About Julian Roman
Julian Roman has been with Movieweb for nearly twenty years. An avid film buff, he feels lucky to have interviewed and written extensively about Hollywood's greatest talents. In his spare time he plays guitar, treasures good company, and always seeks new adventures.
The Pod Generation Review: A Clever Premise Runs Out of Steam
Rachel (Emilia Clarke) and Alvy (Chiwetel Ejiofor) have a baby using an egg-shaped, artificial womb in near future New York City.
Jules Review: Everyone Needs This Alien Bestie
A widower with dementia (Ben Kingsley) and his neighbors (Harriet Sansom Harris, Jane Curtin) help an injured alien (Jade Quon).
The Last Voyage of the Demeter Review: No Surprises in Lifeless Vampire Flick
A doctor (Corey Hawkins) investigates brutal killings on an 1897 ship with mysterious cargo in The Last Voyage of the Demeter.
Exclusive: The Pod Generation Director Sophie Barthes Discusses Love, Marriage, and AI
Writer/director Sophie Barthes imagines a near future where a couple (Emilia Clarke, Chiwetel Ejiofor) outsources childbirth to an artificial womb.
Brother Review: A Searing Exploration of a Shattered Bond
Francis (Aaron Pierre) looks out for his younger brother, Michael (Lamar Johnson), as they grow up impoverished in Canada.
What Comes Around Review: A Nightmare Scenario for Parents
Utah teen Anna (Grace Van Dien) falls in love with a much older man online (Kyle Gallner) and invites him to meet her mother (Summer Phoenix).
Mob Land Review: A Poorly Realized Crime Thriller Stumbles
A drag strip racer (Shiloh Fernandez) and his brother-in-law (Kevin Dillon) pay the price for robbing a small town pill mill.
Exclusive: Director Amy Redford Exposes Dark Secrets in What Comes Around
Director Amy Redford on the dangers of social media, communicating with children, and filming in Utah during COVID.
Meg 2: The Trench Review: A Glorious Prehistoric Shark Feeding Frenzy
Jonas Taylor (Jason Statham) must stop escaped Megalodons and greedy miners from exploiting the trench.
Exclusive: Director Jeff Rowe Discusses Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem
Director/co-writer Jeff Rowe reboots Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles with stunning animation and a focus on life in vibrant New York City.
Exclusive: Susie Searches Director Sophie Kargman on a Creative Dream Come True
Writer/director Sophie Kargman talks casting Kiersey Clemons, social media fame, and COVID scares during filming.
War Pony Review: An Unflinching Portrayal of Native American Life
23-year-old Bill (Jojo Bapteise Whiting) and 12-year-old Matho (LaDainian Crazy Thunder) struggle to survive on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.
Susie Searches Review: Kiersey Clemons Marvels in Sharp Critique of Social Media
Susie Wallace (Kiersey Clemons) searches for a missing classmate (Alex Wolff) to boost her true-crime podcast.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem Review: A Spectacular Origin Story Reframes the Beloved Franchise
Teenage mutant ninja turtles seek belonging and normalcy while battling a Superfly (Ice Cube) to protect New York City.
Exclusive: Kiersey Clemons Discusses the Social Media Fixation of Susie Searches
A college student (Kiersey Clemons) with a true-crime podcast searches for a missing classmate in Susie Searches. Clemons shared more about the film.
Twisted Metal Review: Anthony Mackie's Hilarious in Action-Packed Carnage
In Twisted Metal, a milkman (Anthony Mackie) tries to deliver a top secret package in post-apocalyptic America.
Haunted Mansion Review: A Banner Adaptation of Disney's Paranormal Theme Park Ride
A New Orleans tour guide (LaKeith Stanfield) helps a widow (Rosario Dawson) and her young son (Chase W. Dillon) rid their house of spooky ghosts.
Exclusive: Director Justin Simien Gets Spooky Funny in Haunted Mansion
Director Justin Simien applauds the all-star cast of Haunted Mansion and writer Katie Dippold during the SAG-AFTRA strike.
Stephen Curry: Underrated Review: Proving the Doubters Wrong at Every Turn
Stephen Curry rises to NBA greatness after being constantly underestimated as a young player.
Oppenheimer Review: Christopher Nolan's Uncompromising Vision of an Exceptional Man
J. Robert Oppenheimer (Cillian Murphy) recalls developing the atomic bomb and his personal failures during the Red Scare.