Therese Lacson

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For 99 reviews, this critic has graded:
  • 48% higher than the average critic
  • 6% same as the average critic
  • 46% lower than the average critic
On average, this critic grades 1.7 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)

Therese Lacson's Scores

  • Movies
  • TV
Average review score: 67
Highest review score: 100 Thor: Love and Thunder
Lowest review score: 10 Her Private Hell
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 60 out of 99
  2. Mixed: 32 out of 99
  3. Negative: 7 out of 99
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    • 49 Metascore
    • 80 Therese Lacson
    Supergirl
    Despite these flaws, Supergirl is a fantastic film and one that solidifies the newly rebooted DCU's strength as a franchise. It also signals that Gunn can be a bit more hands-off with a project without any drop in quality. Supergirl is as effervescent and colorful as Superman, but offers a cosmic twist that sheds away the extra baggage that comes with centering a story on Earth and takes the opportunity to truly develop this new version of the character.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Therese Lacson
    Fjord
    Stan and Reinsve both give restrained but emotional performances.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 80 Therese Lacson
    Victorian Psycho
    Full of blood and murder and Gothic flair, what makes Victorian Psycho so good is that it doesn't need to pretend to be artsy or take itself too seriously.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 20 Therese Lacson
    Full Phil
    Full Phil accomplishes the rare task of making the viewer less and less sympathetic to these two exhausting characters.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Therese Lacson
    The Man I Love
    There's no doubt that Sachs is a master when it comes to crafting a stirring narrative. From the script, which he penned with long-time collaborator Mauricio Zacharias, to the vivid cinematography by Josée Deshaies (who was also behind the camera on last year's Urchin), The Man I Love embraces the art of filmmaking to its highest degree.
    • 38 Metascore
    • 10 Therese Lacson
    Her Private Hell
    Every time you think the film might finally actually step into the horror arena, it takes a step back and instead indulges in empty titillation. This film is for people who already love Refn's work and are willing to look past any faults to simply rejoice in his return ten years after Neon Demon. But after walking out of Her Private Hell, the movie has me thinking that perhaps Refn should have stayed dormant another 10 years if this is the final product.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 80 Therese Lacson
    Hope
    Hope could have been a near-perfect film had it abandoned its desire to go even bigger and simply stuck to the creature feature that made its first half so entertaining.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 80 Therese Lacson
    The Bride!
    The Bride! embodies an unconventional and rebellious nature that makes it wholly unique. Whether it's aware of its flaws or not, it's not ashamed to lean completely in. In many respects, The Bride! can come off as being just a little too much. Too much romance, too much theatricality, too much feminism — but sometimes, too much of a good thing is still a good thing.
    • 33 Metascore
    • 60 Therese Lacson
    The Dreadful
    Ultimately, Kermani's film is not strong enough to be called a complete success. Its lackluster ending and uneven characters weigh it down from potentially becoming a cult hit.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Therese Lacson
    American Doctor
    A vital documentary, Teng gives an intimate look at not only the toll the genocide has had on Gaza, but on the first responders who can do nothing but give their everything, even as the hospitals they work in become military targets of bombings, and survival is far from a certainty.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 60 Therese Lacson
    Nuisance Bear
    There are no easy answers, and Nuisance Bear presents none of them.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 20 Therese Lacson
    Wuthering Heights
    Emerald Fennell's film is merely telling a shallow story about two people overcoming all obstacles to fall in love — not necessarily awful on paper, but it's an adaptation that feels like a 14-year-old skimmed the book and jumped to her own conclusions without any true understanding of the novel.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Therese Lacson
    Exit 8
    Does Exit 8 work as a film on its own? Yes, it does, but it likely works best for those who've played the game before and are familiar with the concept. Otherwise, the tedious nature of the game that is duplicated in the film can feel like more of a chore than entertainment. As a lover of the game, it felt like the perfect adaptation, but, much like the game, the film isn't going to be to everyone's taste.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 60 Therese Lacson
    Union County
