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'Missing' Review: A MacBook Thriller Following a Missing Mom and a Dedicated Daughter

Missing is truly immersive and enthralling, making the audience feel as if they were in the movie themselves. While the ending may leave the viewer slightly unsatisfied, lovers of thrillers and suspenseful movies will be on the edge of their seat due to the films’ twists.

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'Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio' Review: A Profound Portrait of Life, Death, and Patriarchy

Sure, there is a talking cricket and a compendium of other colorful characters, but Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio is totally - and tonally - different from any of the other adaptations, which is possibly why it is one of the best films of the year.

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'The Guardians Of The Galaxy Holiday Special' Review: A Warm Slice Of Festive Spirit… In Space

In Marvel Studios’ latest Special Presentation, the Guardians of the Galaxy return for a breezy adventure that sees Drax and Mantis journey to Earth in an attempt to learn more about Christmas. James Gunn has proven that even without the most exciting story, this group are among the best superhero characters on screen today.

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‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ Review: A Singular Tribute, a Complicated Farewell

Paying tribute to Chadwick Boseman and providing a layered commentary on grief with great profundity, ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ sees director Ryan Coogler, Letitia Wright and Angela Bassett, achieve the impossible in what is ultimately one of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s most triumphant entries.

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'The Good Nurse' Review: Chilling Procedural Thriller Needs A Little Longer On The Operating Table

The Good Nurse takes the concept of a slow-burn mystery and fundamentally misunderstands it - instead of sparking a fire and letting it gradually flare into something spectacular, the film piles way too many logs onto a weak flame until all glimpses of light are extinguished and fizzle away.

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'Rosaline' Review: This Spirited Shakespeare Re-Imagining Gives A New Meaning to 'Star-Crossed'

Rosaline, anchored by another star performance from Kaitlyn Dever, provides a cute, brisk, and spirited romantic comedy that makes the most of its fun premise and confines, and is sure to please Shakespeare fans and anyone looking for a laugh and a good time.

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'Bandit' Review: A Paint-By-Number Caper Using Only Primary Colors

Bandit is as simple and bland as its title. The plot is so recycled that the film production probably had a negative carbon footprint. The worst part is it didn’t have to be this boring, and it didn’t have to waste the cast which it had, and yet the only thing this Bandit stole was the time it took to watch the film.

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'The Greatest Beer Run Ever' Review: A Benign Buzzkill [TIFF 2022]

It’s almost ironic the way The Greatest Beer Run Ever wants to talk about the atrocities of war because it can’t decide what it wants to be itself. Marketed as a comedy and shot like a drama, the film is just a glimmer into comedy, drama and war.

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'Orphan: First Kill' Review: Welcome Home, Esther

Whether it’s a packed theatre or an overly-giggly sleepover, Orphan: First Kill is far too much fun to experience alone, and seems like a waste to watch at home, as the movie is filled with moments that beg to be seen with a rowdy group. While it still may be months away from the autumn season, this is a great film to snuggle up at home and put on Paramount+.

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‘The Black Phone’ Review: A Promising Premise is Wasted Due to Bloated Performances and Pace

The Black Phone leaves a lot to be desired and it is good to see director Scott Derrickson back in his horror element, trying to craft something that haunt us long after we have left the theatre. But with a muddled script and uneven performances, this is a middle of the road horror film that could’ve been so much more but ends up being fine in the most disappointing fashion.

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'X' Review: A24's Throwback Slasher Bleeds Style and Creativity

There are few films of the modern era that feel as authentically retro as Ti West’s latest horror flick X. Whether that’s the distinct visuals, crisp sound design, overly enthusiastic performances, or the waves of blood and guts, almost every aspect of X feels as though it’s been pulled directly from the 1970s.

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