Film Reviews

  • “Every great film should seem new every time you see it.”

    Roger Ebert

  • 'In Flames' Review: Zarrar Kahn’s Eerie Slow-Burn Horror Is a Deeply Affecting Psychological Thriller

    April 12, 2024 — Collider

    'In Flames' isn't an easy watch, but it's an important discussion that needs to be addressed.

  • Bill Nighy cheers a crowd in a scene from The Beautiful Game on Netflix

    'The Beautiful Game' Review: Netflix’s Spirited Sports Drama Is Lifted up by Bill Nighy

    March 28, 2024 — Collider

    The Netflix sports dramedy is a feel-good, charming flick that brings strong, well-deserved attention to a social problem.

  • Jennifer Lopez medium shot of her face on This Is Me... Now: A Love Story.

    'This Is Me…Now: A Love Story' Review: J.Lo's 'Lemonade' Is Bonkers Enough to Mostly Work

    February 14, 2024 — Collider

    Jennifer Lopez sings her heart’s song in the tender visual album despite some disconnective tissue.

  • Animated CGI ducks look concerned in a still from 'Migration.'

    'Migration' Review: Kumail Nanjiani & Elizabeth Banks Serve Big Duck Energy in Vibrant Family Comedy

    December 20, 2023 — Collider

    Vibrant and fun visuals with an entertaining story make this Illumination feature stand out from its usual fare.

  • Sara Bareilles holding a pie in her hand while wearing a blue waitress uniform.

    'Waitress: The Musical' Review: Sara Bareilles Revitalizes Acclaimed Show

    December 7, 2023 — Collider

    With a dash of laughter, heart, and beautiful music, the pro-shot Broadway show offers the right ingredients for a decadent treat.

  • Ed Helms is dressed as a candy cane while Jennifer Garner is over his shoulder, stretching her arms and wearing a red candy cane headband.

    'Family Switch' Review: Jennifer Garner Gifts a Stocking of Laughs to Predictable Comedy

    November 30, 2023 — Collider

    This new riff on the body swap comedy is more than a little familiar, but a charming cast makes it a breezy watch.

  • Three women sit by a table listening intently leading with Scarlett Johansson.

    'North Star' Review: Kristin Scott Thomas’ Directorial Debut Loses Its Way | TIFF 2023

    September 17, 2023 — Collider

    Though it has some big names, there is a fundamental lack of chemistry between this star-studded cast.

  • Two Asian women with long hair look distressed.

    'Quiz Lady' Review: Awkwafina & Sandra Oh Bring Heart to Laugh-out-Loud Comedy | TIFF 2023

    September 17, 2023 — Collider

    Road trip, anyone?

  • Chris Pine in a sunhat wearing a stripe t-shirt with long hair and beard looks concerned.

    'Poolman' Review: Chris Pine’s Directorial Debut Sinks Before It Can Swim | TIFF 2023

    September 13, 2023 — Collider

    This misfire of a movie never makes it above the surface.

  • A South Asian woman in red sits on a car with a man wearing a white sweater

    'The Queen of My Dreams' Review: Fawzia Mirza's Vibrant, Heartfelt Love Letter to Mothers and Daughters | TIFF 2023

    September 9, 2023 — Collider

    This vibrant debut feature is a sweet story about how the messiness of family is what matters most.

  • Gal Gadot with her hands at her sides in Heart of Stone for Netflix

    'Heart of Stone' Review: Gal Gadot Fights to Escape Netflix Oblivion

    August 11, 2023 — Collider

    While this thriller could get lost amongst other action offerings on the streamer, it has a leading performance that helps it stand out.

  • Adam Devine, Nina Dobrev, Ellen Barkin and Pierce Bronson looking to the right of them in a still from Netflix's 'The Outlaws.'

    'The Out-Laws' Review: Netflix's Action-Comedy Is the Latest to Trap Good Actors in Bad Movie Purgatory

    July 7, 2023 — Collider

    Adam Devine, Ellen Barkin, and Pierce Brosnan do all they can to steal your hearts, but this movie will only rob you of your time.

  • Jennifer Lopez wears a parka and holds a gun, while holding back a younger girl in Netflix's 'The Mother.'

    ‘The Mother’ Review: Jennifer Lopez Kicks Ass in Bumpy Action-Packed Revenge Movie

    May 12, 2023 — Collider

    Though Jennifer Lopez is fun to watch, this Netflix film falls short of being truly great.

  • Reese Witherspoon wears a red t-shirt while lying in bed, looking at a shirtless Ashton Kutcher in Netflix's 'Your Place or Mine.'

    ‘Your Place or Mine’ Review: Ashton Kutcher and Reese Witherspoon’s Digital Romance Is a Missed Connection

    February 10, 2023 — Collider

    ‘Your Place or Mine’ is a modern romance set in the digital era that finds its signals dropping more than once between its two leads.

  • Jennifer Lopez wears a ripped wedding dress while sitting next to Josh Duhamel in a worn-out tuxedo for Prime Video's 'Shotgun Wedding.'

    ‘Shotgun Wedding’ Review: Jennifer Lopez Brings Fun to Matrimonial Chaos With Action-Packed Rom-Com

    January 19, 2023 — Collider

    'Shotgun Wedding' might be a bit formulaic and have some pacing issues, but Jennifer Lopez, Josh Duhamel, and a great supporting cast make it work.

  • Jenny Slate and Charlie Day lean into each other, forming a blurry heart.

    'I Want You Back' Adds Dimension to Romantic Comedy Genre With Realism and Heart

    February 10, 2022 — PopCulture

    Equal parts funny and heartwarming, the film might look like your usual rom-com, but it elevates the genre with a charismatic charm and warmth.

