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fromIndieWire
6 days ago
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'Jurassic World: Rebirth' Review: For the Love of God, Can Something Please Kill All the Dinosaurs Again

fromIndieWire
6 days ago
Film

'Jurassic World: Rebirth' Review: For the Love of God, Can Something Please Kill All the Dinosaurs Again

#friendship
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The North review old friends' trek through the Highlands might be the ultimate hiking film

The film uniquely explores friendship and personal struggles through the metaphor of a long-distance hike.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The North review old friends' trek through the Highlands might be the ultimate hiking film

The film uniquely explores friendship and personal struggles through the metaphor of a long-distance hike.
#comedy
#hollywood
fromInverse
6 days ago
Film

'Jurassic World: Rebirth' Review: The Latest Jurassic Park Sequel Might Be The Worst Yet

fromInverse
6 days ago
Film

'Jurassic World: Rebirth' Review: The Latest Jurassic Park Sequel Might Be The Worst Yet

fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Ars reflects on Apollo 13 turning 30

The film Apollo 13 serves as a testament to the resilience and ingenuity of NASA's Apollo program, highlighting a mission that turned from routine to life-threatening in a matter of hours.
Film
#action-movies
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Overblown and inanely plotted, Mission: Impossible's 'Final Reckoning' still thrills

The evolution of pop culture reflects a trend toward longer, more extravagant productions, as illustrated by the 'Mission: Impossible' series.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Overblown and inanely plotted, Mission: Impossible's 'Final Reckoning' still thrills

The evolution of pop culture reflects a trend toward longer, more extravagant productions, as illustrated by the 'Mission: Impossible' series.
#f1-the-movie
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Review: Pulse-pounding F1' roars along thanks to Brad Pitt, Damson Idris

Predictability acts like a wrecking ball and utterly destroys moviegoing experiences. However, director Joseph Kosinski transforms a textbook formula into an engaging narrative with depth.
Film
#romantic-comedy
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Venus Effect review a sizzling queer romcom without the cliches

The film explores complex themes of sexuality and identity in a fresh, humorous way, avoiding typical romcom tropes.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Venus Effect review a sizzling queer romcom without the cliches

The film explores complex themes of sexuality and identity in a fresh, humorous way, avoiding typical romcom tropes.
#documentary
fromVariety
2 weeks ago
NYC food

'Nobu' Review: Japanese Celebrity Chef Gets a Food Doc That Plays Like a Branded Advertisement

fromVariety
2 weeks ago
NYC food

'Nobu' Review: Japanese Celebrity Chef Gets a Food Doc That Plays Like a Branded Advertisement

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Words of War review Maxine Peake leads line as murdered Putin-critic journalist Anna Politkovskaya

The film deserves respect for the subject matter, but it sticks too closely to clichés and lacks dynamic storytelling when depicting Politkovskaya’s life.
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#zombie
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

28 Years Later review: Danny Boyle's latest zombie apocalypse effort fails to get the pulse going

Danny Boyle's indie horror (written by screenwriting supremo Alex Garland) was fresh, jarringly visceral, and recalibrated the undead as rabid, sprinting frenzy-feeders.
Independent films
#pixar
fromIndieWire
2 weeks ago

10 Years Ago, 'Closet Monster' Reminded Us Why We Still Need Coming-Out Movies

Dysfunctional parents, a pining girlfriend, falling for a straight guy - the overcrowded gay coming-out genre often feels repetitive and stale.
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

A Sip of Irish review knocking it back around the world in the diaspora of drink

The film 'A Sip of Irish' explores Irish viticulture and drink, featuring producers globally linked to Irish heritage, showcasing a rich tradition beyond just wineries.
Wine
#thriller
San Jose Sharks
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Review | 'Jaws' meets 'Silence of the Lambs' in 'Dangerous Animals'

The film subverts the sharksploitation trope by focusing on a serial killer instead of a shark, offering a unique twist on survival horror.
San Jose Sharks
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Review | 'Jaws' meets 'Silence of the Lambs' in 'Dangerous Animals'

The film subverts the sharksploitation trope by focusing on a serial killer instead of a shark, offering a unique twist on survival horror.
#animation
Independent films
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

'Predator: Killer of Killers' Review: Hulu's Awesomely Violent Animated Death Match Highlights the Full Potential of the Franchise

'Predator: Killer of Killers' revitalizes the franchise with its animated, action-packed style, embodying 1980s pop culture nostalgia.
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago
Independent films

Predator: Killer of Killers is a short and sweet joyride through the franchise's secret past