    Poulter's acting keeps it afloat ultimately, but there are moments when the desire to focus on the recovery journey overshadows the actual story at the heart of the film. Ultimately, Union County is a respectable debut for Meeks, but in trying to do too much, it fails to land on solid ground by the time the film is over.
    • 51 Metascore
    • 60 Therese Lacson
    See You When I See You
    With heartfelt and emotional performances by the cast, See You When I See You is a stirring tale about survivor's guilt, grief, and reconnecting in the wake of tragedy. Though the film hits on all emotional notes, there's one crucial setback that holds back an otherwise moving story.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Therese Lacson
    Wicker
    Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson's romantic fantasy film is a delightful and silly tale that masquerades as a fable. Beneath the surface of its folklore-esque concept, Wicker is more an exploration of human connection, a criticism of the patriarchy, and a fun exploration of just how far one ridiculous concept can be taken.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 60 Therese Lacson
    Saccharine
    It ends up in an odd space between psychological thriller and straight-up jump-scare horror that unfortunately drags down an otherwise compelling film.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 70 Therese Lacson
    The Incomer
    Unafraid to lean into Isla's naivete, Rankin's performance playing off both O'Rourke and Gleeson is what places her at the center of this tale and makes it worth watching.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Therese Lacson
    Zootopia 2
    It's a colorful and delightful movie that delivers both thrills and heart. A fantastic follow-up to the original, Zootopia 2 swoops in right at the perfect time for the holidays as a perfect family movie to enjoy.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 80 Therese Lacson
    Wicked: For Good
    Wicked: For Good is not only a loyal adaptation, but it builds on what works from the first film while leaning into its lead performances. The characters are more mature and nuanced, making it a worthy successor to the first film. It doesn't surpass Wicked, but as a double feature, these two movies do justice to one of the best musicals ever, and that's not an easy feat to accomplish.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Therese Lacson
    Carolina Caroline
    At the end of the day, Rehmeier's take on an outlaw romance wrapped in a road movie is entirely too enjoyable to give too much hate to. From the country music needle drops to the oozing on-screen chemistry, anyone who loves a good crime movie that doesn't take itself too seriously will need to get their butts into the theater for this one.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 60 Therese Lacson
    The Choral
    The Choral offers a unique look at WWI, while struggling to maintain balance between its compelling lead and somewhat lackluster storytelling with its other subplots.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 80 Therese Lacson
    Bad Apples
    Etzler carefully walks the line, taking a dark subject and ratcheting up both the tension and the humor until the two are inextricably linked, making for an entertaining and unpredictably exciting debut.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Therese Lacson
    Ponyboi
    River Gallo shows not only that these stories are powerful and have value, but can also be beautiful and deeply moving.
    • 46 Metascore
    • 50 Therese Lacson
    Honey Don't!
    Although your mileage may vary when it comes to Honey Don't's tone, what's undeniable is that Qualley was made to play Honey. She's cool, slick, and wildly charismatic.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 40 Therese Lacson
    The Mastermind
    The Mastermind vascillates between wanting to lean into the thrills of a heist and falling back on Reichardt's tried-and-true formula. The result is a confusing mix of tones with a fairly basic concept that rarely dips below the surface.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 80 Therese Lacson
    The History of Sound
    Artfully combining song, romance, and unique settings, Oliver Hermanus offers a heartbreaking and emotional film that reminds us not only of the enduring nature of love but also the power of sound and song.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 70 Therese Lacson
    Sentimental Value
    Trier's understanding of complex family relationships and his ability to portray them honestly make this yet another win for him and a solid entry into his filmography.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 50 Therese Lacson
    Jane Austen Wrecked My Life
    Despite beautiful shots and strong performances in the film, what ultimately comes up lacking is the story.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Therese Lacson
    Eagles of the Republic
    Eagles of the Republic's greatest strength lies in Fares Fares, who is all too convincing as a superstar actor in Egypt, striking a delicate balance between his comedic scenes and dramatic ones
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