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‘The Beast’ Review: Bertrand Bonello’s Ambitiously Acceptable Sci-Fi Drama

Léa Seydoux and George MacKay give compelling turns in Bertrand Bonello’s ‘The Beast’, a sci-fi picture that ultimately loses itself in its massive ambitions.

Movie Review, Sci-FiMaxance VincentMay 13, 2024The Beast, Movie Review, Sci-Fi, Bertrand BonelloComment

'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' Review: Another Jewel in the ‘Apes’ Crown

Set in the aftermath of Caesar's rule, ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ skillfully preserves the franchise’s legacy, advances the narrative, all while creating visual effects that are awe-inspiring.

'The Image of You' Review: A Ridiculous Romp of a Thriller

‘The Image of You’ is one of those inexplicable films which becomes more tolerable - or at least, more entertaining - as it becomes more absurd. If you can endure the cringey first act, you’ll be rewarded with a film that is, if nothing else, fully aware of which audience expectations it will meet.

‘Do Not Expect Too Much from the End of the World’ Review: Radu Jude's Darkly Funny Examination of a Crumbling Society

Radu Jude delivers his boldest piece of work yet in ‘Do Not Expect Too Much from the End of the World’, a sharp, black-comedy that defiantly portrays a society destined to consume itself and leave everyone behind.

'The King Tide' Review: One of the Eeriest Films of the Year

‘The King Tide’ will get under your skin by showing the failings of human nature, and how quickly people will exploit, abuse, and conspire in order to preserve the status quo. It is a horrifying thriller which will remain with you long after the end credits have finished rolling.

‘Challengers’ Review: Luca Guadagnino’s Grand Slam

Zendaya gives the best performance of her career in Luca Guadagnino’s ‘Challengers’, an electrifying sports drama with dazzling bravura tennis sequences that beg the trip to the IMAX theater.

Drama, Movie ReviewMaxance VincentApril 25, 2024Challengers, Movie Reviews, Luca Guadagnino, DramaComment

‘Boy Kills World’ Review: Dear God, Make It Stop

Moritz Mohr’s meta-actioner ‘Boy Kills World’ desperately wants to be a cross between Deadpool, Silent Night, and The Hunger Games, but its chosen tropes and tools completely sinks the movie.

Action Adventure, Movie ReviewMaxance VincentApril 24, 2024Boy Kills World, Action, Movie Reviews, Moritz MohrComment

'The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare' Review: Fighting a War With Paper Weapons

While the director has been responsible for some of the slickest action films of note, Guy Ritchie’s ‘The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare’ is tragically and painfully average, and all things considered, doesn’t present much to warrant anything after an obligatory first watch.

'The First Omen' Review: An Unenthusiastic "Boo"

‘The First Omen’ is a traditional prequel in the way that it unfortunately fails to justify its own existence, falling into the busy chasm of efforts long lost, doomed to the same fate.

'The Old Oak' Review: Ken Loach's Final Lesson of Hope and Acceptance

While ‘The Old Oak’ isn’t as powerful as Ken Loach’s previous two films, its lead performances from Dave Turner and Ebla Mari intensify its dramatic impact and result in a must-see.

Drama, Movie ReviewMaxance VincentApril 6, 2024The Old Oak, Ken Loach, Drama, Movie ReviewsComment

'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' Review: Monster Mania Demands the Big Screen Experience

‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire’, despite its hiccups, is a rare experience at the movies. There is something so irresistible about these beasts and the incredulity of their world that demands seeing it on the biggest screen possible.

'Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire' Review: A Needed Franchise Evolution With Growing Pains

The new team of Ghostbusters has returned to the silver screen to rid New York city of more paranormal entities in ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’, an entertaining follow-up not without its issues.

‘About Dry Grasses’ Review: Nuri Bilge Ceylan Crafts His Most Layered Picture Yet

With a magisterial lead performance from Deniz Celiloğlu and an ever-gripping visual style, Nuri Bilge Ceylan’s 197-minute ‘About Dry Grasses’ may be the best film of his career.

'Love Lies Bleeding' Review: A Hot Mess in All the Right Ways

‘Love Lies Bleeding’ knows exactly what it is doing, even if the audience won’t predict where the story goes. The filmmakers make bold swings, whether through the film’s story, its performances, or its imagery, which creates a film that could only be described as ‘fearless’.

SXSW Exclusive: 'The Fall Guy' Review: A Hilarious, Stunt-tacular, Popcorn Poppin' Movie of the Year [SXSW 2024]

Insanely comedic performances elevate the insanely impressive stunt masterclass of ‘The Fall Guy’ to the point of… well, insanity. Continue for our full SPOILER-FREE review.

'Arthur the King' Review: A King's Struggling Journey of Survival

‘Arthur the King’ is arguably the best and most emotional film of the year - a true story about a dog’s resilience, pain, inspiration, life and belief as he goes from abuse and fighting for his life, to finding a family through the roughest conditions that the environment tends to throw at him.

Action Adventure, Drama, Movie Review, ReviewJeremy KazievaMarch 13, 2024dog, race, friends, dominican republic, Mark WhalbergComment

'Damsel' Review: A Passable Medievil Adventure From Netflix

Don’t go in expecting to be blown away, and ‘Damsel ‘ should do just fine. Just make sure you’ve got your plot-armor, and possibly a few glow worms for safe measure, too.

Movie Review, NetflixLane MillsMarch 11, 2024Damsel, Damsel Review, Millie Bobby Brown, Netflix Review, Netflix, Movie Reviews, Review, actionComment

SXSW EXCLUSIVE: 'Monkey Man' Review: A Brutal and Bloody Directorial Debut [SXSW 2024]

‘Monkey Man’ is a more human take on the classic revenge driven martial arts genre that escalates into a brutal and bloody triumph for the first time director Dev Patel. Continue for our full SPOILER-FREE review.

SXSW EXCLUSIVE: 'Y2K' Review: Doing Fine In An Apocalyptic 1999 [SXSW 2024]

SNL alum Kyle Mooney brings a 90’s teen disaster high-school comedy that is pretty rad… I guess. Continue for our full review exclusively from the 2024 SXSW Film Festival.

'Kung Fu Panda 4' Review: Jack Black returns for Dreamwork's newest Kung Fu Installment

‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ is a great addition to the beloved franchise, providing a balanced mix of entertainment and emotional depth. With the engaging plot and captivating visuals, this movie is an unforgettable journey that will leave the audience in awe.