A Long Weekend Calls For Movies

Greetings Old Sport!

Can you believe spooky season is almost here?! We have so many treats and maybe even a few tricks planned… but all of that in due time. For now, let’s deal with the present.

Hopefully you find yourself staring down a three day weekend. And what better way to spend a long holiday than watching movies? Not sure what to watch? Well you’ve come to the right place, old sport. Whether you’re looking to head to the cinema or enjoy a relaxing weekend at home catching up on your watchlist, your favorite movie pals have some great flick picks for you!

Our friendly MovieJawn staff is pleased to help you find your next favorite motion picture now playing at a movie palace near you!

• Sasha Ravitch says The Becomers is an enchanting exploration of love

• Rosalie Kicks says The Falling Star is reminiscent of the golden age Hollywood

• Megan Bailey says Zoe Kravitz’s feature debut, Blink Twice is a must see

• Kate Beach says The Crow is a confused film that gets stuck in its own mud

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Looking to stay in for the long weekend? Find your next favorite motion picture now playing from the comfort of your couch.

• Laurence Boag-Matthews says Hell Hole has a solid story and great special effects. Now streaming on Shudder.

• Shayna Davis says Smoking Tigers is a reflective portrait of coming of age in Southern California. Now streaming on MAX.

• Jo Rempel says Satranic Panic shows how trans joy is possible, despite demons. Watch digitally here.

• Kate Beach says Chuck Chuck Baby queers the quirky British dramedy. Watch digitally here.

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• Tori Potenza shares a slew of flicks she caught across the pond at FrightFest here.

• Billie Anderson and Rosalie Kicks head to TIFF next week. Check out some of their most anticipated movies here.

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