Nighbitch Review: A Surreal Take on Motherhood and Transformation

NIGHTBITCH

(15) 99mins

★★★☆☆

ANY parent will tell you raising young children can be animalistic at times. But this portrayal of a new mother who transforms into a dog at night teeters on the brink of barking mad.

Adapted from Rachel Yoder’s novel of the same name, Nightbitch stars Amy Adams as the 'mom-mutt' navigating the challenges of motherhood.

As she grapples with the monotony of suburban life, her transformation into a feral canine blurs the lines between reality and surrealism.

Feral Canine

Amy Adams delivers an excellent performance as a powerful yet unfulfilled female, adding depth to the film's exploration of identity and freedom amidst the demands of childcare.

While the concept and visuals may feel flawed at times, the film succeeds in capturing the magic and madness of motherhood, offering poignant observations on the struggles and joys of parenting.

UNSTOPPABLE

(12A) 123mins

★★★☆☆

UNSTOPPABLE tells the inspiring true story of Anthony Robles, a wrestling champion born with one leg who overcame adversity to achieve greatness.

While the film may stick to a formulaic script, it effectively showcases Robles' journey to success, complete with motivational speeches and emotional triumphs.

Jharrel Jerome's portrayal of Robles, alongside a strong supporting cast including Jennifer Lopez and Michael Pena, adds depth to this feel-good tale of resilience and determination.

RUMOURS

(15) 104mins

★★★☆☆

RUMOURS is a satirical take on world leaders at a G7 summit, starring Cate Blanchett and Charles Dance, that sheds light on political double speak amidst a mysterious apocalypse.

While the film offers entertaining performances, including Blanchett's impression of Angela Merkel and Dupuis' portrayal of a melancholic Canadian Prime Minister, it gets lost in bizarre plot twists and unexplained character choices.

Despite its shortcomings, RUMOURS provides a humorous and quirky commentary on political dynamics and human nature in times of crisis.