Chris Agar

There were enough pieces here to create something interesting, but it never fully came together.

The Adam Project is a charming and fun sci-fi throwback, fueled by a strong script and one of Reynolds' best performances.

Soderbergh fans and those looking for a slick thriller should be inclined to check KIMI out when they get a chance.

Munich: The Edge of War is a well-made period piece able to stage necessary tension despite its real-life story being so well-known.

The Tragedy of Macbeth is a visually stunning and faithful Shakespearean adaptation fueled by captivating performances from its stars.

Last Night in Soho is a stylish and thrilling work from Wright, bolstered by an impressive lead performance from Thomasin McKenzie.

Space Jam: A New Legacy is a fun family movie bolstered by a good heart and strong visuals that make up for a lack in originality.

The Tomorrow War is a fun entry into the sci-fi/time travel genre, though the pieces never add up to something all that memorable.

Instead of being the next John Wick, Nobody plays out more as John Wick lite, which could be disappointing for some. It's fun to see Odenkirk try something new at this stage in his career, and Nobody clearly knows what it is and never takes itself too seriously (see: the moments of levity, the soundtrack full of licensed classics). Still, these merits don't truly help elevate the final product beyond fleeting entertainment.

Cherry is a fairly standard drama that hits the expected beats, but is still elevated by Holland's strong lead performance.

Malcolm & Marie serves as a powerful showcase for its two stars, with Washington and Zendaya elevating the script to compelling results.

Locked Down is an average drama that relies on the strengths of its two lead actors to help elevate it above its various shortcomings.

The Midnight Sky is a well-made and ambitious piece of sci-fi filmmaking, but it lacks the proper emotional punch it needed to truly connect.

Despite the pedigree of Hanks and Greengrass, this effort doesn't quite get there - but it's still well-made. News of the World is a standard Western with a predictable story, though it's elevated by Hanks and Helena Zengel's performances.

Tenet is a fascinating and exciting sci-fi thriller bolstered by Nolan's grand vision for action and strong performances from the cast.

Mank is a wonderfully crafted and well-acted ode to a bygone era carried by Fincher's vision and Gary Oldman's standout performance.

Dreamland is a fairly straightforward crime saga that doesn't reinvent the wheel, but is still enjoyable thanks to Robbie and its production values.

Synchronic is an interesting, if standard, drama that gets by on the strength of Anthony Mackie's performance and a strong third act.

The Trial of the Chicago 7 makes for an entertaining and compelling courtroom drama, bolstered by Sorkin's script and strong performances.

I'm Thinking of Ending Things is a suitably eerie and creepy psychological thriller that ultimately never comes together as a comprehensible whole.

An American Pickle is a fun, fleeting buddy comedy that spreads its humorous premise a bit too thin, minimizing the story's impact.

The Beach House has some suitably creepy moments, but it's ultimately hamstrung by an underdeveloped script that fails to connect with the audience.

Capone has lofty ambitions of being the next great crime drama, but falls short of finding a compelling story about its subject's final days.

Beastie Boys Story makes for a fun exploration of the Beastie Boys' history through the eyes of Ad-Roc and Mike D, but it may not be as comprehensive as some hoped.

Jump Shot is an important basketball history lesson, shining a light on one of the game's unsung heroes who deserves more recognition.

Ultimately, Horse Girl is a tricky film to unpack. On one hand, it's fine that it doesn't provide easy answers for the questions it poses, but even dedicated cinephiles may find Horse Girl abstruse and challenging to a fault.

Despite a few strong aspects here and there, Inherit the Viper is more or less a fleeting entry into the crime genre that won't stick out in viewers' memory after the credits roll.

It may not push the envelope or be as innovative as other films out right now, but Just Mercy is nevertheless able to captivate the audience and could even inspire people to try to make a difference.