'Preparation for the Next Life' Review: Moving Performances Carry Doomed Romantic Portrait
An impressive narrative turn for director Bing Liu that takes a somber look at how the US mistreats its inhabitants.
'Caught Stealing' Review: Austin Butler Shines in Darren Aronofsky’s Grueling, Messy 90s NYC Caper
A taxing tonal mess of a caper that keeps hitting foul balls.
'The Roses' Review: Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch Get Prickly in Darkly Funny Marital Comedy
Sharp when it isn't overshadowed by director Jay Roach's bland flair.
'Ne Zha II' Review: China's Record-Breaking Animated Sequel is a Fiery, Radical Visual Spectacle
Now, if Ne Zha was like a Happy Meal, Ne Zha II is a four-course buffet from a Michelin restaurant.
'Lurker' Review: Alex Russell Craftily Examines Contemporary Fan Culture in Razor-Sharp Music Thriller
A captivating, unsettling portrait of obsession with a subversive and scathing critique of modern art.
'Highest 2 Lowest' Review: Spike Lee and Denzel Washington's Exciting Modern Reimagining of a Kurosawa Classic
A blast of a bustling crime thriller that's so excitedly capital-N New York.
'Freakier Friday' Review: Disney Follow-Up is Formulaic yet Retains the Original’s Rockin' Charm
Captures the original's charm in a lighthearted way, from its edge to Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan's timeless dynamic.
'Weapons' Review: Hilarious and Horrifying Suburban Mystery That Ingeniously Explores American Psychosis
Further proof that Zach Cregger, the former comedian from The Whitest Kids U Know, is indeed one of the most twisted, original minds out there.
‘Fixed’ Review: Genndy Tartakovsky Goes Doggone Wild in R-rated Animated Comedy With Heart and Balls
Genndy Tartakovsky surely made the funniest R-rated comedy of 2008 (complimentary) !
‘The Bad Guys 2’ Review: Bigger, Badder, and Bolder DreamWorks Sequel Blows the House Down
Astounds as a stellar action spectacle that rivals many live-action action blockbusters.