Movie Review: “Ad Astra”
We’re deathly afraid of that stabbing word “pretentious,” the word that students use to curse…
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Movie Review: “Men in Black: International”
“Men in Black: International” makes so much sense from a marketing standpoint that it’s tempting…
Movie Review: “Godzilla: King of the Monsters”
The history of Western Godzilla movies is spotty at best. The less that is said…
Movie Review: “Brightburn”
This is the perfect time for a movie like “Brightburn.” The two biggest draws at…
Movie Review: “Alita: Battle Angel”
As studios place more emphasis on blockbuster franchises and expanded cinematic universes, the skill of…
Movie Review: “The Predator”
Shane Black has always loved a good team-up. From his screenwriter days (“Lethal Weapon,” “The…
Movie Review: “The Darkest Minds”
Formulaic approaches to filmmaking are not inherently a bad thing. While innovation and unique storytelling…
Movie Review: “Solo: A Star Wars Story”
After the ambitious and polarizing “Star Wars: The Last Jedi,” Lucasfilm gets back to basics…
Movie Review: “Ready Player One”
Escapism is a natural tendency for people and a driving force for much of modern…
Movie Review: “Pacific Rim: Uprising”
Sequels are always an uncertain proposition. So many different elements have to come together perfectly…