Patrice Witherspoon

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Film Threat, Screen Rant
For 150 reviews, this critic has graded:
  • 55% higher than the average critic
  • 6% same as the average critic
  • 39% lower than the average critic
On average, this critic grades 3 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)

Patrice Witherspoon's Scores

  • Movies
  • TV
Average review score: 63
Highest review score: 100 The Substance
Lowest review score: 20 American Murderer
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 71 out of 150
  2. Mixed: 70 out of 150
  3. Negative: 9 out of 150
150 movie reviews
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    • 70 Patrice Witherspoon
    Outerlands
    Oxman’s directional choices — such as lingering close-ups — are added benefits that enable us to connect more deeply with its characters. And thanks to some very powerful performances from Bateman and Dillon, this isn’t just a story that invites us to explore the effects of childhood troubles. It reiterates that understanding is all we ever truly want and need from others.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Patrice Witherspoon
    Splitsville
    Thankfully, Covino and Martin never insult our intelligence by over-explanatory dialogue and lectures. Instead, this talented writing duo focuses on what audiences want: human desire and the wild things we’ll do for connection.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Patrice Witherspoon
    Two Prosecutors
    This story of civic injustice isn’t just a great achievement by the director. It’s a cautionary tale about the repetition of tragic moments in history.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Patrice Witherspoon
    Dossier 137
    What makes Dossier 137 a fascinating watch is being able to observe a singular character battle all the complexities of morality when it comes to justice, truth, and conflict of interest. Moll doesn’t write Stéphanie with the intent of letting her take the easy way out, which creates some exceptional character study moments.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 90 Patrice Witherspoon
    The Chronology of Water
    The Chronology of Water is a boisterous spectacle of the female experience directed with pure love and sincerity.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Patrice Witherspoon
    To Live and Die and Live
    As a testament to its strong script, Basir’s latest tackles various themes related to addiction, religion, and even manhood. And in its methodical approach towards addressing mental health, To Live and Die and Live defies and exceeds emotional expectations.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Patrice Witherspoon
    Sharp Corner
    A fascinating character study that shows us the dangers of finding fulfillment in all the wrong places.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Patrice Witherspoon
    Together
    For a directorial debut, Shanks hits it out of the park with his delightfully squirm-worthy horror comedy.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Patrice Witherspoon
    Nosferatu
    It may not incite fear in a classical sense, but it haunts us at every minute of its runtime. Gorgeous cinematography and an exceptional score elevate this tale of obsessive torment. Sure, we’re in a time when remakes are becoming more of an annoyance than anything, but with a final product like Nosferatu, it almost seems silly to care about these things.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 80 Patrice Witherspoon
    The Piano Lesson
    The Piano Lesson captures the importance of honoring our ancestors through legacy.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Patrice Witherspoon
    Bring Them Down
    Bring Them Down is 105 minutes worth of violence and misery, but it’s great storytelling, nonetheless.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 70 Patrice Witherspoon
    Hard Truths
    Thanks to a stunning lead performance from Jean-Baptiste and an ending that doesn’t take the easy way out, it is a must-watch.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 70 Patrice Witherspoon
    On Becoming a Guinea Fowl
    It isn’t just stellar filmmaking, it’s necessary viewing for those of us aching to break the cycle of abuse.
    • 49 Metascore
    • 70 Patrice Witherspoon
    Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1
    Costner and company know the importance of visual and sonic storytelling. In this film, the score, landscapes, and set pieces guide the stories along when the dialogue is limited, helping us to connect to the overall experience emotionally.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Patrice Witherspoon
    The Shrouds
    An obvious inspiration pulled from experiencing losing his wife Carolyn to cancer, Cronenberg delivers a subdued horror film on grief, which feels unlike any of his previous works.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 100 Patrice Witherspoon
    The Substance
    While dissecting the world’s ridiculous beauty ideals, Fargeat directs her sensational feat with pungent audacity, fearless humor, and dysmorphic body horror.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 90 Patrice Witherspoon
    Anora
    Anora is a lovable tale of rags to riches that comes exploding with chaos, hilarity, raunchiness, and a stupendous performance from Mikey Madison.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Patrice Witherspoon
    Kinds of Kindness
    Yorgos Lanthimos’ Kinds of Kindness is a melting pot of anthology narratives that callously spotlight our desperation for affection and acceptance.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 80 Patrice Witherspoon
    Megalopolis
    Megalopolis isn't just a transcendental delight for the senses, it's a manifestation of Coppola's dreams for humanity and his dedication to cinema.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Patrice Witherspoon
    In Flames
    A roaring achievement for the first-time feature director, In Flames is an intensely vivid tale of survival. Khan’s humanistic approach towards understanding marginalized women is hauntingly beautiful.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 80 Patrice Witherspoon
    The First Omen
    The First Omen contains the scary elements from the classics and creative upgrades, resulting in a hit for the horror genre and The Omen franchise.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Patrice Witherspoon
    Exhibiting Forgiveness
    Ultimately, Exhibiting Forgiveness is a movie that spoke to me on a deep level. It’s the type of transcendent experience that could make you confront your own demons and familial traumas you may not even have known existed.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 70 Patrice Witherspoon
    In the Summers
    Thanks to phenomenal camera work and partnership with cinematographer Alejandro Mejía, In the Summers is elevated by an impressive experience both emotionally and visually.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 80 Patrice Witherspoon
    It's What's Inside
    As ambitious or complicated as the script may get, the film is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, entertaining the idea of horror tropes but structuring the story with clever twists and thrills that defy the genre.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 80 Patrice Witherspoon
    Your Monster
    Your Monster is a magical movie experience you do not want to miss. A nice blend of levity and drama, Lindy’s debut assertively makes its mark on the genre.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Patrice Witherspoon
    Presence
    Without relying on cheap jump scares, Soderbergh’s psychological horror thriller is a shattering mystery about instinct that will chill you.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 90 Patrice Witherspoon
    My Old Ass
    The film is endearingly sweet, smart, and funny.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Patrice Witherspoon
    The Color Purple
    The Color Purple is a resounding success with respect to quality and entertainment. From its messaging about sisterhood and self-love to its stunning filmmaking achievements, it’s a film that's easily enjoyed on the big screen. While the entire cast brings their A-game, Barrino, Henson, and Brooks steal the show with Oscar-worthy performances.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Patrice Witherspoon
    Godzilla Minus One
    The film's final 30 minutes is simply phenomenal filmmaking, emphasizing Yamazaki’s ability to bring quality back to the franchise and showcase a stunning achievement of human storytelling.
    • 47 Metascore
    • 70 Patrice Witherspoon
    Candy Cane Lane
    A holiday film full of creativity, family, and fun, Hudlin’s Candy Cane Lane is a Christmas gift worth watching. Led by a talented leading duo, this adventure could be your next guilty pleasure.
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