Jason ThaiSep 17, 2024

Ick, directed by Joseph Kahn, is a high-octane sci-fi horror satire that cleverly subverts classic genre conventions by presenting an alien invasion met with apathy rather than panic. The film is set in the small American town of Eastbrook, where a malevolent...

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TIFF ’24: Riff Raff

Jason ThaiSep 17, 2024

Riff Raff, directed by Dito Montiel, offers a darkly comedic exploration of family dynamics, loyalty, and the violent undercurrents that shape our lives. Starring Ed Harris, Gabrielle Union, Jennifer Coolidge, and Bill Murray, the film presents a biting satire wrapped...

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TIFF ’24: Daughter’s Daughter

Jason ThaiSep 16, 2024

Huang Xi’s Daughter’s Daughter is a profound exploration of familial duty, personal redemption, and the ethical dilemmas posed by modern reproductive technologies. Sylvia Chang delivers a nuanced performance as Jin Aixia, a character navigating the complex...

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