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Carolina Caroline
It's a familiar story, but Adam Rehmeier knows how to make well-worn material feel fresh. The performances do the heavy lifting, giving…
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Obsession
It really baffles me to why this has been so popular. Sure, Inde Navarrette is good, but there's nothing really beyond that.
★★★☆☆
All You Need Is Kill
The animation is absolutely gorgeous, and it was fascinating seeing the original story instead of the version most people know. Even when…
★★★☆☆
Deep Water
Renny Harlin slips right back into his comfort zone with slick, no-nonsense thrills. It won't reinvent the genre, but it moves at…
★★★★★
Grindhouse
A love letter to exploitation cinema that's as funny as it is gloriously over-the-top. The fake trailers, outrageous energy, and commitment to…
★★☆☆☆
Hungry
A killer hippo should be way more fun than this. The creature concept is wasted on sluggish pacing and surprisingly tame action.…
★★★★☆
They Will Kill You
One of the year's biggest surprises. The concept stays fresh, the kills are wildly creative, and the playful tone never undercuts the…
★★★☆☆
Little Brother
I really wanted this to work, but it never takes full advantage of its leads. John Cena and Eric André have flashes…
★★★☆☆
Sweet Sixteen
Pure sleazy '80s entertainment that knows exactly what lane it's in. The small-town atmosphere and grimy vibe do most of the work,…
★★★☆☆
The Drama
After the big turning point, it never quite finds its footing again. The conflict drags on because nobody acts like a normal…
★★★☆☆
Only Lovers Left Alive
Another hypnotic slow burn that fully embraces its laid-back rhythm. The performances and moody atmosphere do most of the heavy lifting, making…
★☆☆☆☆
Find Your Friends
Every character is impossible to root for, and the story gives you no reason to try. The dialogue grates, the decisions get…