Barbie Review: Existential Dream House
Greta Gerwig's "Barbie" film balances absurdist humor with gut-wrenching introspection, all led by strong performances from Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling.
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They Cloned Tyrone Review: There Goes The Neighborhood
"They Cloned Tyrone" is visually interesting and has a stacked cast, and it's sure to be one of the best films of the summer. -
Quicksand Review: A Sticky Survival Situation
"Quicksand," a Shudder original horror film from writer Matt Pitts and director Andrés Beltrán, has two good performances outweighed by survival horror tropes. -
Insidious: The Red Door Review: Grim Horror Meets Mental Health Awareness
"Insidious: The Red Door" boasts weighty themes and solid scares. But how does it stack up against the rest of the franchise? Our reviewer has the answer. -
Joy Ride Review: A Raunchy Delight
"Joy Ride" is a raunchy comedy in the classic fashion, but through a fresh lens you could only get with its cast and creative team of Asian American women. -
Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One Review: Cruise Proves To Be The Only Real Superhero
"Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One" is a pulse-pounding thrill ride. But does it live up to the series' heights? Our reviewer has the answer. -
No Hard Feelings Review: A Melancholy Gross-Out Comedy
"No Hard Feelings" isn't a throwback so much as a sign of how gross-out sex comedies have matured in the years since "Superbad" and "The 40-Year-Old Virgin." -
Nimona Review: Canceled, Rescued, And Ready To Get Metal
Netflix's "Nimona" is a colorful, thrilling, and genuinely emotional fantasy flick for all ages. Our reviewer has the scoop on its triumphs and flaws. -
Asteroid City Review: A Shallow Wes Anderson Take On Post-War Americana
Like all Wes Anderson films, "Asteroid City" is a visual treat full of charming performances, but its thin story can't quite support its overstuffed cast. -
Extraction 2 Review: A Forgettable Action Sequel - With One Unforgettable Single Take
Joe and Anthony Russo continue their streak of underwhelming post-Marvel projects, though director Sam Hargrave pulls off some incredible action. -
The Blackening Review: Play No Games
Marketed as a throwback to mid-aughts parody fare like the "Scary Movie" films, "The Blackening" is both more interesting and less laugh-out-loud funny. -
Stan Lee Review: A Documentary Toned Down For Disney+
The new Disney+ documentary "Stan Lee" is an entertaining profile of the Marvel legend - as long as you know not to expect the unvarnished truth. -
Elemental Review: A Magical World, A Mediocre Story
"Elemental," which tells the story of fiery Ember and watery Wade, isn't Pixar's best. But it has a lot to offer — especially when it comes to worldbuilding. -
Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts Review: The Prequel Tones It Down A Notch
In "Transformers: Rise of the Beasts," fans of "Beast Wars" will find a slick, earnest blockbuster lacking in Bayhem - for better and worse. -
The Flash Review: Muddled Multiverse
There's a lot to say about what does and doesn't work here, but above all else, "The Flash" is a case study in the cliché of "less is more." -
Flamin' Hot Review: An Entertaining Adaptation Of A Flamin' Lie
Directed by Eva Longoria, "Flamin' Hot" tells the story of how one man revolutionized Cheetos. Can it be a good movie if that story isn't entirely true? -
Past Lives Review: An Achingly Bittersweet Story Of Romance And Identity
Every once in a while, an achingly romantic drama comes along that reminds you what the genre is capable of. Celine Song's "Past Lives" does just that. -
Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse Review: The Best Half-A-Movie Ever
"Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" is half a complete story — but that doesn't stop it from being one of the best movies of 2023. -
The Boogeyman Review: A Fun Time - But Not The Crown Jewel Of King Adaptations
This adaptation of Stephen King's short story from "Host" director Rob Savage is a fun time, even if it doesn't break any new ground in the realm of terror. -
May December Review: A Midnight Movie In Awards Bait Clothing
The female stars in "May December" go full camp, though the film as a whole could have gone further as either comedy or drama. -
The Zone Of Interest Review: The Banality Of Evil
"The Zone of Interest" makes a statement on the banality of evil, yet by its very nature, a lot of the film is slow. -
The Little Mermaid Review: Dives Into Nostalgia
2023's "The Little Mermaid" adds nothing to the material to truly justify its existence, despite Halle Bailey's shining performance. -
Monster Review: A Shocking, Deeply Human Japanese Thriller
Although the second act of "Monster" is slightly less gripping than the first and third, the mystery in the film continually challenges your assumptions. -
Master Gardener Review: Plants Intriguing Seeds That Don't Grow
"Master Gardener" finds Paul Schrader returning to a well that's become increasingly familiar in his recent work like "First Reformed" and "The Card Counter." -
White Men Can't Jump Review: No Person Should Watch
Hulu's remake of "White Men Can't Jump" can't live up to the 1992 original, with comedy that somehow feels more dated than the 30-year-old classic. -
Fast X Review: Finale Overload
Does "Fast X" live up to the high-octane heights of the "Fast & Furious" franchise? Our reviewer says no, thanks to repetition and a drawn-out story. -
The Mother Review: Don't Mess With J.Lo
Netflix's action thriller "Mother" is elevated by some beautiful cinematography and a powerhouse performance from the always compelling Jennifer Lopez.
