NYFF Review - 'The Inspection' Unearths Empathy in the Trenches of Bootcamp
The film exhibits a respect for the craft and an empathy for human tribulations that have historically been ignored.

More than half a year has passed since Ave Mujica's comeback, and spring has arrived. The band's popularity continues to grow, while each member's individual activities are also gaining momentum. The next venue Sakiko proposes is a members-only masquerade ball. What lies behind the intentions of the girl who swore to become a god...?
The film exhibits a respect for the craft and an empathy for human tribulations that have historically been ignored.
We can criticize depictions from old media, but they weren’t simply “good for their time”. They were fighting and struggling in a world we can’t imagine.
Critical Incident is worthy of a weekend binge, keeping you guessing right up until the end.
Despite its glaring flaws, First Girl I Loved is not entirely undeserving of a watch. For people who can handle the more difficult aspects of the story and graphic scenes, it is worth looking into. It’s not a film worthy of rewatch, but it may still resonate somewhat with those who need a story like this. It is a genuine, if flimsy attempt at a coming-of-age tale. Were the film to be directed by someone with experiences more similar to Anne, it would likely be more powerful--as it is, it feels like a man’s perspective of what it means to come to terms with your identity as a lesbian.
Presenting a bold and unapologetic narrative focused on strong Muslim female characters, the show beautifully incorporates punk rock as a feminist movement in their lives.
Overall this movie was an easy watch, but by no means a worthwhile watch.