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Guns Akimbo
A spoiler light review of Guns Akimbo should begin with tone, because Jason Howden understands exactly how this comedy ought to feel. Guns Akimbo gains early credibility from Daniel Radcliffe, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Samara Weaving. The foundation of Guns Akimbo can be stated simply: A guy relies on his newly acquired gladiator skills to save his ex girlfriend from kidnappers. Within its 1h 38m running time, Guns Akimbo reveals both the benefits
Aug 103 min read
The Two Popes
A spoiler light review of The Two Popes should begin with tone, because Fernando Meirelles understands exactly how this comedy ought to feel. The Two Popes gains early credibility from Jonathan Pryce, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Anthony Hopkins. The foundation of The Two Popes can be stated simply: Behind Vatican walls, the conservative Pope Benedict XVI and the liberal future Pope Francis must find common ground to forge a new path for the Catholic
Aug 103 min read
Burn
A spoiler light review of Burn should begin with tone, because Mike Gan understands exactly how this comedy ought to feel. Burn gains early credibility from Tilda Cobham Hervey, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Josh Hutcherson. The foundation of Burn can be stated simply: When a gas station is held up at gunpoint by a desperate man in need of cash, a lonely and unstable gas station attendant, tired of being overshadowed by her more outgoing co worker, fin
Aug 103 min read
A Rainy Day in New York
A spoiler light review of A Rainy Day in New York should begin with tone, because Woody Allen understands exactly how this comedy ought to feel. A Rainy Day in New York gains early credibility from Timothée Chalamet, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Elle Fanning. The foundation of A Rainy Day in New York can be stated simply: A young couple arrives in New York for a weekend and meet with bad weather and a series of adventures. Within its 1h 32m running ti
Aug 103 min read
Away
A spoiler light review of Away should begin with tone, because Gints Zilbalodis understands exactly how this animated adventure ought to feel. Away gains early credibility from the lead performer, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of the principal supporting performer. The foundation of Away can be stated simply: A boy and a little bird are on a journey across a strange island trying to get back home. Within its 1h 15m running time, Away reveals both the bene
Aug 102 min read
Sound of Metal
A spoiler light review of Sound of Metal should begin with tone, because Darius Marder understands exactly how this music drama ought to feel. Sound of Metal gains early credibility from Riz Ahmed, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Olivia Cooke. The foundation of Sound of Metal can be stated simply: During a series of adrenaline fueled gigs, itinerant punk metal drummer Ruben begins to experience hearing loss. Within its 2h running time, Sound of Metal rev
Aug 103 min read
The Dirt
A spoiler light review of The Dirt should begin with tone, because Jeff Tremaine understands exactly how this comedy ought to feel. The Dirt gains early credibility from Douglas Booth, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Iwan Rheon. The foundation of The Dirt can be stated simply: Based on the bestselling autobiography from Mötley Crüe, the film is an unflinching tale of success and excess as four misfits rise from the streets of Hollywood to the heights of
Aug 103 min read
Queen of Hearts
A spoiler light review of Queen of Hearts should begin with tone, because May el Toukhy understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. Queen of Hearts gains early credibility from Trine Dyrholm, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Gustav Lindh. The foundation of Queen of Hearts can be stated simply: A successful lawyer jeopardizes her career and threatens to tear her family apart after engaging in an affair with her teenage stepson. Within its 2h 7m runni
Aug 103 min read
The Fanatic
A spoiler light review of The Fanatic should begin with tone, because Fred Durst understands exactly how this thriller ought to feel. The Fanatic gains early credibility from John Travolta, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Devon Sawa. The foundation of The Fanatic can be stated simply: A rabid film fan stalks his favorite action hero and destroys his life. Within its 1h 28m running time, The Fanatic reveals both the benefits and the limits of that discipl
Aug 102 min read
Murder Mystery
A spoiler light review of Murder Mystery should begin with tone, because Kyle Newacheck understands exactly how this crime drama ought to feel. Murder Mystery gains early credibility from Adam Sandler, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Jennifer Aniston. The foundation of Murder Mystery can be stated simply: A New York cop and his wife go on a European vacation to reinvigorate the spark in their marriage, but end up getting framed and on the run for the dea
Aug 103 min read
Life Like
A spoiler light review of Life Like should begin with tone, because Josh Janowicz understands exactly how this thriller ought to feel. Life Like gains early credibility from Drew Van Acker, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Addison Timlin. The foundation of Life Like can be stated simply: An idealistic, attractive young couple acquires a stunning, life like robot named Henry for guilt free help; but, as the three grow closer, their perception of humanity w
Aug 103 min read
I See You
A spoiler light review of I See You should begin with tone, because Adam Randall understands exactly how this horror film ought to feel. I See You gains early credibility from Helen Hunt, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Jon Tenney. The foundation of I See You can be stated simply: A policeman and his doctor wife have some marriage problems and the son blames the mother. Within its 1h 38m running time, I See You reveals both the benefits and the limits of
Aug 103 min read
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