Latest Reviews
1883 episode 1 recap: the Duttons head west
By Michael Balderston published
In 1883 episode 1, the Yellowstone prequel series, hitches up the wagon for an epic journey with a previous generation of the Dutton family.
Asteroid City review: Wes Anderson's search for meaning feels empty
By Michael Balderston published
As always, a Wes Anderson movie has a good bit to admire, but Asteroid City may still be among the singular director's weaker efforts.
The Full Monty TV review: swaps comedy for heartfelt, searing critique of modern Britain
By Gregory James Wakeman published
The TV adaptation of the hit 1997 movie The Full Monty loses a good bit of its humor, but does tell important stories for today's society.
Past Lives review: continent, decade-spanning love story is beautifully intimate
By Michael Balderston published
Celine Song’s Past Lives is the kind of movie that seems simple, but is thematically rich, expertly crafted and will wow you when all is said and done.
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse review — a gorgeous sequel that flies by
By Matt Donato published
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is a visual feast that addresses multiversal storytelling head-on, with minor issues in a third act that's all setup.
The Little Mermaid review: Halle Bailey shines in Disney remake
By Jason Best published
Disney's latest live-action, The Little Mermaid, hasn't quite managed to match the magic of the animated Disney classic.
Fast X review: the wheels have fallen off
By Matt Donato published
Fast X is a pileup of characters fighting to stand out and less spectacular action that feels more like marketing for future installments than a complete feature.
Book Club: The Next Chapter review: star charisma shines
By Jason Best published
In our Book Club: The Next Chapter review, we argue that Jane Fonda, Diane Keaton, and co's charisma is what makes the film work.
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