Independent films
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

'Predator: Killer of Killers' Review: Hulu's Awesomely Violent Animated Death Match Highlights the Full Potential of the Franchise

'Predator: Killer of Killers' revitalizes the franchise with its animated, action-packed style, embodying 1980s pop culture nostalgia.
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago
Independent films

Predator: Killer of Killers is a short and sweet joyride through the franchise's secret past

#the-life-of-chuck
Women in technology
fromPolygon
3 weeks ago

Netflix's science fiction romance Our Times breaks the time travel movie rules

The movie 'Our Times' innovatively reframes time travel by exploring future possibilities rather than fixing the past, highlighting themes of gender parity.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

High Rollers review John Travolta leads a charmless casino raid of staggering stupidity

High Rollers is a heart-slowing work of staggering stupidity and charmlessness, ineptly made and quite frankly dull except when its flaws become so egregious you can't help but guffaw.
Independent films
#horror
fromInverse
1 month ago
San Jose Sharks

The Most Outrageous Survival Thriller Of The Year Is A Wild Remix Of The Shark Movie

fromInverse
1 month ago
San Jose Sharks

The Most Outrageous Survival Thriller Of The Year Is A Wild Remix Of The Shark Movie

fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Even Elysium's director thinks his film is a mess but a decade on, it deserves a second chance

Max's journey through the toxic landscape of Earth towards the unattainable luxury of Elysium is a poignant reflection on modern societal divides, healthcare inequities, and capitalistic disparities.
Independent films
#john-wick
fromIndieWire
1 month ago
Independent films

'Ballerina' Review: Ana de Armas Kills Her Way Through a Solid Continuation of the John Wick Franchise

Independent films
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
4 weeks ago

Lilo & Stitch' cruises to No. 1 again; John Wick spinoff Ballerina' dances to 2nd place

Lilo & Stitch continues to dominate the box office, while the John Wick spinoff Ballerina falls short of opening weekend expectations.
Film
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Ballerina Is a Worthy Addition to the John Wick Franchise

Ballerina offers intense action with limited traditional ballet elements, emphasizing balletic violence over storyline and character development.
Independent films
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

Review: The John Wick franchise is alive and kicking with Ballerina

Ballerina features stunning visuals and tight plotting within the John Wick universe, showcasing epic fight choreography and strong character dynamics.
fromIndieWire
1 month ago
Independent films

'Ballerina' Review: Ana de Armas Kills Her Way Through a Solid Continuation of the John Wick Franchise

Relationships
fromThe Hollywood Reporter
3 weeks ago

'A Tree Fell in the Woods' Review: Josh Gad and Alexandra Daddario in an Uneven, Occasionally Insightful Relationship Dramedy

The film explores the complexities of relationships, highlighting how self-interaction shapes our connections with others.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Echo Valley review Julianne Moore and Sydney Sweeney suspense thriller stretches credulity

The film showcases a mother's intense struggle to protect her troubled daughter amid a complex and convoluted narrative.
Film
fromThe Hollywood Reporter
3 weeks ago

'The Best You Can' Review: Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick Star in a Congenial but Unremarkable Dramedy About an Unlikely Friendship

Sedgwick plays Cynthia, whose brilliant husband, Warren, once on the staff of the Watergate committee, is now 83 and sliding into dementia.
Relationships
#wes-anderson
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

'The Phoenician Scheme' is full of Wes side-stories

The Phoenician Scheme showcases classic Wes Anderson style with standout performances and distinctive visuals.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Wes Anderson peers into the hollowness of extreme wealth in 'The Phoenician Scheme'

Wes Anderson's 'The Phoenician Scheme' presents a complex father-daughter reconciliation story set against a backdrop of wealth and moral corruption.
Film
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

The Hidden Darkness In Wes Anderson's 'The Phoenician Scheme'

Wes Anderson embraces his distinctive style, continually infusing it with his ideals while exploring themes of family and charisma in his films.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

'The Phoenician Scheme' is full of Wes side-stories

The Phoenician Scheme showcases classic Wes Anderson style with standout performances and distinctive visuals.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Wes Anderson peers into the hollowness of extreme wealth in 'The Phoenician Scheme'

Wes Anderson's 'The Phoenician Scheme' presents a complex father-daughter reconciliation story set against a backdrop of wealth and moral corruption.
Film
fromAnOther
1 month ago

The Best Films to See This June

Wes Anderson's The Phoenician Scheme combines humor and heart through a quirky plot and standout performances, showcasing a unique cinematic experience.
Film
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

