Beats (2019) – Recap, Review (with Spoilers)
Beats is the kind of film which has a good central story, but the bankable star gets in the way of said story shining as it could and should.
Movies
Discover our top picks and latest reviews spanning from blockbuster hits to indie films, shorts, and festival premieres across various platforms.
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Fast Color (2018) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
While a bit slow, and definitely having a strong indie vibe, Fast Colors eventually hooks you into its supernatural story.
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Murder Mystery (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
Murder Mystery is probably the best Adam Sandler comedy in years, at least in terms of story.
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Shaft (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
Shaft (2019) somehow balances being modern, funny, old school, and a bad mother****er without losing a beat or pushing you to check your watch.
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I Am Mother (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
With I Am Mother, Netflix continues to produce quality sci-fi films with a small cast, a female lead, and loads of intrigue.
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Old Boys (2018) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
With Alex Lawther’s charm not fully engaged, Old Boys makes it difficult to invest in his character, or any others, and becomes draining.
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X-Men: Dark Phoenix (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
While it lacks the emotional oomph it should, X-Men: Dark Phoenix attempts to compensate that with quality action scenes and VFX.
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First Impression (2018) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
First Impression is a bargain bin movie which is corny, may not have the best plot but is nonetheless enjoyable.
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Ask Dr. Ruth (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
In trekking from her childhood in Germany to her 90th birthday, Ask Dr. Ruth shows resiliency doesn’t have to kill your curiosity or smile.
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Oh, Ramona! (2019) – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
Oh, Ramona! has a mini-series vibe which makes the movie, while enjoyable, feel long.
