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On average, this publication grades 4 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Movie review score: 61
Highest review score: 100 Turning Red
Lowest review score: 10 The Strangers: Chapter 3
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 887 out of 2025
  2. Mixed: 977 out of 2025
  3. Negative: 161 out of 2025
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  1. Power of the Dream
    Despite its vast scope, the intimate and always welcoming Power of the Dream manages to feel both timely and timeless.
  2. Adult Best Friends
    Adult Best Friends certainly has its heart in the right place and it can even be quite funny and lovely as it navigates the characters’ friendship and its evolution, but it’s also overstuffed with unnecessary characters and subplots that don’t add anything to the core relationship beyond distracting it from being deeper.
  3. Latency
    Croke's script seems content with delivering reality-questioning thrills rather than offering anything meaningful to keep audiences thinking beyond the movie's 90-minute runtime, or even within it.
  4. Rent Free
    Rent Free doesn't veer too far into dramatic territory, but when it does, it feels earned, a sobering moment that snaps the blurry edges of our protagonists' perspective into crystal clear view.
  5. The Freshly Cut Grass
    Every moment is purposeful, every conversation sharp; the actors and the direction say more than what is on the surface.
  6. Beacon
    The script is caught between wanting to be a full-blown horror movie and wanting to be a tense psychological thriller.
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    • 20 Critic Score
    Blackwater Lane
    If the lazy scripting and oversaturation of identical scenes were not enough, Blackwater Lane also lacks any sense of novelty.
  8. The Everything Pot
    Awkwardness knows no bounds here, and the kooky comedy has enough steam to carry it all the way through to a lovely ending.
  9. The A-Frame
    An intriguing blend of genres and themes, The A-Frame fulfills its promise to excite and entertain even with its mishaps.
  10. A Mistake
    It’s a nuanced role that Banks absolutely nails, capturing Liz’s experience in a way that makes us feel all that she’s going through.
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    • 80 Critic Score
    Aliens Expanded
    Aliens Expanded is a treasure trove of love and devotion, balancing things as broad as the very idea of fandom, and as specific as precise dissections of key scenes.
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    • 30 Critic Score
    Dead Trigger
    This zombie horror that sees Lundgren’s tough mercenary lead a crack team of gamers into a zombie-ridden city is nowhere near as funny as that description may sound, playing things disappointingly straight and making for one of the actor’s more forgettable outings.
  13. Tyler Perry's Divorce in the Black
    Tyler Perry's movies fall into many genres, but Divorce in the Black treads no new ground compared to his other dramas. Even in the film's most shocking moments, its narrative is part of a common formula.
  14. The Inheritance
    The film manages to be a very straightforward horror, but the lackluster character work diminishes whatever good comes from its genre shift, and the shift is substantial.
  15. Running on Empty
    The rom-com idea was solid, strong actors like Hale delivered, and chemistry between the leads was there. This can go a decent part of the way, but without more character development, direction, and a clear focus for the film, it's hard to offer much in terms of praise.
  16. The Demon Disorder
    Even once the movie elects to deal away with its ambiguity and get right to its demonic horror, The Demon Disorder still feels largely too familiar and predictable.
  17. The Pitch: Patient Safety's Next Generation
    Like many other great documentaries, The Pitch is not satisfied with simply showing the surface level of the problem, nor is it fulfilled when it reveals possible solutions. The Pitch drives deeper to the core of the problem, making its argument in a concise and undeniably powerful way.
  18. Subservience
    With a little more thought, and some effort made to elevate the narrative beyond sexy killer robots, it could have carved out a space as a cult hit, but Subservience falls short.
  19. Amber Alert
    While the movie may never fully overcome its feeling of familiarity, Panettiere and Williams' performances truly ground us throughout the tense ride.
  20. The Radleys
    It's clear there were several great ideas in The Radleys, wonderful casting across the board, but the edit leaves much to be desired.
  21. Notice to Quit
    Writer-director Simon Hacker has a good grasp on his characters and story, but while Notice to Quit has a spark, it lacks any true heartwarming moments, which are buried beneath a surface-level premise that refuses to engage with vulnerability.
  22. You & I
    There are flashes of cleverness here, but they are concealed by the arms-length approach.
  23. Classified
    Though competently shot, the storytelling and performances leave much to be desired.
