Reality, written and directed by Tina Satter, is an American mystery-thriller that had its debut at the 73rd Berlin International Film Festival, where it received nominations for Best Film and Best Director. The movie’s core idea centers on what might be called a “glitch in the system.” The director uses visual effects—specifically, these "glitches"—to question the idea of an error-free setup or to cast doubt on t…

This brief film really grabbed my attention. The cinematography is generally well done, although there’s a moment when they obscure The Intercept and the visuals become jarring—it almost feels staged. It made me seriously reconsider how I'd feel being questioned by the FBI, and now I'll probably view people with tactical gear in a new light. I initially assumed these individuals were just men taking a trip, but it tu…

Going into “Reality Winner,” I had no prior knowledge of the actual events depicted, so seeing the title along with “FBI” led me to anticipate something akin to “Slumdog Millionaire.” That expectation proved completely off base. The film centers on a woman—Sydney Sweeney—who held a position within the U.S. government translating documents related to Iran. The story begins when she returns home and discovers that "Gar…