★★★★ The last film in the Jackass series is a wild, hilarious and unexpectedly heartfelt tribute to the members, whose unbreakable bond and fearless commitment have created a legacy of unforgettable, wince-inducing memories.
★★★ The latest DCU instalment has its moments, especially thanks to Milly Alcock, who infuses her Kryptonian heroine with undeniable swagger. Sadly, the fresh energy of the first half fades as the story slips into predictable comic book territory.
★★★1/2 "Toy Story 5" brings back the humour and charm that made us fall in love with the franchise, but much like its immediate predecessor, it gets bogged down by too many new faces and tangled subplots, leaving less room for the toys we truly care about.
★★★ Emily Blunt shines in Spielberg's latest science fiction spectacle. Yet, for all its grand ideas, the film stumbles, lacking a clear narrative thread, sprawling into an overstuffed, meandering journey that disappointingly often slips into tedium.
★★★ This might just be the most uninspired Star Wars theatrical outing yet, shuffling a flimsy script from scene to scene with the rhythm of a forgettable TV episode. Still, I found myself unexpectedly charmed by the titular duo.
★★★1/2 Though I longed for more time wandering the eerie halls of the titular "Backrooms", Kane Parsons' impressively mature debut feature masterfully channels the haunting atmosphere and dread of his viral webseries onto the big screen.
★★★★ Soderbergh not only manages to draw a fittingly detestable turn from James Corden, but also weaves an intimate, articulate, and captivating two-hander that lets Cole and McKellen truly soar as performers.
★★1/2 While this road trip horror mostly follows a tired and predictable route, two strong lead performances and Ovredal's knock for crafting real scares and a creepy atmosphere keep it from veering completely off course.
★★★★ Curry Barker's wickedly funny and deliciously disturbing spin on the classic monkey paw tale warns us to be careful what we wish for, as our cowardly protagonist finally receives the affection he craves with horrific results.
Dir: David Frankel Cast: Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci, Justin Theroux, Kenneth Branagh, Lucy Liu, B. J. Novak, Simone Ashley The reason for brining the stylish ensemble back may feel a bit contrived, but this long-awaited sequel shows that arriving late can still be fashionable as these iconic characters make a triumphant... Continue Reading →
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