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Greta Gerwig’s Narnia Movie Gets Confirmed IMAX Release Date & Netflix Agrees To Delay Streaming In Groundbreaking New Deal
In a major deal for a Netflix release, Greta Gerwig’s Narnia movies are confirmed to release in IMAX screens, and the first now has a release date.
Wolf Man Review: A Fun Monster Movie, But I Was Hoping This Horror Reboot Would Have More Bite
Wolf Man is tense and fun in the moment, but it lacks the thematic clarity necessary to leave a strong impression after the credits roll.
Babygirl Review: Nicole Kidman’s Electric Erotic Thriller Goes Far Beyond Fun
There's such clear perspective in the filmmaking behind Babygirl, but the movie’s defining trait for many might be its wicked sense of humor.
Vermiglio Review: Italy’s 2025 Oscars Submission Is An Alpine Wonder Of Beauty & Empathy
Many things at once, Vermiglio achieves a kind of cohesion that I can only really explain by waving my hands and invoking the magic of cinema.
War Of The Rohirrim Was Fast-Tracked To Keep LOTR Rights For More Live-Action Movies
As War of the Rohirrim sets a new box-office low for the Lord of the Rings franchise, it’s been confirmed the film was fast-tracked by the studio.
Carry-On Review: Taron Egerton's Uneven Netflix Thriller Gets More Fun As It Dumbs Down
When Carry-On goes off the rails and lets Taron Egerton off the leash, I had a good time. But I had a hard time keeping my thoughts from wandering.
Maria Review: Angelina Jolie Anchors A Thoughtful Biopic, But I Just Couldn’t Love It
Despite many interesting choices, the experience of watching Maria was, for me, mixed, and in a way that poses a conundrum for me as a critic.
Nickel Boys Review: Clearly One Of 2024’s Strongest Movies, And Yet…
Nickel Boys is thoughtful, and gave me a lot to think about. But I have reservations that make me wonder if reading the book first was a mistake.
The Lord Of The Rings: The War Of The Rohirrim Review - More Franchises Should Take This Anime Film’s Example
If I am to return to the wider world of Peter Jackson's Middle-earth, The War of the Rohirrim’s approach seems to me an ideal way to go about it.
The Order Review: Jude Law & Nicholas Hoult Explore The Evils Of Hatred In Gripping Crime Thriller
Justin Kurzel’s The Order is a warning, and it leaves us with the chilling sense that what happened hasn't yet, or maybe can't, come to an end.
Queer Review: Daniel Craig Does Career-Best Work In Luca Guadagnino’s Deeply Surreal LGBTQ Drama
Featuring the most surreal imagery of his career, Queer is as if Luca Guadagnino combined the sensibilities of his last four movies into one.
Gladiator 2, A Major Oscars Contender? I Don't Buy It
Gladiator 2 is being conditioned to contend for major Oscars in a crowded year. But even if it can overcome key obstacles, the movie has a fatal flaw.
Flow Review: The Year’s Best Animated Movie Feels A Lot Like An Open-World Video Game
Flow seems to call upon the language of video games, and not just aesthetically. The effect it creates is a tricky balance struck exactly right.
The 2023 Hollywood Strikes: What Was Won & What Is The Impact A Year Later, Part 4: What Comes Next?
In 2023, the WGA and SAG-AFTRA went on strike to protect their futures in Hollywood. One year later, the impact of that moment is coming into view.
The 2023 Hollywood Strikes: What Was Won & What Is The Impact A Year Later, Part 3: AI Protections
In 2023, the WGA and SAG-AFTRA went on strike to protect their futures in Hollywood. One year later, the impact of that moment is coming into view.
Christmas Eve In Miller’s Point Review: Half Of This Movie Gets That Holiday Season Feeling Just Right
Christmas Eve in Miller’s Point is a movie of two halves, and while I preferred the first, it still makes a good entry point to your holiday season.
The 2023 Hollywood Strikes: What Was Won & What Is The Impact A Year Later, Part 2: Streaming Residuals
In 2023, the WGA and SAG-AFTRA went on strike to protect their futures in Hollywood. One year later, the impact of that moment is coming into view.
Time Cut Review: Netflix's Poor Excuse For A Slasher Should’ve Followed Its Dramatic Instincts
Both the slasher and time-travel portions of Time Cut are defined by laziness, but there’s one great idea in it I can’t stop thinking about.
The 2023 Hollywood Strikes: What Was Won & What Is The Impact A Year Later, Part 1: Writer Staffing
In 2023, the WGA and SAG-AFTRA went on strike to protect their futures in Hollywood. One year later, the impact of that moment is coming into view.
Understanding The Life Of Chuck’s 2025 Release: Why Neon Is Right To Break TIFF’s Best Picture Streak
Neon’s decision to release The Life of Chuck in 2025, despite its newfound Oscar buzz, might be the Mike Flanagan movie’s best-case scenario.