The performances up front can’t help the muddled moral core at the center.
Review: Captain Marvel
This girl is on fire.
Review: Alita: Battle Angel
The manga adaptation has James Cameron’s signature theatrics but fails in other aspects.
Review: The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part
The sequel so nice we had to Marcelo and Rockie to review it.
Review: High Flying Bird
The pairing of Steven Soderbergh and Netflix makes for a standout film.
Review: Horror Noire: A History of Black Horror
Shudder’s documentary on the history of African-Americans in horror is a must-see for all movie lovers.
Review: Miss Bala
Gina Rodriguez rises to the occasion, even if the film itself does not.
Review: Glass
M. Night’s latest is a weird, wild ride.
Review: Mary Poppins Returns
While a rehash of the original, there’s still enough spark in this sequel to bring you plenty of joy.
Review: If Beale Street Could Talk
Barry Jenkins’ adaptation of James Baldwin’s novel is a grand achievement on all fronts.
Review: Ben is Back
A by-the-numbers family drama that is elevated by great performances from Julia Roberts and Lucas Hedges.
Review: Aquaman
James Wan’s latest is a refreshing wave of fun.
Review: Vice
A powerful cast and an attempt to humanize Dick Cheney makes for an impressive achievement.
Review: Shoplifters
The Palme d'Or winner is a warm, empathetic look at a family against the backdrop of a moral quandary.
Review: Mortal Engines
The steampunk action film is more successful at spectacle than storytelling, but cities eat each other so it’s still a good time.
Review: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
Dive into one of the best animated films of the year.
Review: Roma
The new Alfonso Cuarón film is one of his best and should be seen on the biggest screen possible.
Review: The Favourite
Featuring awards-worthy performances, the new film by Yorgos Lanthimos is one of the best of the year.
Review: Overlord
Bad Robot’s latest surprise film is an exciting and tense throwback that hates Nazis. So obviously we love it.
Review: The Girl in the Spider's Web
The new Dragon Tattoo tale turns out to be a missed opportunity.