They/Them Review: John Logan's Slasher Suffers From An Identity Crisis
Satisfying as it is for the film to directly take aim at dangerous institutions, there is sadness in knowing this horror couldn't find a happy middle.
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Stowaway Review: A Great Cast Can’t Overcome An Uninspiring Script
In his feature debut, Whitebloom struggles to bring the excitement into his heist film, Stowaway, like he’s done with his music videos.
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Prey Review: Predator Franchise Is Revived In Efficient & Violent Thriller
A lean action thriller, Prey takes Predator back to its ultraviolent roots and proves itself as a worthy entry in the franchise's mythology.
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Luck Review: Apple TV+ Movie Has Equal Parts Heart, Humor & Visual Flair
While short on laugh-out-loud moments, Luck is charming and whimsical, with a voice cast that brings their distinct talents to the film.
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Bullet Train Review: A Stylish & Blood-Soaked Parade Of Crowd-Pleasing Payoffs
Bullet Train is a laugh-a-minute action romp, packed with fun characters, electric fight choreography, and (on occasion) surprisingly earnest emotion.
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'The Duff' Review
The Duff makes timely points about self-love, body image, and modern relationships but falls short of becoming a teen drama classic.
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'Strange Magic' Review
Strange Magic may be a pretty picture that the kids can sing along to, but within the larger spectrum of animated features it is pretty forgettable.
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'Before I Go to Sleep' Review
Before I Go to Sleep does little to redefine the psychological thriller genre but still offers an intriguing central mystery that should keep viewers...
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Rounding Review: Intriguing & Engaging Thriller Is Too Restrained [Tribeca]
Despite a solid performance from the film’s lead and an interesting character arc, Rounding gets a bit lost in all it’s trying to accomplish.
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Sharp Stick Review: Froseth's Stellar Performance Saves Dunham's Clunky Script
Sharp Stick is charming thanks to great performances, but the lopsided script doesn’t reach its full potential.
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DC League of Super-Pets Review: Johnson & Hart Lose Their Magic
Though DC League of Super-Pets tries to impart lessons about friendship and vulnerability, the characters and story outside Krypto feel half-baked.
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Purple Hearts Review: A Compelling Premise Is Undermined By Sappy Writing
It is easy to see the potential, but Purple Hearts leans into over-sentimentality, with narrative tricks designed to trigger tears & subdue thinking.
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Thirteen Lives Review: Thai Cave Rescue Gets Detailed & Gripping Retelling
While certain elements feel underdeveloped, Thirteen Lives is an affecting look at one of the most incredible events of the past decade.
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Not Okay Review: Zoey Deutch Charms As Unlikable Social Media Fame-Chaser
Zoey Deutch shines as the (mostly) unlikable lead in Not Okay, an incisive and entertaining satire of social media influencers and fame.
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A Love Song Review: Sparse Western Romance Is Saved By Dickey's Performance
Directed by Max Silverman, A Love Song is a quiet but stirring fable about reunions, love, and time set against the backdrop of the American West.
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Vengeance Review: Novak's Podcast Movie is Full of Great Ideas That Don't Quite Connect
Vengeance is thoughtful and humorous - packed with B.J. Novak's caustic social commentary - but still struggles to say something truly memorable.
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Allswell Review: Character-Driven Drama Is Poignant & Moving [Tribeca]
The film brings the drama, but it’s never overdone & the performances from the cast elevate the material, adding dimensions to the characters’...
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The Good Neighbor Review: Rhys Meyers Steals The Show In Flawed Thriller
The Good Neighbor struggles with convenient plot points and inconsistent characterization, yet is still a thrilling ride thanks to its menacing...
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Mark Hamill Jokingly Tells Star Wars Fans to Not Buy Certain Luke Skywalker Merch
Mark Hamill jokingly calls out models of Luke's lost hand insensitive on Twitter, urging fans to stop buying Luke Skywalker's dismemberment merch.
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Nude Tuesday Review: Things Get Funny & Weird In Entertaining Comedy [Tribeca]
Nude Tuesday is incredibly entertaining and, though the central premise starts to wane after a while, the story picks back up as it nears its end.
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Wes Schlagenhauf Is Dying Review: Underwhelming Comedy Lacks Heart [Tribeca]
While there are moments that work & the cast has a lot of chemistry together, Wes Schlagenhauf is Dying never reaches its story or comedic potential.
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Brian & Charles Review: A Charming, Funny & Heartfelt Comedy About Friendship
Brian and Charles is a soothing, lighthearted, and warm story about friendship and connection that is strengthened by its titular characters.
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Abandoned Review: Disappointing Horror Movie Needed To Pick A Lane
Abandoned has a few things in its favor, but a disappointing conclusion obscures them while making the movie's flaws even more prominent.
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Rise Review: An Emotional & Charming Tale About The Rise Of NBA Legends
Rise is a solid biopic that aims to celebrate the cherished memories the Antetokounmpos have & their continued success as a united & happy family.
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Murder At Yellowstone City Review: Compelling Western Undercut By Tired Tropes
Despite the pieces adding up to an intriguing adventure at the center, the story fumbles when under pressure and regurgitates tired concepts.
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Flux Gourmet Review: Butterfield & Christie Lead Creepy, Skin-Crawling Indie
The themes of artistry and pretension are so perfectly executed that many of the film's perceived flaws could also be seen as winking at the audience.
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Cryo Review: Clever Ending Can’t Make Up For Paper-Thin Characters
While not without merit, Cryo is so bland for most of its runtime that not even a transformative ending makes for a net-positive viewing experience.
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Elvis Review: What Luhrmann's Biopic Lacks In Depth It Makes Up For In Style
The film is beautiful & has an electric energy, especially during Elvis’ performances, but it can't maintain the same enthusiasm it started with.
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