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One Shot
A spoiler light review of One Shot should begin with tone, because James Nunn understands exactly how this action film ought to feel. One Shot gains early credibility from Scott Adkins, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Ashley Greene. The foundation of One Shot can be stated simply: An elite squad of Navy SEALs, on a covert mission to transport a prisoner off a CIA black site island prison, are trapped when insurgents attack while trying to rescue the same
Aug 103 min read
The Virtuoso
A spoiler light review of The Virtuoso should begin with tone, because Nick Stagliano understands exactly how this action film ought to feel. The Virtuoso gains early credibility from Anson Mount, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Abbie Cornish. The foundation of The Virtuoso can be stated simply: Danger, deception and murder descend upon a sleepy town when a professional assassin accepts a new assignment from his enigmatic boss. Within its 1h 50m running
Aug 103 min read
Breaking News in Yuba County
A spoiler light review of Breaking News in Yuba County should begin with tone, because Tate Taylor understands exactly how this comedy ought to feel. Breaking News in Yuba County gains early credibility from Allison Janney, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Mila Kunis. The foundation of Breaking News in Yuba County can be stated simply: A woman takes advantage of her growing celebrity status when the police and the public think her dead husband is just mis
Aug 103 min read
New Gods: Nezha Reborn
A spoiler light review of New Gods: Nezha Reborn should begin with tone, because Ji Zhao understands exactly how this animated adventure ought to feel. New Gods: Nezha Reborn gains early credibility from Nicole Fong, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Victoria Grace. The foundation of New Gods: Nezha Reborn can be stated simply: A normal young deliveryman Li Yunxiang, though coming from the slum area, is living a satisfying life but when the arrogant wealth
Aug 103 min read
Diabolik
A spoiler light review of Diabolik should begin with tone, because Antonio Manetti understands exactly how this action film ought to feel. Diabolik gains early credibility from Luca Marinelli, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Miriam Leone. The foundation of Diabolik can be stated simply: The dark and romantic story of the first meeting between master thief Diabolik and Eva Kant, set in the fictional state of Clerville in the late 1960s. Within its 2h 14m
Aug 102 min read
Deadly Cuts
A spoiler light review of Deadly Cuts should begin with tone, because Rachel Carey understands exactly how this comedy ought to feel. Deadly Cuts gains early credibility from Angeline Ball, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Ericka Roe. The foundation of Deadly Cuts can be stated simply: A black comedy set in a working class Dublin hair salon where the stylists become accidental vigilantes and community heroes as they take on the gang members and gentrifier
Aug 103 min read
Rumble
A spoiler light review of Rumble should begin with tone, because Hamish Grieve understands exactly how this animated adventure ought to feel. Rumble gains early credibility from Geraldine Viswanathan, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Will Arnett. The foundation of Rumble can be stated simply: In a world where monster wrestling is a global sport and monsters are superstar athletes, teenage Winnie seeks to follow in her father's footsteps by coaching a love
Aug 103 min read
Die in a Gunfight
A spoiler light review of Die in a Gunfight should begin with tone, because Collin Schiffli understands exactly how this comedy ought to feel. Die in a Gunfight gains early credibility from Diego Boneta, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Alexandra Daddario. The foundation of Die in a Gunfight can be stated simply: In New York City, a young guy falls for the daughter of his father's nemesis. Within its 1h 32m running time, Die in a Gunfight reveals both the
Aug 103 min read
A Week Away
A spoiler light review of A Week Away should begin with tone, because Roman White understands exactly how this music drama ought to feel. A Week Away gains early credibility from Kevin Quinn, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Bailee Madison. The foundation of A Week Away can be stated simply: With nowhere left to go, Will Hawkins finds himself at camp for the first time. Within its 1h 34m running time, A Week Away reveals both the benefits and the limits o
Aug 103 min read
Trust
A spoiler light review of Trust should begin with tone, because Brian DeCubellis understands exactly how this thriller ought to feel. Trust gains early credibility from Victoria Justice, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Matthew Daddario. The foundation of Trust can be stated simply: In this sexy and twisty ride, New York gallery owner Brooke and her husband Owen each face exceptional temptations, with most unexpected results. Within its 1h 34m running tim
Aug 103 min read
The Catholic School
A spoiler light review of The Catholic School should begin with tone, because Stefano Mordini understands exactly how this drama ought to feel. The Catholic School gains early credibility from Benedetta Porcaroli, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Giulio Pranno. The foundation of The Catholic School can be stated simply: In late September 1975, a renowned Catholic school in Rome for sheltered, upper middle class boys is attacked in what became known as the
Aug 103 min read
JFK Revisited: Through the Looking Glass
A spoiler light review of JFK Revisited: Through the Looking Glass should begin with tone, because Oliver Stone understands exactly how this documentary ought to feel. JFK Revisited: Through the Looking Glass gains early credibility from Donald Sutherland, whose presence is balanced by the different rhythm of Whoopi Goldberg. The foundation of JFK Revisited: Through the Looking Glass can be stated simply: Declassified files related to President Kennedy's assassination in a fa
Aug 103 min read
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