“Kung Fu Panda 4” Review
Thus far, DreamWorks’s Kung Fu Panda films have been its most consistent animated saga. The immaculate fusion of classic Hong Kong choreography, stylish Chinese-inspired design, and clever slapstick have a
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“Dune: Part 2” Review
The thought had crossed my mind to reread Dune before venturing into Part 2. Before the first film debuted in 2021, I flipped open my copy, fired up an audiobook,
“Madame Web” Review
Much like Sony’s Morbius, Madame Web exists as a Marvel Comics film that only feels half there. It has the premise for something akin to Happy Death Day with its
“Lisa Frankenstein” Review
A lot of wild stuff happens in Lisa Frankenstein more for the sake of being bizarre than building up its darkly comedic narrative. This will be a hindrance for some,
“Argylle” Review
There’s a moment in this spy comedy take on Romancing The Stone where the central author struggles to write dialogue for her character. She must find a solid, romantic punchline
“Origin” (2023) Review
There’s an ambition within Origin that is admirable and keeps this film grounded in its goals. Fluctuating between a true-story drama and historical exploration, the desire for answers and to
“All of Us Strangers” Review
There are moments when it’s great to get lost within the haze of All of Us Strangers. One of the best scenes is where the two leads are dancing and
“Freud’s Last Session” Review
Films about conversations between unique individuals can be fascinating. Be it the simplistic staging of My Dinner with Andre or the provocative debates with One Night in Miami, a mere
“The Zone of Interest” Review
Evil can live and fester if it is not seen. Films about the atrocities of humanity often come loaded with the grotesque shock to make that evil sink in. We
“American Fiction” Review
The most hilarious moment of American Fiction occurs when Jeffrey Wright’s character attempts to see how far he can take this joke in his satirical book. He says he wants