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A fresh and inventive experience that is still bogged down by the constraints of the slasher subgenre, failing to feel as game-changing as the original.

Posted Jan 12, 2022

4/5

The Matrix Resurrections (2021)

While The Matrix Resurrections has its flaws, it's a great return to a world that shaped so many film fans. Wachowski delivers a sequel worthy of the Matrix name that's fun, funny, and romantic.

Posted Dec 21, 2021

2/5

Being the Ricardos (2021)

Despite being tied down by obvious and distracting make-up, Nicole Kidman does good work here, though she can't overcome Sorkin's own inane story structure or his lack of style as a director.

Posted Dec 16, 2021

4/5

Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)

Spider-Man: No Way Home marks a clear line in the sand for this character, a delineation point of where things might go. The implication is that this huge story must be told so that things can go back to being smaller, but can they?

Posted Dec 14, 2021

2.5/5

The King's Man (2021)

Kofi Outlaw

The King's Man is better action and team-dynamic fun than we've seen from the Kingsman franchise so far, at the somewhat heavy cost of some overly serious and dark wartime drama.

Posted Dec 14, 2021

2/5

Prisoners of the Ghostland (2021)

Adam Barnhardt

Prisoners of the Ghostland tries to be something larger than it really is, and it doesn't spend enough time excelling in any certain spot to make itself stand out from the rest of the field.

Posted Dec 3, 2021

4/5

Nightmare Alley (2021)

Lavish visuals and an impeccable cast prove Guillermo del Toro can master any genre he steps his foot into, despite its exhausting run time.

Posted Dec 2, 2021

2/5

Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2021)

What we've learned is that the original Ghostbusters was an anomaly, one so good that the only idea to be attempted further in this "franchise" is repetition. For the sake of ghosts, I hope no one attempts to bust them on the big screen again.

Posted Nov 16, 2021

3/5

Red Notice (2021)

This isn't rocket science and, to Thurber's credit, no attempts are made to make Red Notice anything more than it is or should be. It's the best kind of stay-home-and-watch-Netflix movie you could hope for.

Posted Nov 4, 2021

4.5/5

Army of Thieves (2021)

Brandon Davis

Audiences can watch Army of Thieves and enjoy it whether they've seen Army of the Dead or not. Thieves only makes Dead better, yet they're drastically different films. Thieves replaces a lot of the violence with funny and heartfelt moments

Posted Oct 27, 2021

4/5

Eternals (2021)

Eternals will likely be one of the more divisive films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. No matter how you feel about Eternals, there's no denying Phase Four is off to an exciting start.

Posted Oct 24, 2021

4/5

Antlers (2021)

Threads the needle between being a traditional monster movie and an unconventional allegory for abuse, giving us one of the best creature features in years.

Posted Oct 22, 2021

4/5

Last Night in Soho (2021)

A supremely stylish remix of psychological-thriller tropes, even if it borrows heavily and blatantly from its genre predecessors.

Posted Oct 22, 2021

3.5/5

The Last Thing Mary Saw (2021)

There's something to be said about the look of the film itself, as cinematographer David Kruta brings a Barry Lyndon-like aesthetic where only the natural or period-appropriate lights illuminate the scenery.

Posted Oct 19, 2021

4/5

Dune (2021)

Nicole Drum

The best and closest adaptation of Herbert's novel to date, a truly sumptuous and decadent visual affair, even with a bit of discomfort in terms of the hero versus the ones needing a hero, Dune is an absolute vision given life.

Posted Oct 14, 2021

3/5

Halloween Kills (2021)

A ruthless yet redundant rehash of concepts hinted at in previous sequels, some of which are done more effectively while others remind us this is merely an unfinished middle chapter.

Posted Oct 14, 2021

3/5

Venom: Let There Be Carnage (2021)

Venom: Let There Be Carnage is a movie you might enjoy if go in with low expectations. Like the first Venom, there will definitely be people who love and defend the sequel, but we at ComicBook.com are not among them.

Posted Sep 30, 2021

4.5/5

It's A Summer Film! (2021)

It's A Summer Film! has something for everyone: humor, drama, romance, and a surprising sci-fi subplot; it's the kind of movie that reminds you why you love movies.

Posted Sep 22, 2021

4/5

Vacation Friends (2021)

Matthew Aguilar

Vacation Friends is what you expect from an ensemble comedy, but the film wears its heart on its sleeve, spinning even the most surreal and over-the-top sequences into something heartfelt and sincere by the end.

Posted Aug 29, 2021

4/5

Candyman (2021)

Filmmaker Nia DaCosta's fresh perspective on the lore elevates the character to his rightful glory, despite a few missteps in the finale, delivering an overall disturbing experience.

Posted Aug 25, 2021

4.5/5

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021)

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings is one of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's best origin stories to date, filled with stunningly choreographed action, unexpected laughs, and a whole lot of heart.

Posted Aug 23, 2021

2.5/5

Reminiscence (2021)

It's hard not to applaud Joy's ambition with Reminiscence. She's swinging for the fences and trying to incorporate several different stories, themes, and sci-fi elements. Joy just struggles to bring them all together in a cohesive fashion.

Posted Aug 18, 2021

5/5

The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf (2021)

Matthew Aguilar

If you've been wondering what The Witcher is all about, this is a lovely introduction to the world of Sapkowski's novels or the live-action series. If you're already a fan of The Witcher, this is an absolute must-watch, and I'm going to need more V

Posted Aug 16, 2021

4/5

Free Guy (2021)

It's hard to make a good video game. It's hard to make a great romantic comedy. Somehow, Free Guy turns out to be both, while also containing Ryan Reynolds' best role to date. It's a sweet, sweet fantasy that's impossible not to enjoy.

