TRANSPLANT explores the challenges of becoming a world class doctor — Moviejawn by Jonathan Jansen, Staff Writer  Transplant examines the cost of greatness through the lens of a surgical resident that is aiming to be a heart transplant surgeon.

MJ's @jonjansen.bsky.social says, "TRANSPLANT'S surgical portrayal of what it means to achieve great things is brilliantly taken to the operating room." #TransplantMovie played #PhillyFilmFest. #PFF24 #Filmsky

VERMIGLIO looks at a 20th century village coming to terms with women's autonomy — Moviejawn by Jonathan Jansen, Staff Writer  A small mountain village called Vermiglio is far enough from World War II to not feel its effects, but war eventually is carried back to the village.

MJ's Jonathan Jansen says, "VERMIGLIO is an extraordinary look at the role men play in women’s lives and the small chances women have to determine their own fate." #Vermiglio recently screened at Philly Film Festival. #PFF24

CLOUD is a multifaceted look at how we treat others online — Moviejawn by Jonathan Jansen, Staff Writer  While it’s a compelling package, filled with commentary and fun filmmaking, it's a package that ultimately has a few items missing.

MJ's Jonathan Jansen says, "CLOUD is part thriller, part horror, and part comedy all delivered in one package." #Cloud played Philly Film Fest, release is forthcoming. #PFF24

MEMOIR OF A SNAIL is a cinematic gift — Moviejawn by Shah, Staff Writer Adam Elliot’s Memoir of a Snail proves that only humans can create meaningful art.

MJ's @supershah10.bsky.social says, "Adam Elliot’s MEMOIR OF A SNAIL proves that only humans can create meaningful art." #MemoirOfASnail opens in theaters Friday and screens today at Philly Film Fest. #PFF24

LA COCINA uses a restaurant to explore class dynamics — Moviejawn by Chelsea Alexandra, Staff Writer  The film amplifies the chaotic rhythm of kitchen service while diving into the personal stories of the people who keep the back of the house afloat. 

MJ's Chelsea Alexandra says, "LA COCINA is beautiful, chaotic, loud, and an absolute stress bomb." #LaCocina opens at #Angelika Film Center Friday and will screen at Philly Film Fest this Sunday. #PFF24