Gladiator II Review: A Heart-Pounding Sword-And-Sandal Adventure
"Gladiator II" features endlessly imaginative set pieces that will amaze audiences just as much as its predecessor did.
-
-
Wicked Review: A Dazzling Cast & Stunning Visuals, But A Few Missed Notes
Part 1 of the "Wicked" movie adaptation is here, and despite some casting elements that could be better, the production is a marvel to behold. -
Red One Review: Tepid Action Comedy Saved By Christmas Cheer
At the core of "Red One" there's a tender, wholesome story, but it's buried underneath unnecessary plot elements and repetition from past holiday films. -
Juror #2 Review: Clint Eastwood's New Legal Thriller Impresses
With "Juror #2," Clint Eastwood proves that he hasn't lost a step as a director. -
Venom: The Last Dance Review - Tom Hardy Shines In Crowd-Pleasing Send-Off
"Venom: The Last Dance" is a touching send-off to the hero some of us didn't even want but will now surely miss. -
Smile 2 Review: A Delightfully Nihilistic Sequel That'll Leave You Grinning
If "Smile 2" feels just as good as its predecessor, then it's entirely thanks to Naomi Scott, who helps anchor the twisty plot with her captivating performance. -
Terrifier 3 Review: The Biggest, Grossest Art Attack Yet
Thanks to some rushed pacing in the third act, "Terrifier 3" surprisingly ends up needing more of what Art would never give his victims: some room to breathe. -
Joker: Folie à Deux Review - A Chaotic, Profoundly Stupid Mess
Rather than capitalizing on the success that earned Joaquin Phoenix his first Academy Award, "Joker: Folie à Deux" is something of a mess. -
It's What's Inside Review: High On Style, Low On Substance
Netflix's "It's What's Inside" has style to spare, but it's lacking when it comes to the story. -
Saturday Night Review: This Ode To Sketch Comedy Is A Flighty Rollercoaster Ride [TIFF 2024]
"Saturday Night" is a fast-paced comedy that shows viewers the chaotic hour and a half leading up to the first episode of "Saturday Night Live." -
We Live In Time Review: A Proper British Weepy With Heart [TIFF 2024]
Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield star in "We Live in Time," a schmaltzy yet emotionally poignant romantic drama. -
The Life Of Chuck Review: A Winsome Tale From Stephen King [TIFF 2024]
Mike Flanagan trades in spooky for heartwarming with his latest Stephen King adaptation, "The Life of Chuck." -
Heretic Review: Hugh Grant Horror Deserves Your Leap Of Faith [TIFF 2024]
"Heretic" merely seeks to provoke - and to entertain. On both levels, it's a sinfully sweet success. -
The Return Review: A Captivating (If Slow) Epic [TIFF 2024]
Ralph Fiennes stars in this captivating retelling of Homer's Odyssey. -
Transformers One Review: The Best Transformers Movie Ever (Which Isn't Saying Much)
"Transformers One" is elevated by great performances from Brian Tyree Henry and Chris Hemsworth, but the self-referential nods kill the momentum. -
Eden Review: Ron Howard Goes To The Dark Side In Uneven Thriller [TIFF 2024]
"Eden" has a stacked cast and intriguing premise, but it lacks in the cinematography and sound departments. -
Speak No Evil Review: James McAvoy Stuns In Disturbing Danish Thriller Remake
The 2024 remake of "Speak No Evil" does justice to the original when it comes to chills and thrills, and James McAvoy is terrifyingly captivating. -
Nightbitch Review: Amy Adams Elevates A Quirky Motherhood Metaphor [TIFF 2024]
Amy Adams goes all-in for "Nightbitch," though the movie itself arguably should've been even weirder. -
The End Review: Tried So Hard And Got So Far, But... [TIFF 2024]
Michael Shannon and Tilda Swinton lead a strong cast in "The End," but despite their talents, the film falls short as a musical. -
Queer Review: Daniel Craig's Magnetic Performance Can't Save This Meandering Drama [Venice 2024]
Daniel Craig teams up with Luca Guadagnino to bring us "Queer," a steamy drama that has a strong first act but falls off precipitously from there. -
The Brutalist Review: Brady Corbet Creates A Dark Vision Of The New American Epic [Venice 2024]
Brady Corbet shatters conventions about film length with his instant classic "The Brutalist." -
Wolfs Review: A Dull, Uninspired Action Comedy With Zero Surprises [Venice 2024]
"Wolfs" squanders the talents of its stars, George Clooney and Brad Pitt, with a tired action comedy that keeps both of them on autopilot. -
Babygirl Review: Eroticism Meets Empowerment In This Steamy Corporate Affair [Venice 2024]
Nicole Kidman and Harris Dickinson heat up the screen in "Babygirl's" story of sexual awakenings and office politics. -
Maria Review: Angelina Jolie Evokes Classic Hollywood In This Melancholy Biopic [Venice 2024]
Angelina Jolie's performance in "Maria" will probably go down as one of the best of the year - and of her entire career, for that matter. -
Afraid Review: Aimless AI Horror
The strong cast in "Afraid" can't save its jumbled plot from leaving viewers frustrated, with more questions than answers. -
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Review: The Juice Is Loose In This Frenetic But Underwhelming Sequel [Venice 2024]
Beetlejuice and Lydia Deetz return in "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice," which unfortunately doesn't know how to use its most beloved characters. -
The Crow Review: A Load Of Caw-Caw
The 2024 remake of 1994's "The Crow" doesn't add anything positive to the franchise, leaving us asking why it was made in the first place.