Posted Aug 5, 2021

5/5

The Suicide Squad (2021)

Jenna Anderson

The Suicide Squad not only raises the bar for just how much a superhero movie can accomplish in one sitting, but it proves that the weird and oft-forgotten comic characters are superstars deserving of your attention.

Posted Jul 28, 2021

4/5

Jungle Cruise (2021)

Jungle Cruise is the adventure we've been waiting for, the kind of grand tale that reminds us of the movies that made many of us love movies in the first place.

Posted Jul 27, 2021

4/5

The Green Knight (2021)

David Lowery threads the needle between existential and linear storytelling, making for a hypnotic, challenging, and visually lush experience.

Posted Jul 26, 2021

3/5

Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins (2021)

Brandon Davis

Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins is a fine movie with lots of action and interesting characters who could benefit from a more balanced story.

Posted Jul 22, 2021

2/5

Old (2021)

The potential to explore the most humanistic of fears is wasted with characters and a script that feel entirely inhuman.

Posted Jul 22, 2021

4/5

Fear Street Part Three: 1666 (2021)

Arguably having the least thematic connection to the source material, 1666 is still frightening, fun, and fresh, offering a fulfilling conclusion to the R.L. Stine trilogy.

Posted Jul 16, 2021

4/5

Space Jam: A New Legacy (2021)

Aaron Perine

Younger viewers are going to have a blast seeing some of their favorite cartoons on-screen while older members of the audience might find themselves drifting back toward their own youths, back when an airbrushed Taz shirt was the height of cool.

Posted Jul 14, 2021

4.5/5

Gunpowder Milkshake (2021)

Jenna Anderson

An undeniably quirky, stylish, and creatively made epic, one that lets its ensemble cast and its core message shine. It's the first original Netflix film that I've immediately wanted to see get multiple sequels, a prequel, and an animated spinoff.

Posted Jul 14, 2021

3/5

Escape Room: Tournament of Champions (2021)

Escape Room: Tournament of Champions is by no means a must-see, but just like the first movie, it's a good little starter horror for young fans of the genre.

Posted Jul 14, 2021

5/5

India Sweets and Spices (2021)

Russ Burlingame

0 COMMENTS One of the smartest, funniest, and most welcoming movies so far in 2021, India Sweets and Spices is a must-see movie stacked with talent.

Posted Jul 12, 2021

3/5

Fear Street Part Two: 1978 (2021)

All of the parts of the experience are effective enough on their own, but it struggles to deliver a compelling standalone story while also expanding the mythos of the overall trilogy.

Posted Jul 7, 2021

2/5

The Tomorrow War (2021)

A somewhat fun and schlocky ride that feels like it was ripped out of the '90s, but even back then it would have felt derivative of more original sci-fi fare.

Posted Jul 1, 2021

2.5/5

The Forever Purge (2021)

The Forever Purge seems to abide by the creed of "we'll all make it if we work together," but one that the movie seems to forget comes after having spent 90 minutes reveling in the reality that some people just don't want others to exist.

Posted Jun 30, 2021

3/5

The Boss Baby: Family Business (2021)

There's a lot to enjoy in The Boss Baby: Family Business. It's especially worth watching as a free stream on Peacock. But there's nothing to hold it all together, nothing that creates a cohesive tone or vision to make the film complete.

Posted Jun 30, 2021

4/5

Fear Street Part One: 1994 (2021)

Serves more as a tribute to '90s horror than as a direct Fear Street adaptation, but the ways in which it defies expectations will keep you too delighted to care.

Posted Jun 30, 2021

3/5

America: The Motion Picture (2021)

Jenna Anderson

In terms of patriotic-themed releases on a Fourth of July weekend, if last year's filmed performance of Hamilton was a glass of lemonade on a warm day, America: The Motion Picture is like chugging Red Bull while on the verge of dehydration.

Posted Jun 30, 2021

4.5/5

Black Widow (2021)

While it's hard not to dwell on the fact that Black Widow should have been made a decade ago, the new movie still manages to be a well-placed addition to the franchise and the perfect send-off for Scarlett Johansson and Natasha Romanoff.

Posted Jun 29, 2021

3/5

Werewolves Within (2021)

While it might not be exceptional, Ruben's directorial eye and a charming ensemble offer what feels like Clue for the VR generation.

Posted Jun 21, 2021

4.5/5

Luca (2021)

This is a film filled to the brim with joy and wonder, leaving you smiling hours after you watch it, feeling once again like a kid on the first day of summer.

Posted Jun 16, 2021

3/5

An Unknown Compelling Force (2021)

Serves as a relatively comprehensive primer for the mystery, while also humanizing the victims, though injects unnecessary perspectives the distract from the intended focus.

Posted Jun 9, 2021

3/5

The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard (2021)

A shorter run time and emphasis on Salma Hayek makes for an improvement from the original, though its action and comedy still both feel stifled.

Posted Jun 9, 2021

3.5/5

Wish Dragon (2020)

Nicole Drum

Wish Dragon is a lovely film about wish fulfillment and what truly matters. By centering its story on friendship and having Din more focused on relationships than wealth, the film has a richness to it that is perhaps unexpected.

Posted Jun 9, 2021

4/5

The Amusement Park (2019)

Typical of other Romero films, there is no subtlety, but to have one last vindication for his mind and societal satire to display, it's a joy to see George take a swipe at us one more time.

Posted Jun 8, 2021

3.5/5

F9 (2021)

If you go into F9 ready to have some laughs, armed with the knowledge that it's not as strong as five through eight, you're going to have fun. Just make sure you stick around for the mid-credits scene, which made me squeal with delight.

Posted Jun 3, 2021

3.5/5

Caveat (2020)