Mixed (Divisive)

Due to this movie having a few quirks, of which may work for some and for others be a problem, we believe your enjoyment of this movie will depend on your taste.

Y2K (2024): Review and Summary

While “Y2K” may bug anyone born in the 1990s and before, it could be a fun film for those who only know the time through Tumblr aesthetics and unearned nostalgia.

Sweethearts (2024): Review and Summary

While much of what is to be expected is given with “Sweethearts,” at least the gay character, who feels obligatory/formulaic for films like this, is given a much better storyline than expected.

Style Me For Christmas (2024): Review and Summary

While it is always wonderful to see Raven Goodwin in a starring role, “Style Me For Christmas,” focusing on a talented woman’s desirability to an R&B superstar does lead to a tightrope walk between problematic and aspirational.

Gladiator 2 (2024): Review and Summary

Like most sequels, decades separated from the first movie, “Gladiator 2” doesn’t justify its existence, though Denzel Washington does act as a silver lining.

Aftermath (2024): Review and Summary

Dylan Sprouse stars as a veteran who is caught in a terrorist attack on American soil, trying to keep his little sister from being killed in action.

Here (2024): Review and Summary

In “Here,” we watch as likable people live on this one plot of land for hundreds of years in a narrative that jumps around a bit much.

On Becoming A Guinea Fowl (2024): Review and Summary

“On Becoming A Guinea Fowl” does well in world-building, highlighting a part of Zambia’s less tourist-focused culture, as a family secret gets smothered due to a funeral, rather than getting you into its characters.

The Outrun: Review and Summary

“The Outrun” is a bit too dry to recommend to a general audience, unless they love someone involved or starring in the film.

Bagman: Review (with Spoilers)

“Bagman,” starring Sam Claflin and Antonia Thomas of “The Good Doctor,” lacks everything needed to be a compelling horror film, and not just because it is PG-13.

The Wild Robot: Review (with Spoilers)

Featuring the voices of Lupita Nyong’o, Kit Connor, and Pedro Pascal, “The Wild Robot” delivers dark humor and tear-inducing moments, making this one of the best American-made animated movies of the year.

Never Let Go: Review & Summary

“Never Let Go” may star Halle Berry, but after a certain point, it is all about showcasing her young co-stars and furthering their careers.

The Substance: Review & Summary

“The Substance” pushes the need to question whether its potential message is lost in the pursuit of gore and its desire to show and critique the exploitation of a women.

Speak No Evil: Review & Summary

While James McAvoy tapping into his crazy brings on some level of entertainment, as a whole, “Speak No Evil” plays it safe for a film despite its violence.

Rebel Ridge: Movie Review

Aaron Pierre and AnnaSophia Robb star in a too long for its own good revenge tale that lacks what it needs to justify a 2+ hour runtime.

Running On Empty: Review

Lucy Hale and Keir Gilchrist may deliver familiar characters from their repertoire, but amongst the odd story and comedy of “Running On Empty,” they make it work.

Hoard: Movie Review

“Hoard” may not use its two hours to the best of its abilities, but star Saura Lightfoot-Leon will keep you engaged throughout.

The Duel (2024) – Written Review

Starring Dylan Sprouse and Patrick Warburton, “The Duel” provides just as many laughs as it creates opportunities to discuss the modern state of masculinity.

Dragonkeeper (2024) – Review

“Dragonkeeper” focuses on a young girl who is tasked with rescuing a baby dragon, and discovering her true fate, not the assumed one of being a servant.

Killer Beat (2024) – Written Review

Starring “Primo” actress Stakiah Lynn Washington, we watch as she plays an up-and-coming rapper who tries to navigate a cutthroat music industry.

MaXXXine (2024) – Written Review

Mia Goth returns as Maxine Minx, and with Pearl in her rear-view, so comes the question if Goth can find a way to justify the latest entry of this franchise as she did in “Pearl?”

Little Deaths (2024) – Written Review

In “Little Deaths,” we watch the ebb and flow of a relationship plagued by a disease that doesn’t cause a lockdown but certainly puts immense stress on a delicate relationship.

A Sacrifice (2024)

Sadie Sink is seduced into joining a cult despite her father, played by Eric Bana, making a career about community and loneliness.

Latency (2024)

A young woman with notoriety as a game tester and professional gamer is gifted a new headset that syncs with her brain and brings painful memories to life.

I Used to Be Funny (2024)

In “I Used To Be Funny,” Rachel Sennott veers towards a more dramatic role, which may struggle at times to hold your attention.