The Hidden Darkness In Wes Anderson's 'The Phoenician Scheme'

Wes Anderson embraces his distinctive style, continually infusing it with his ideals while exploring themes of family and charisma in his films.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Straw review Taraji P Henson rises above Tyler Perry's tortured Netflix thriller

In Straw, Tyler Perry's latest work, he continues his troubling trend of exploring the pain and struggle of Black women, pushing Janiyah to her limits.
Film
fromtime.com
1 month ago

The Life of Chuck Works Too Hard For Its Warm Fuzzies

The Life of Chuck, adaptable from a Stephen King novella, has captivated audiences with its unconventional storytelling and heartfelt performances, highlighting life’s complexities.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Stick review Owen Wilson is utterly charming in the Ted Lasso of golf

"Pryce realized Santi is a prodigy and that he may be able to make something of him, and perhaps something of himself again."
Film
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago
Film

Film Review: 'Caught by the Tides' Is a Masterpiece That Retcons Director Jia Zhangke's Own Filmography

Jia Zhangke's film 'Caught by the Tides' highlights his collaboration with Zhao Tao, portraying a deep narrative of their two decades together.
#jesse-armstrong
Silicon Valley
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

The tech industry version of 'Succession' is here, and it's glorious

'Mountainhead' is a critique of billionaires and a reminder of their absurdity crafted by 'Succession' creator Jesse Armstrong.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
Silicon Valley food

'Mountainhead' on HBO Draws Eerie Parallels Between Billionaire Bros and Zizian Cult

Silicon Valley
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

The tech industry version of 'Succession' is here, and it's glorious

'Mountainhead' is a critique of billionaires and a reminder of their absurdity crafted by 'Succession' creator Jesse Armstrong.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
Silicon Valley food

'Mountainhead' on HBO Draws Eerie Parallels Between Billionaire Bros and Zizian Cult

#romantic-drama
#dark-comedy
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Review | 'Karate Kid: Legends' meets, and occasionally exceeds, expectations

Miyagi's somewhat unorthodox karate-teaching methods are explained as being partly inspired by a trip to China, where he presumably became friends with Chan's Mr. Han.
Film
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 month ago

FIlmWatch Weekly: 'Jane Austen Wrecked My Life,' 'Sister Midnight,' and 'Pee-wee as Himself' * Oregon ArtsWatch

The film uses Austen as more of an entry point into a broader, comfortingly clever story about a 21st-century woman who navigates familiar emotional dilemmas.
Independent films
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Bill Linnane: 30 years on and Larry Clark's controversial movie 'Kids' doesn't resonate with the teenagers of today

I showed it to my 17-year-old son and he was mildly horrified. Now that three decades have passed since its release, I think we can all agree that Larry Clark's Kids was not a good film.
NYC parents
#drama
#cannes-film-festival
Film
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

One of the World's Greatest Filmmakers Was Banned From Filmmaking. Now He's Back With a Vengeance.

Jafar Panahi's film marks his triumphant return to Cannes after a 14-year ban, showcasing powerful themes of guilt and political oppression.
Independent films
fromRoger Ebert
1 month ago

Cannes 2025: Un Poeta, Teste or Croce? | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

'Un Certain Regard' at Cannes showcases diverse films including debut directors, focusing on unique perspectives like Simón Mesa Soto's 'Un Poeta'.
fromVulture
1 month ago

Honey Don't! Is Only Worth Watching For the Sexual Swagger

Honey Don't! feels like a challenge, daring the audience to decide if it's just goofy, just horny, or just diverting enough to make up for how it runs out of gas long before the credits roll.
Independent films
Silicon Valley food
fromtime.com
1 month ago

With Mountainhead, the Creator of Succession Targets a Group That's Beyond Satire

Mountainhead satirizes the absurdity and moral vacuity of today's tech elite, highlighting their reckless decisions and lack of accountability.
Film
fromVulture
1 month ago

Josh O'Connor Is at His Hangdog Dirtbag Best in The Mastermind

The Mastermind shows a man's charm failing him as consequences finally catch up, revealing his shallow existence.
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Review | 'The Last Rodeo': Serviceable melodrama saved by the bull riding

As a character says in this homage to a thrilling, occasionally bone-crushing sport, "What a bull."
Independent films
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Guy Ritchie's Fountain of Youth is an adventure best skipped

"The joy of adventure is more valuable than whatever prize they're seeking... this movie just aimlessly wanders toward a dull, predictable ending."
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