Cinema Escapist

Explore and connect the world through a cinematic lens

Menu
About Contact Write for Us
  • Africa
  • Asia
    East Asia Southeast Asia South Asia
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • Middle East
About
Contact
Write for Us

Reviews

Japan

Review: “One Hundred Years and Hope” Profiles the Japanese Communist Party Whilst Avoiding High Drama Or Emotionality

By Brian Hioe

Japan

Review: “Convenience Story” Paints Surreal Picture of the Creative Process Using Japanese Convenience Stores

By Brian Hioe

China

Review: Chinese Sci-fi Prequel “The Wandering Earth II” Offers Epicness Amidst Subdued Times

By Anthony Kao

United Arab Emirates

Review: With “The Ambush”, the UAE Tries Buying A Hollywood War Movie

By Anthony Kao

South Korea

Review: Lee Jung-jae’s Spy Thriller “Hunt” Paints Familiar Picture of 80’s Korean Politics

By Anthony Kao

Japan

Review: “My Small Land” Offers an Intimate Look at Kurdish Refugees in Japan

By Jianne Soriano

Cambodia

Review: Davy Chou’s “Return to Seoul” Is a Soulful Exploration of Transnational Identity and Culture Clash

By Jianne Soriano

Chile

Review: “Chile 1976” Offers Muted Art House Take on the Pinochet Era

By Anthony Kao

Hong Kong

Review: “A Light Never Goes Out” Celebrates Hong Kong’s Iconic Neon Signs

By Brian Hioe

South Korea

Review: Comedy “6/45” Gives Fun And Reliable Take On North-South Korea Relations

By Anthony Kao

Follow CE

Sections

Africa

East Asia

Southeast Asia

South Asia

Europe

Latin America

Middle East

More

About

Contact

Write for us

© 2014-2026 Cinema Escapist, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. All rights reserved.