  24. Hitpig!
    Hitpig seems to have gone all in on the goofy humor and left the movie with an unappealing and unenthusiastic story that, despite the novelty of a bounty hunter pig, can't make up for a movie with no stakes.
  25. Weekend in Taipei
    With a game cast and thrilling action sequences, Huang’s film offers more than expected to keep us engaged.
  26. Black Cab
    Black Cab has a pitch-perfect combination of Goodison's surreal direction and Gazelle Twin's ethereal score.
  27. Cellar Door
    Cellar Door may not provide intense emotional payoffs, or twists that come as a complete surprise, but the actors deliver great performances, and it's intriguing to watch as the central couple's lives unravel.
  28. He Never Left
    Though the movie's final act somewhat stumbles through its attempt at a big twist, it proves to be a refreshing approach to the formula.
  29. The Fix
    The film is unique and intriguing, but it struggles to tell its own story in an effective way.
  30. Rita
    It sits among some of the best films Bustamante has created and stays with you long after the final scene.
  31. Like Father Like Son
    From start to finish, the movie feels like a half-baked idea which never had time to be refined or improved.
  32. Sauna
    Broe is able to go beyond a clichéd queer cityscape to capture something that feels achingly real, all the more so in the evolution of Johan and William's relationship. There's a sadness here, but it's blunted by the fact that it plays out in a way that feels very true to life.
  33. You, Me & Her
    Though the film's final act begins to drag, and many of the same themes are touched upon multiple times, You, Me & Her must be praised for the clarity of its vision.
  34. My Fault: London
    There aren't any surprises, and all that we are left with is a little bit of satisfaction and underlying curiosity as to why this movie was worth investing in.
  35. Into the Deep
    The result is an incoherent, messy, and disappointing movie.
  36. Night of the Zoopocalypse
    Despite its fun concept and novel creature designs, Night of the Zoopocalypse ultimately finds itself weighed down by its lackluster script.
  37. Delicious
    While Delicious presents plenty of interesting ideas, powerful themes, and compliments it with memorable cinematography, the weak story and characters ultimately drag the film down.
  38. High Rollers
    We're dumped into the action, and the action doesn't even have the courtesy to be good.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 30 Critic Score
    Hood Witch
    While I am all for a genre-blended film, I found the movie's tonal clashes to be so extreme that it was hard to stay aligned with any character's internal experience.
  40. Meet Cute in Manhattan
    While Meet Cute In Manhattan falls a little flat at times, and has lines that occasionally veer from homage to cheese, overall, it's a beautifully smart, sweet rom-com that does exactly what it sets out to do. The meta commentary and humor is a highlight throughout, but if I had to pick one best element, it would be how Jason is written.
  41. Audrey's Children
    Because of its historical highlights, important message, and incredible performances, Audrey's Children is a perfect biopic, depicting a tear-jerking topic without shying away from the emotions it conjures.
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    • 60 Critic Score
    825 Forest Road
    While I will not spoil the ending, the film really struggles to avoid making a demonized monster out of mental illness, portraying sufferers as violent.
  43. iHostage
    Thanks to the stellar acting and nonstop pace of the story, iHostage transcends a few underdeveloped characters to create an intense story based on scarily true events.
  44. The Death of Snow White
    There is some great comedy in this, and the performances go hand in hand with the script and production. With early conversations leaning into the goofiness, it permits us not to take everything else too seriously, leading to being surprised by some oddly genuine moments and decent dramatic acting.
  45. Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon
    Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon meets fans and newcomers right in the middle, and the resulting movie is for everyone. Overall, it's a summation of one of the best animes out right now, and if you want to prep for season 2 and are short on time, it's serviceable.
  46. The Killgrin
    Its strong characters and performances can only do so much to elevate a lackluster, unfocused story that often feels stuck waiting for the third act to kick in.
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    • 40 Critic Score
    Most People Die on Sundays
    Even with a forgiving attitude, I could not help but get bored by the film in the first third (or more), as the characters take forever to get from point A to B. The lack of promised humor and David’s passivity also did not help things.
  48. The Moogai
    The Moogai uses the monster and horror as tactics, but it's at its best when the story shows that it's bigger than these two elements.
  49. A Breed Apart
    Given The Furst Brothers are clearly aiming for an over-the-top and ridiculous tone, I'm sure the awful CGI was part of their vision, but rather than feel like a tongue-in-cheek genre film, it instead makes the movie one of the best it's-so-bad-it's-good horror films I've seen in a long time.
