First Man (2018)
It’s safe to say that a new Damien Chazelle feature is going to be one of my most anticipated films of the year. Unfortunately, First Man falls short of perfect.
Tom Hardy Elevates Venom’s Superhero Throwback Silliness
Venom’s small-scale idiosyncrasies will surely disappoint comic book fans …but if you’re looking for a goofy film that recalls trashy genre films from the ‘80s, you’re in luck.
Mary and the Witch’s Flower (2017)
Mary and the Witch’s Flower has a comforting familiarity, as though recalling the feeling of rewatching your favourite Ghibli film for the umpteenth time.
Night School (2018)
You could forgive Night School’s clichéd, uneven storytelling had it boasted even a couple good jokes …but no.
Steven Universe – Season 4
In its fourth season, for the first time, Steven Universe has unequivocally won me over.
In the Fade (2017)
Despite In the Fade (effectively) manipulating an emotional response in its audience, it has nothing of substance behind its thin thrills.
Full Metal Alchemist: Brotherhood
Full Metal Alchemist: Brotherhood’s portrayal of power, whether physical, alchemical or political, is rendered with real nuance.
Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story (2017)
Taken as a whole, Bombshell is a portrait of how great women like Hedy Lamarr are dragged down by male mediocrity.
The Miseducation of Cameron Post (2018)
There’s much to recommend The Miseducation of Cameron Post, but on the whole it feels too dramatically inert.
Gone Girl Gone Wild: A Simple Favour Upends the ‘Missing Woman’ Thriller to Hilarious Effect
A Simple Favour is a self-aware, genuinely funny spin on the overheated airport novel genre.
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