  • Michael Gandolfini and Alessandro Nivola stand in a doorway for a scene from 'The Many Saints of Newark: A Sopranos Story'

    'The Many Saints of Newark' Plays up 'Sopranos' Nostalgia But Holds Its Own

    September 29, 2021 — PopCulture

    Smoothly harmonizing edge with heart for a cohesive story, ‘The Many Saints of Newark’ is entertaining and works to open doors for more thanks to compelling direction and writing.

  • Jenna Ortega, Jennifer Garner and Edgar Ramirez wear tracksuits while outside for Netflix's 'Yes Day'.

    'Yes Day' Brings a Burst of Family Fun With Jennifer Garner and Edgar Ramirez Netflix Comedy

    March 12, 2021 — PopCulture

    Netflix's ‘Yes Day’ is a charmingly wholesome and sweet family movie, but it's also not entirely inventive.

  • Jerry and Tom fist bump each other in 'Tom & Jerry' live-action feature.

    'Tom & Jerry' Misses the Mark With Live-Action Animated Comedy

    March 6, 2021 — PopCulture

    While the movie has its moments between the silent-feuding rivals and an all-star cast of funny actors, it's not enough to hold up the entire movie.

  • Kristen Wiig and Annie Mumelo wear lays and vibrant prints while holding tropical drinks in their hand for 'Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar'.

    'Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar' Finds Its Shimmer With Comedy Masterpiece of Culottes and Music

    February 22, 2021 — PopCulture

    ‘Barb & Star Go to Vista Del Mar’ is an instant comedy classic thanks to offbeat writing, musical numbers and sidesplitting performances.

  • Rafe Spall sits with a dog by his side while on the field of a Denmark park in 'One Way to Denmark.'

    Rafe Spall Shines With Award-Worthy Ticket in 'One Way to Denmark'

    July 22, 2020 — PopCulture

    With medium camera shots blended with contemporaneous cinematography, ‘One Way to Denmark’ is a feel-good, warmhearted film beaming with nuanced performances.

  • Matt Damon and Christian Bale wear sunglasses in a scene from 'Ford v. Ferrari'

    'Ford v Ferrari' Revs up Oscars Engine in High-Octane Ride With Matt Damon and Christian Bale

    November 15, 2019 — PopCulture

    Equally engaging and radiating charm from start to finish, Damon and Bale really help make this film a winner with their beautifully nuanced performances and charisma.

  • Emilia Clarke wears a green elf costume while wrapped in Christmas lights and scenes of bokeh lighting behind her in a scene from 'Last Christmas.'

    'Last Christmas' Serves up Festive Holiday Treat With Emilia Clarke

    November 8, 2019 — PopCulture

    Sincerely funny and playful with a plethora of tender moments lighting up every nook of the film's frames, ‘Last Christmas’ is a luminous holiday movie that serves more modernity than schmaltz.

  • Worried father John Krasinski holds a flashlight while looking out for his children in 'A Quiet Place'

    ‘A Quiet Place’ Proves Silence Is Golden, Yet Terrifying

    April 4, 2018 — The Hudsucker

    John Krasinski’s rich and eerie directorial feature, ‘A Quiet Place’ is a triumph that proves the genre is best crafted as an experience that draws on basic sensory and fears to tell a story.

  • Superman holds his hand to Batman's chest while the Dark Knight scowls in a scene from 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice'

    It's an Impressive Battle Royale in ‘Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice’

    March 31, 2016 — The Hudsucker

    ‘Batman v Superman’ is a smart re-imagining of the DC Universe and a stirring one too. Shady and raw, the film conjures up sentiments and fear from a world post-9/11.

  • Alicia Vikander and Kit Harrington sharing a tender, intimate moment for 'Testament of Youth'

    ‘Testament of Youth’ Serves a Bold and Defining Tale of Love and War

    July 2, 2015 — The Hudsucker

    ‘Testament of Youth’ remains a beautiful expression of Vera Brittain’s message against war with the film portraying a heartwrenching message about the realities and true grief of war.

  • Kristen Stewart sits on a bench while comforting Julianne Moore in a scene from 'Still Alice'

    Julianne Moore Is Unforgettable in Frighteningly Poignant 'Still Alice'

    January 16, 2015 — The Hudsucker

    ‘Still Alice’ is a modernized and crisp melodrama that is bound to not just have you catch a glimpse of the severity of this disease, but leave you in deep reflection and tears.

  • Ralph Fiennes and Tony Revelo look at a painting in 'The Grand Budapest Hotel'

    'The Grand Budapest Hotel' Will Have You Want to Check Into Charming, Mysterious World

    April 7, 2014 — westlifebunny

    There’s no denying, Wes Anderson’s latest is pure cinematic gold.

  • Superman looks to the sky in a scene from 'Man of Steel'

    Superman Is Reborn With Humanity in 'Man of Steel'

    June 28, 2013 — The Hudsucker

    Zack Snyder proves with ‘Man of Steel’ that he can push the envelope in film-making and handle an original superhero film with interest and genuine precision.

  • Jennifer Lawrence smiles at Bradley Cooper in a scene from 'Silver Linings Playbook'.

    'Silver Linings Playbook' Will Have You Following the Signs With Charming Drama-Comedy

    January 31, 2013 — The Hudsucker

    David O’Russell’s adaptation illustrates a heartwarming and hilariously realistic tale that has complications, but creates an overall admiration for the film and its characters.

  • Batman played by Christian Bale rides his Batpod in a scene from 'The Dark Knight Rises'.

    'The Dark Knight' Puts a Twist on Charles Dickens With Its Gotham City Tale

    August 12, 2012 — The Hudsucker

    Christopher Nolan definitely sets a new tone and precedant to the overall superhero creation on screen with ‘The Dark Knight Rises.’