Kraven The Hunter Review: Aaron Taylor-Johnson's Marvel Return Is A Letdown
Led by a subpar performance from Aaron Taylor-Johnson, "Kraven the Hunter" seems well-suited for our era of mid superhero movies.
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Dream Productions Review: Inside Out Spin-Off Isn't A Nightmare - But It's Not Essential Either
If "Dream Productions" were to stick to its guns as a workplace sitcom, it would have been a welcome addition to the "Inside Out" franchise. -
A Complete Unknown Review: Timothée Chalamet Is Captivating In An Otherwise Meandering Musical Biopic
Although director James Mangold makes a lot of choices that work, "A Complete Unknown" suffers under the weight of the subgenre's inherent limitations. -
The Lord Of The Rings: The War Of The Rohirrim Review - A Less Magical But Still Inspiring Return To Middle Earth
"The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim" is epic with great animation, but it's missing the fantastical elements we've come to love with the franchise. -
Nosferatu Review: Bill Skarsgård Is Chilling In This Lovingly Crafted Nightmare
2024's "Nosferatu" is a masterwork of modern horror, with breathtaking performances from Lily-Rose Depp and Bill Skarsgård. -
Y2K Review: '90s Nostalgia Can't Save Kyle Mooney's Movie
The '90s vibes in Kyle Mooney's "Y2K" are spot-on, but it doesn't save the movie from its lackluster characters and bad script. -
Secret Level Review: Video Game Anthology Has Too Many Losers
Most of "Secret Level" feels like an assortment of video game advertisements, though there are a couple of standout elements. -
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Review - Star Wars Goes Goonies, With Dazzling Results
Thanks to its ambitious plot and great cast, "Star Wars: Skeleton Crew" is a welcome addition to the "Star Wars" galaxy. -
Creature Commandos Review: The DC Universe Begins In The Most James Gunn Way
"Creature Commandos" is an enjoyable time, but it could have used an extra spark to make it stand out against creator James Gunn's earlier work. -
Moana 2 Review: Disney's Sequel Fails To Recapture The Magic Of The Original
"Moana 2" mostly feels like retread of the first movie, but it will likely make a billion dollars regardless. -
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. -
Landman Review: Oil Cowboy Machismo & A Pitch-Perfect Billy Bob Thornton
Based on the episodes provided for review, Paramount+'s "Landman" feels like a perfect fit in the Taylor Sheridan universe. -
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. -
Dune: Prophecy Review - Rushed Prequel Wants To Be Game Of Thrones
Despite its subpar opening episodes, "Dune: Prophecy" has enough going for it that it could build into something special. -
The Day Of The Jackal Review: Great Start, But Grows Too Silly
"The Day of the Jackal" likely would've been more successful as a shorter show, since the plot gets sillier with each episode. -
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. -
Like A Dragon: Yakuza Review - A Vapid And Flavorless Live-Action Adaptation
The narrative in "Like a Dragon: Yakuza" doesn't have enough meat on its bones to justify its adaptation into a TV series, resulting in a slog of a show. -
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. -
Shrinking Season 2 Review: Dark, Profound, And Still Full Of Heart
Apple TV+'s "Shrinking" Season 2 is deeper and darker this time around, while never losing its humor. -
Tomb Raider: The Legend Of Lara Croft Review - Attractive But Underwhelming
Overall, "Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft" fails to capture the same flair and sense of adventure that's so deeply embedded in the video games. -
Caddo Lake Review: Lost In The Bayou
"Caddo Lake" is a Max mystery movie set in bayou country. Dylan O'Brien and Eliza Scanlen deliver strong performances, but they can't keep the film afloat. -
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. -
The Franchise Review: HBO Super-Satire Has Fun Stars But Tired Discourse
By the end of the first season, the talented actors and snappy dialogue can't quite save "The Franchise" from exhaustion.
