Mae Abdulbaki

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For 388 reviews, this critic has graded:
  • 39% higher than the average critic
  • 5% same as the average critic
  • 56% lower than the average critic
On average, this critic grades 4.3 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)

Mae Abdulbaki's Scores

  • Movies
  • TV
Average review score: 61
Highest review score: 100 Killers of the Flower Moon
Lowest review score: 20 Die in a Gunfight
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 171 out of 388
  2. Mixed: 202 out of 388
  3. Negative: 15 out of 388
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    • 71 Metascore
    • 40 Mae Abdulbaki
    Exit 8
    It grows tedious because it feels like we’re holding our breath waiting for something more significant to happen for the lead’s character development, and yet it remains largely stagnant. Exit 8 has so much squandered potential. It might have made for a better short film than a full feature, but as a psychological horror, the film falls flat.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 50 Mae Abdulbaki
    Queens of the Dead
    What the film does have is a sense of style and an ability to keep us engaged through a riotous cast that is clearly having a lot of fun.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Mae Abdulbaki
    Is This Thing On?
    There’s a sincerity that underscores its central themes, and the performances, writing, and direction don’t cut corners to get to the end. And what we end up with is a comedy-drama that understands what a thoughtful exploration of a relationship can look like onscreen.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 50 Mae Abdulbaki
    The Hand That Rocks the Cradle
    Cervera’s film is consistently intriguing, elevated by the dynamic between Winstead and Monroe, who have solid onscreen chemistry.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 40 Mae Abdulbaki
    She Loved Blossoms More
    If anything, She Loved Blossoms More isn’t weird enough, holding out on exploring what’s beyond the time machine, which is the most compelling aspect of the film.
    • 41 Metascore
    • 70 Mae Abdulbaki
    The Woman in Cabin 10
    From the opening scenes, The Woman in Cabin 10 hooks us and doesn’t let go.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Mae Abdulbaki
    Obsession
    With good pacing, writing, and a stellar cast, Barker has crafted a directorial horror debut that is deliciously dark, absurd, and eerie.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Mae Abdulbaki
    Three Goodbyes
    There’s an emotional resonance that permeates the film and fills your heart with an ache so strong that it’s difficult to walk away without being affected.
    • 38 Metascore
    • 40 Mae Abdulbaki
    Him
    Tipping and his co-writers have a lot of great ideas and thought-provoking commentary about the way we treat athletes, but the lead-up to an admittedly explosive conclusion doesn’t land. Wayans and the score seem to be doing most of the tension-building. It’s a shame the rest of the film couldn’t rise to the same level.
    • 43 Metascore
    • 40 Mae Abdulbaki
    A Big Bold Beautiful Journey
    A rousing story about finding someone and falling in love this is not — nor does it truly contend with the need for human connection very well.
    • 48 Metascore
    • 40 Mae Abdulbaki
    Sacrifice
    Messy, strange, and somewhat baffling, Gavras’ film is chaos personified. For this sometimes funny film, I wish that were a good thing.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 70 Mae Abdulbaki
    Hamlet
    With an exceptional performance from Ahmed and style meets substance storytelling, Hamlet is a journey worth taking.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Mae Abdulbaki
    Mile End Kicks
    Filled with heartfelt moments and hardships amidst Grace’s growing young adulthood pains, Levack’s film plays like a new music album that is familiar yet exciting.
    • 42 Metascore
    • 60 Mae Abdulbaki
    Swiped
    All told, Swiped is a conventional, even hopeful biopic. Lily James is great in the lead role.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 60 Mae Abdulbaki
    Eternity
    Eternity isn’t a bad rom-com; it’s charming and wildly entertaining for the most part, but by skirting a conventional narrative to be more creative, the story loses some of its effectiveness in the process.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 80 Mae Abdulbaki
    Bad Apples
    The film is genuinely funny, and the cast is up to the task as the story balances impending consequences for Maria’s actions and gasp-inducing comedic satire.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 90 Mae Abdulbaki
    Rental Family
    Rental Family is practically poetic in its handling of its themes. It gets to the root of human emotions and how they’re affected by the world around us and the decisions made by others. It’s a heartwarming film that asks thoughtful questions, and I promise you won’t be disappointed by its answers.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 60 Mae Abdulbaki
    Steve
    Its focus may have needed some more fine-tuning, but Steve proves meaningful regardless.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 60 Mae Abdulbaki
    Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery
    Despite its pitfalls, Wake Up Dead Man is still enjoyable. It has its charming moments, there’s a lot to think about in terms of the story, and the cast is good, if not great, overall. It’s just hard to watch the movie and realize the mystery and excitement have waned.
    • 51 Metascore
    • 50 Mae Abdulbaki
    The Man in My Basement
    A great cast and patience will prove only somewhat rewarding, even if the journey to get there is shaky and more than a bit confusing.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 60 Mae Abdulbaki
    The Lost Bus
    There are certainly lulls throughout, and the story needed some tightening. But what it lacks is more than made up with a great cast, distressing moments, and some well-shot action.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 80 Mae Abdulbaki
    The Conjuring: Last Rites
    It’s rare for a final film in a horror franchise to deliver character development, a chilling story, and a satisfying ending for the characters. The Conjuring: Last Rites does all three. As a farewell to the Warrens, Chaves balances the terrifying with the heartfelt to great effect.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 70 Mae Abdulbaki
    Caught Stealing
    Caught Stealing is a refreshing addition to Aronofsky’s filmography. It’s deliberately funny and macabre, but it asks us to take it seriously.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Mae Abdulbaki
    Relay
    It’s got everything — tense chase sequences, anxious and wary phone calls, and heart-to-hearts between Sarah and Ash that underscore their characters’ need for true connection. There have been so few exceptional thrillers in recent years, but Relay is certainly one of them.
    • 48 Metascore
    • 60 Mae Abdulbaki
    The Map That Leads to You
    It’s not particularly memorable, but it also has its moments, elevated by the chemistry between Madelyn Cline and Riverdale’s KJ Apa.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 60 Mae Abdulbaki
    Nobody 2
    Nobody 2's themes could’ve been better explored, but it’s easy to overlook that and enjoy the fun, action-packed ride.
    • 31 Metascore
    • 40 Mae Abdulbaki
    Smurfs
    The script has its moments, and I chuckled a bit at a few points. But what the film lacks is genuine heart and warmth.
    • 44 Metascore
    • 60 Mae Abdulbaki
    The Old Guard 2
    The Old Guard 2 is a film that feels longer than it should be and not long enough. It strikes an odd balance, but there’s luckily more here that works than doesn’t, even if the plot is thin.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 50 Mae Abdulbaki
    Heads of State
    Without Cena and Elba’s committed and charming performances, as well as great supporting turns from Considine and Carla Gugino as Vice President Elizabeth Kirk, Heads of State wouldn’t be worth discussing
    • 68 Metascore
    • 80 Mae Abdulbaki
    F1: The Movie
    It might be a Formula One promotional movie at its core, but at least it’s a damn good film.
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