Film and TV Reviews 2023
Bottoms closes out the summer movie season with a hilarious, bloody bang that is destined to be a cult classic.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is a heartfelt send-off that captures why audiences love this team and Marvel as a whole.
While Scream VI has a predictable script, it's worth the ride thanks to the characters' relationships and dynamic direction.
M3GAN embraces dark humor and camp for a sci-fi horror hybrid that delivers an iconic horror villain and an entertaining exploration of humanity.
The Blackening is the latest horror-comedy to hit theaters, and it's a home run, delivering the best horror movie of the summer.
Along with being Ari Aster's most ambitious film, Beau Is Afraid is his funniest film in a twist, absurd way.
Demon Slayer 3 ushers in some of the best villains of the series alongside gorgeous animation and a soon-to-be beloved Hashira.
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is a must-see film that reminds audiences why we love Miles and already has fans hyped for the third film.
Evil Dead Rise is a stand-alone crowd-pleaser with plenty of gore, but it could have gone even further and broken the mold like the original.
Elizabeth Banks' Cocaine Bear could have been a simple cult classic, but its directing and writing overcomplicate the fun premise.
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Film and TV Reviews 2022
Jordan Peele does it again with Nope, a must-see horror/sci-fi film that delivers the original, thrilling movie viewers have been craving.
Ms. Marvel is more than a love letter to comics; it delivers a hero fans will instantly relate to and continue rooting for throughout the season.
Thor: Love and Thunder lives up to its title, delivering a cosmic, Viking adventure full of humor and heart, comedy and drama.
Mad God's world building is the highlight of Phil Tippett’s grotesque film that focuses more on the experience than the story.
Strange World leans into Disney's science-fiction side, delivering a new adventure with a message for the Indiana Jones kids at heart.
Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers delivers a meta take on the remake and reboot trend in Hollywood, while also conforming to it at the same time.
Werewolf by Night delivers tricks and treats this Halloween as a unique, visually stunning MCU offering that will leave viewers wanting more.
Bodies Bodies Bodies is a welcomed, satirical take on Gen Z, affluence, and the whodunit genre, with sharp writing and an all-star cast.
While the cast gives their all, Babylon's over-indulgence overstays its welcome and squanders the movie's greatest potential storylines.
Jurassic World Dominion has an important message at its heart, along with some cool dinosaur action, but is let down by its script and pacing.
While Bones and All tries to build on coming-of-age and road trip subgenres, it fails to commit to the darker material it is built on.
Fruits Basket: Prelude fails to live up to high expectations as the film weighs itself down with too much exposition and lacks a clear focus.
The Northman delivers a brutal and Shakespearean epic, continuing to prove Robert Eggers is one of the best directors in the business.
Barbarian is unhinged, unapologetic, and uncomfortable, and that's what makes it such a fun watch in theaters as the spooky season approaches.
Billy Eichner's Bros lives up to expectations as a genre-changing rom-com that celebrates queer romance with lots to love and laugh about.
Harley Quinn and company are back for Season 3 of the HBO Max series, continuing to push the envelope with new characters and new chaos.
Studio 666 stars the Foo Fighters, and the film leans into its corny and bloody elements, delivering a throwback to rock-n-roll B-movies.
Despite some fun performances, Hocus Pocus 2 misses some of the magic of the original film with underdeveloped themes and an unclear audience.
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Film and TV Reviews 2021
Spider-Man: No Way Home shows Peter at his lowest, but Tom Holland is at his best in a film that reminds us why we love Spidey and his amazing friends.
Guillermo del Toro's Nightmare Alley will satisfy viewers with its corrupt protagonist, captivating visuals, and a well-earned payoff.
Shudder's new film, Fried Barry, is a can't miss drug trip thanks to Gary Green's performance and Ryan Kruger's vision.
While Vicious Fun sacrifices digging into the histories of its killers for action, the film is still a thrilling love letter to the 80s slasher genre.
My Hero Academia: World Heroes' Mission captures the heart of the fan-favorite series, while also raising the stakes for this world and its characters.
As the sixtieth Disney animated feature, Encanto sets a new standard for the House of Mouse's approach to crafting all-ages musicals.
After having its release delayed, Antlers is making its way into theaters and its modern fable style and memorable monster are well worth the wait.
Honeydew is not the scariest horror movie with its predictable plot, but it delivers an uncomfortable reimagining of Hansel and Gretel.
James Wan's new horror movie Malignant exceeds expectations with its bloody and brutal execution, making for plenty of unexpected shock and fun.
Peacock's Dr. Death is a welcomed addition to the true-crime genre, a series presenting an unconventional killer and a horrific health care system.
A24's latest fantastical film, Lamb, delivers a modern fable with a lot of heart, which sacrifices its suspenseful and creepy elements.
Separation turns a haunted house story into a tragic family drama about divorce, giving audiences a taste of intrigue without fully committing.
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