In-depth film reviews of current theatrical releases, rated A through F, from someone who definitely thinks he knows more about movies than you.
'Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant', a thoughtless flex of American war-time exceptionalism, is a weak byproduct of the Military-entertainment complex. Thin characters and poor dialogue can’t mask the overwhelming stench of…
Through no fault of a committed and campy Nicolas Cage, 'Renfield' is a stiff horror-comedy that never manages to be scary or funny, opting instead for an unwelcome onslaught of…
Ben Affleck's 'Air' is an untraditional sports drama that's both sharp and funny, benefitting greatly from its truly standout cast. Unlike Michael Jordan though, it will not be remembered forever.
'John Wick: Chapter 4' is almost three hours of next-level gunfu insanity. Director Chad Stahelski has raised the bar on the action once more while continuing to deliver the insanely…
Come for the boxing drama, stay for Jonathan Major’s beefy turn as a rival boxer in this second Creed sequel that checks all the boxes without necessarily doing anything all…
Even for a movie called 'Cocaine Bear', Elizabeth Banks' lazy action-comedy is a grizzly comedown. There's moments where it fulfills the zany B-movie promise of its title but ultimately it's…
'Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania' is bereft of plot, humor, and meaning: a cloying journey into teeny tiny stakes that only amplifies how rudderless the MCU has become in its…
A middle-of-the-road effort for twist-master M. Night Shyamalan, 'Knock at the Cabin' asks a family if they would sacrifice one of their own for the good of humanity. It doesn’t…
Not for the faint of heart, 'Infinity Pool' continues writer-director Brandon Cronenberg's familial fascination with humanity's obsession with their own impermanence. In oft sickening fashion. Brash and bold and overindulgent,…
Rye Lane is a playful romantic comedy that celebrates the ups and downs of starting and ending relationships. Jonsson and Oparah's natural chemistry and performances are the highlight of the…