  50. The Ruse
    With The Ruse , writer-director Stevan Mena aims to go for a more grounded and slow-burning thriller, but unfortunately, it lacks any kind of burn or tension.
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    • 50 Critic Score
    The Severed Sun
    Building to a fairly satisfying conclusion, The Severed Sun is scattered, but Puckett makes sure that it is confident chaos.
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    • 60 Critic Score
    Worth the Wait
    It is consistently sweet and charming.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Restless
    As a first-time director, Hart has certainly shown his aptitude for evoking a strong lead performance and working in tandem with his technical team to create rhythm and tone, making me excited about what he will do next.
  54. Trail of Vengeance
    Trail of Vengeance is undermined by the fact that a feminist Western cannot succeed without women having meaningful influence behind the scenes. What we are left with is a film that is a hollow imitation of a much-loved genre.
  55. 11 Rebels
    The action itself is where 11 Rebels' mix of modern and classic filmmaking really shines and had me gripped.
  56. Miley Cyrus: Something Beautiful
    It's fun, and there's nothing inherently wrong with it, but I found myself distracted, turning away from the screen several times because I knew I wasn't missing much. Something Beautiful will come and go, and for most, it won't make much of an impact.
  57. Gator Lake
    Unfortunately, the filmmaker's style lacks the same panache or intrigue as many other creature feature directors before him, which could partly be attributed to Gator Lake being his feature directorial debut, but also could just be that the movie's modest budget prevented some of his grander ambitions from coming to fruition.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 20 Critic Score
    The Other
    I was mildly intrigued by the plot progression in The Other, but it did not redeem itself from a thematic perspective.
  59. Our Times
    The things that are wrong with Our Times make it too wild to pack a punch, but a better version of it certainly exists in one timeline or another.
  60. Diablo
    Sadly, Diablo is not a special B-movie, but it is one with great fights.
  61. Bleeding
    While the story at the center of it all proves intriguing, the execution dulls the narrative to the point of ruin.
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    • 40 Critic Score
    Alma and the Wolf
    While I do appreciate it when a film shoots for the moon and tries something different, Alma and the Wolf missed.
  63. Don't Tell Larry
    Don't Tell Larry is a dark comedy that tries hard to deliver a unique brand of comedy, only to fall short in the storytelling.
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    • 50 Critic Score
    Hot Spring Shark Attack
    The movie's boldness helps craft an entertaining ride that is incredibly zany. Is this among the best shark movies? Absolutely not. But by the time Hot Spring Shark Attack was over, I couldn't help but smile.
  65. Push
    It's elevated by a captivating lead performance from Sanz, whose terror when events start ramping up feels very realistic.
  66. Ziam
    Delivering the blood, gore, and guts you would expect from the classics of the genre, Ziam has no intention of reinventing anything, unabashedly leaning into the tropes of these stories that audiences know well.
  67. Nuked
    It may not be the most original, but it still proves to be a funny enough endeavor.
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    • 60 Critic Score
    Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires
    I recognize that saying Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires is good at what it's doing hardly counts as a complaint. I would just personally prefer boldly uneven to generically good any day.
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    • 40 Critic Score
    Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado
    For families and kids who don't mind watching a predictable formula being followed mostly adequately (which is a pleasure in and of itself, if the genre suits you), they could do much worse than Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado.
  70. Almost Cops
    It's kind of disappointing just how in the middle Almost Cops is when it comes to how safe it plays, even with its mature rating.
  71. Tim Travers & the Time Travelers Paradox
    All in all, Tim Travers & the Time Traveler's Paradox is a stunning piece of work that is incredibly creative, creating something unique and delightful.
  72. Off the Grid
    It's not particularly memorable or an all-time great action story, but it's decent, and the quality is there. Off the Grid is an overall satisfying action movie as long as you're willing to look past the bare-bones plot.
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    • 80 Critic Score
    JUJUTSU KAISEN: Hidden Inventory / Premature Death – The Movie
    Even if it admittedly does not include much that has not already been shown, the emotional experience of seeing this pivotal arc of the manga come to life onscreen and the original scenes that are new more than make up for that shortcoming.
  74. The Banished
    While she may not have been given the best material to work with, Meg Clarke proves to be one of the few bright points in The Banished as Grace.
