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Leo Review: Adam Sandler Heads Up A Winning New Animated Film

By Josh Spiegel November 17th, 2023

Charm doesn't make an animated film perfect, but as the animated Adam Sandler movie Leo proves, it can make for an entertaining time for the whole family.

Thanksgiving Review: Eli Roth's Throwback Slasher Is A Bloody Feast For Horror Fans

By Jeremy Mathai November 15th, 2023

The new slasher movie from director Eli Roth is gory and funny and a good time for seasoned and novice horror fans alike.

Napoleon Review: Ridley Scott's Historical Epic Only Scratches The Surface

By Chris Evangelista November 15th, 2023

After watching the theatrical cut of Ridley Scott's Napoleon, you'll probably be wishing you waited for the director's cut instead. Here's our review.

Poor Things Review: Emma Stone Shines In A Bold, Beautiful, And Hilarious Frankenstein Riff

By Mike Shutt November 13th, 2023

Emma Stone is magnificent in Yorgos Lanthimos' weird, wonderful Poor Things, which might just be the best movie of the year. Here's our review.

Godzilla Minus One Review: An Optimistic, Post-WWII Jaws Riff

By Witney Seibold November 11th, 2023

Godzilla Minus One is one of the rare Godzilla pictures about the indomitability of the human spirit. It also has plenty of monster mayhem.

The Best New Blu-Ray Releases: Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning, Blue Beetle, And More

By Chris Evangelista November 10th, 2023

Our latest Blu-ray round-up features Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning, Blue Beetle, The Nun II, and the 4K release of Fargo.

The Hunger Games: The Ballad Of Songbirds And Snakes Review: A Half-Decent But Overstuffed Prequel

By Jeremy Mathai November 9th, 2023

Make no mistake: The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes lives and dies on the strength of Rachel Zegler's sheer force of will.

The Marvels Review: Iman Vellani Soars, But This Cosmic Disappointment Can't Get Off The Ground

By Jeremy Mathai November 8th, 2023

Iman Vellani is a movie star, but The Marvels is a disjointed and painfully rushed effort. Here's our review of the latest Marvel Cinematic Universe entry.

Digimon Adventure 02: The Beginning Review: A Dark And Engrossing Chapter In The Popular Franchise

By Rafael Motamayor November 7th, 2023

Our Digimon Adventure 02: The Beginning review says this may not be the film fans expected, but it is still a worthy addition to the Digimon franchise.

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Titanic: The Musical Review: A Devastating Musical About The Doomed Ocean Liner

By Caroline Cao November 5th, 2023

Sharing a 25th anniversary with James Cameron's blockbuster this year, Titanic: The Musical finally has a Fathom Events theatrical release.

The Bikeriders Review: Jeff Nichols Helms A Beautiful Austin Butler Drama [Austin Film Festival]

By Mike Shutt November 3rd, 2023

The Bikeriders, starring Austin Butler, Jodie Comer, and Tom Hardy, may not be the most elegantly told story, but there's power and pathos to be found here.

Sly Review: Stallone Documentary Pulls A Few Punches But Deserves A Rematch

By BJ Colangelo November 3rd, 2023

The Sylvester Stallone Netflix documentary Sly is often compelling, but frequently feels like it's rushing over certain topics. Read our review right here.

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All Of Us Strangers Review: Andrew Scott And Paul Mescal Star In A Well-Acted But Crushingly Sentimental Drama [Austin Film Festival]

By Mike Shutt November 2nd, 2023

Director Andrew Haigh created an environment in which Andrew Scott, Paul Mescal, Claire Foy, and Jamie Bell delivered solid work. But the film feels lacking.

American Fiction Review: A Dizzyingly Funny Literary Satire Featuring A Never Better Jeffrey Wright [Austin Film Festival]

By Mike Shutt October 30th, 2023

Jeffrey Wright delivers a career-best performance in Cord Jefferson's sterling feature directorial debut American Fiction. Read our review right here.

Hell House LLC Origins: The Carmichael Manor Review: A Franchise Improvement, But Is It Enough?

By Ryan Coleman October 30th, 2023

The Hell House franchise is back with its fourth entry, The Carmichael Manor, whose mileage may vary depending on how big a Hell House head you are.

Five Nights At Freddy's Review: A Campy, Gruesome, And Gloriously Funny Good Time

By Jeremy Mathai October 26th, 2023

After nearly a decade, the live-action horror film adaptation of Five Nights at Freddy's proves to be well worth the load time.

The Killer Review: David Fincher Plays The Hits With His Latest Thriller

By Chris Evangelista October 25th, 2023

David Fincher's The Killer isn't a great movie, but it is a David Fincher movie, which means it's better than most of the stuff we get these days.

Priscilla Review: Sofia Coppola's Latest Both Romanticizes And Criticizes Elvis

By Shae Sennett October 25th, 2023

Sofia Coppola's Priscilla provides more clarity on Elvis' character than Baz Luhrmann's take on the King.

Killers Of The Flower Moon Spoiler Review: One Of Martin Scorsese's Best Pictures

By Josh Spiegel October 23rd, 2023

With Killers of the Flower Moon, Martin Scorsese reminds us yet again that few other people working in film today are operating at even half of his level.

Dicks: The Musical Review: A24's Raunchy Romp Is Absurdly Hilarious, But Can't Quite Sustain Itself

By Ethan Anderton October 19th, 2023

Newcomers Aaron Jackson and Josh Sharp star in a raunchy, hilarious, absurd musical, but Nathan Lane and Megan Mullally keep it afloat.

The Best New Blu-Ray Releases: Barbie, The Others, And More

By Chris Evangelista October 18th, 2023

Our latest Blu-ray round-up includes Barbie, The Others, Haunted Mansion, Talk to Me, and The Last Voyage of the Demeter. Long live physical media.

Ferrari Review: Michael Mann Captures The Nervy High Drama Of Racing

By Audrey Fox October 16th, 2023

Featuring a stellar performance from Penelope Cruz, Ferrari is one of Michael Mann's most emotionally satisfying films in years. Read our review here.

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Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Review: A Breathtaking Stage Spectacle Rendered Slightly Less Spectacular On Film

By Mike Shutt October 14th, 2023

Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour movie has already smashed box office records, but is it a worthwhile cinematic experience? We dig deep into the production.

Dark Harvest Review: A Halloween Treat For Horror Fans

By Chris Evangelista October 11th, 2023

Dark Harvest has an underwhelming script, but the horror film is so overloaded with Halloween atmosphere that it might be enough to satisfy your inner ghoul.