  75. Bury Me When I'm Dead
    With constant changes that still feel consistent and a dread that keeps growing with every minute, this psychological thriller is a perfect encapsulation of how well multiple genres can weave into each other.
  76. Magnetosphere
    Thanks to its matured presentation mixed with comedic elements and important lessons, Magnetosphere crafts a perfect coming-of-age tale about the difficulties of entering one's teenage years.
  77. Osiris
    What's even more impressive about Osiris are its visual effects, which rival even those of some of the big-budget studio movies.
  78. Shaman
    As the stakes rise alongside the body count, Canning nicely captures Candice's struggle between her enduring faith and doing anything to protect her son, giving us just enough of an emotional center to overcome the film's familiarity.
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    • 50 Critic Score
    Zénithal
    The themes end up both flagrantly obvious and obscured. On the one hand, the dialogue spells things out. On the other hand, broad martial arts sequences and goofy costumes detract from any nuance Zenithal could have conveyed. For those who want 80 minutes of overwrought crude jokes, this movie will not disappoint.
  80. What We Hide
    In a world that can have very black and white storytelling, What We Hide lives in the gray, dominating that space with ease and fluidity. What We Hide deserves to get its time in the light.
  81. The Occupant
    The film may be a simple story of survival on the surface, but the deeper layers offer universal messages that are potent and powerful. Even with its pacing issues, this movie is a strong look at the nature of grief, while showcasing important themes in very meaningful ways.
  82. Site
    Site is a movie that's made up of a solid foundation with an interesting concept, ambitious direction, and a talented cast that can't find a way to maintain its better efforts along the way.
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    • 60 Critic Score
    Birthrite
    While Birthrite had some flaws throughout, Partridge knocked it out of the park in the third act, leaving things on a strong note.
  84. Under Fire
    Under Fire is a little rough around the edges, and the story is not unique, but the performers make it special and elevate the material.
  85. Year of the Fox
    Year of the Fox is a movie far too marred by its narrative missteps to fully embrace its better parts. The dialogue becomes increasingly predictable and mind-numbing, which makes for a very misguided effort.
  86. Trust
    Trust is a disappointing and lackluster attempt at exploring a tense and important issue.
  87. Whisper of the Witch
    The haunted object formula actually has some proper stakes, while the imagery proves memorable enough. Yet its clumsy story, bizarre character choices, and awful dubbing turn it into a truly messy affai
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Primitive War
    It's a B-movie that completely understands what it is, and even if it doesn't get a wide release, it's destined to be a cult classic for both horror and war movie fans.
  89. Somnium
    With a strong, character-focused story and interesting, symbolic elements that tie into its fearful moments, the movie offers a balancing act of commentary about the struggle of dreams.
  90. London Calling
    Unlike the comedy, Ungar does know how to shoot action decently well, and it's in those scenes when the film momentarily comes alive.
  91. Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires
    Something only Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires could do is explore the important role that gods play in the story. Yohualli Coatl is the chosen figure of the Aztec bat god Tzinacan. The inclusion of the gods and that mystic origin of the Dark Knight make this story distinct, mysterious, and a treat to slowly unravel.
  92. The Jester 2
    I can't deny Krawchuk has absolutely improved on some of his missteps from the first film, but in his apparent effort to pull from the success of Terrifier 2, he learned the wrong lessons regarding mythology pacing and crafting a compelling final girl, making this slasher sequel another learning experience rather than a celebration.
  93. Xeno
    Xeno doesn't make any gross missteps, but it doesn't have the juice to stand the test of time.
  94. 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.
  95. Ozzy: No Escape From Now
    If you think you know Ozzy Osbourne, you won't get the complete picture without watching this essential portrait of the rock n' roll god.
  96. Maintenance Required
    Petsch and Scipio are both extremely attractive and breezy performers, but, the film is as sputtery as an old car on the fritz, failing to update its cinematic lineage in any conceivably positive way.
  97. 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.
  98. Stay
    The twist is sufficiently tragic, but it is also mawkish. The structure is misguided.
  99. Vindication Swim
    What results is an utter slog from start to finish.
  100. Good News
    Ultimately, the film is successful in having its cake and eating it too. It is both a tense political thriller and a crackling satire of drunken power. The comedy of the first two-thirds becomes the horror in the last, as these people’s willful ignorance of danger becomes terrifying in its potential repercussions.
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