Chris Agar
Movies reviews only
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Spiderhead (2022) |
Spiderhead blends interesting concepts with strong performances from the cast to craft a fascinating, if thin, sci-fi thriller.
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| Posted Jun 13, 2022
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Deep Water (2022) |
The end result isn't very compelling. Deep Water is a dull and bland thriller held back by a weak script that even Affleck and de Armas can't save.
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| Posted Mar 16, 2022
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The Adam Project (2022) |
The Adam Project is a charming and fun sci-fi throwback, fueled by a strong script and one of Reynolds' best performances. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Mar 10, 2022
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Kimi (2022) |
KIMI is bolstered by Zoe Kravitz's central performance and Soderbergh's technical prowess to deliver a modern-age, fast-paced thriller. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Feb 11, 2022
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Munich: The Edge of War (2021) |
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. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Jan 21, 2022
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The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021) |
The Tragedy of Macbeth is a visually stunning and faithful Shakespearean adaptation fueled by captivating performances from its stars. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Dec 24, 2021
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Last Night in Soho (2021) |
Last Night in Soho is a stylish and thrilling work from Wright, bolstered by an impressive lead performance from Thomasin McKenzie. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Oct 29, 2021
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Cry Macho (2021) |
Cry Macho is a fairly standard Western hampered by a thin story, which prevents it from reaching the heights of Eastwood's storied filmography. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Sep 18, 2021
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Space Jam: A New Legacy (2021) |
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. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Jul 18, 2021
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The Tomorrow War (2021) |
The Tomorrow War boasts an interesting setup and solid performances by the cast, but it still comes across as unremarkable, if standard, genre fare. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Jul 05, 2021
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Nobody (2021) |
Nobody delivers plenty of hard-hitting action audiences expect, but the story lacks the emotional impact for the film to truly connect with viewers. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Mar 22, 2021
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Cherry (2021) |
Cherry is a fairly standard drama that hits the expected beats, but is still elevated by Holland's strong lead performance. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Feb 25, 2021
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Malcolm & Marie (2021) |
Malcolm & Marie serves as a powerful showcase for its two stars, with Washington and Zendaya elevating the script to compelling results. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Jan 26, 2021
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Locked Down (2021) |
Locked Down is an average drama that relies on the strengths of its two lead actors to help elevate it above its various shortcomings. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Jan 14, 2021
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The Midnight Sky (2020) |
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. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Dec 23, 2020
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News of the World (2020) |
News of the World is a standard Western with a predictable story, though it's elevated by Hanks and Helena Zengel's performances. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Dec 22, 2020
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Tenet (2020) |
Tenet is a fascinating and exciting sci-fi thriller bolstered by Nolan's grand vision for action and strong performances from the cast. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Dec 15, 2020
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Mank (2020) |
Mank is a wonderfully crafted and well-acted ode to a bygone era carried by Fincher's vision and Gary Oldman's standout performance. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Dec 03, 2020
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Dreamland (2019) |
Dreamland is a fairly straightforward crime saga that doesn't reinvent the wheel, but is still enjoyable thanks to Robbie and its production values. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Nov 17, 2020
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Synchronic (2019) |
Synchronic is an interesting, if standard, drama that gets by on the strength of Anthony Mackie's performance and a strong third act. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Oct 23, 2020
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The Trial of the Chicago 7 (2020) |
The Trial of the Chicago 7 makes for an entertaining and compelling courtroom drama, bolstered by Sorkin's script and strong performances. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Oct 16, 2020
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I'm Thinking of Ending Things (2020) |
I'm Thinking of Ending Things is a suitably eerie and creepy psychological thriller that ultimately never comes together as a comprehensible whole. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Aug 28, 2020
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An American Pickle (2020) |
An American Pickle is a fun, fleeting buddy comedy that stretches its humorous premise a bit too thin, minimizing the story's impact. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Aug 03, 2020
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The Beach House (2019) |
The Beach House has some suitably creepy moments, but it's ultimately hamstrung by an underdeveloped script that fails to connect with the audience. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Jul 08, 2020
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Da 5 Bloods (2020) |
Da 5 Bloods is proof the Vietnam War genre is still ripe for fascinating stories, thanks to great performances and Lee being at the top of his craft. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Jun 13, 2020
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Capone (2020) |
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. - Screen Rant
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| Posted May 11, 2020
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Beastie Boys Story (2020) |
Beastie Boys Story is a fun exploration of the band's history through Ad-Roc and Mike D's eyes, but it may not be as comprehensive as some hoped. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Apr 29, 2020
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Jump Shot: The Kenny Sailors Story (2019) |
Jump Shot is an important basketball history lesson, shining a light on one of the game's unsung heroes who deserves more recognition. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Apr 17, 2020
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The Way Back (2020) |
The Way Back is an emotional drama bolstered by Affleck's fantastic performance, O'Connor's deft hand, and a well-rounded screenplay. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Mar 07, 2020
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Blumhouse's Fantasy Island (2020) |
Fantasy Island is a rare misfire for Blumhouse, putting a dull horror spin on the property that gets increasingly ridiculous as it moves along. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Feb 15, 2020
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Horse Girl (2020) |
Horse Girl features a great lead performance by Brie, but its narrative and core themes are too scattershot to make much of an impact on viewers. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Feb 10, 2020
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Just Mercy (2019) |
Just Mercy is a powerful, if standard, tale of fighting for justice, buoyed by director Destin Daniel Cretton's steady hand and solid performances. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Jan 12, 2020
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Inherit the Viper (2019) |
Inherit the Viper is a standard crime film that is somewhat bolstered by the family dynamic at its center and some solid performances. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Jan 10, 2020
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A. I. Tales (2019) |
5 Galaxies is a muddled lineup of sci-fi shorts that struggles to live up to whatever intriguing potential they may have on-paper. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Dec 13, 2019
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Marriage Story (2019) |
Marriage Story is a poignant and heartbreaking portrait of love falling apart, fueled by powerhouse performances and a gripping screenplay. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Dec 07, 2019
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Togo (2019) |
Togo is an emotional tribute to real-life heroes, as well as a moving story about the affecting bond between a man and his loyal dog. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Dec 07, 2019
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The Irishman (2019) |
The Irishman is another outstanding cinematic accomplishment from Scorsese, featuring a talented cast and crew firing on all cylinders. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Nov 26, 2019
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A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (2019) |
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood is a touching tale of love and forgiveness, bolstered by Hanks' impressive turn as Rogers. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Nov 22, 2019
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Midway (2019) |
Midway works as a touching tribute to those who turned the tide in the Pacific, though it's hamstrung by an underwhelming script. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Nov 08, 2019
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The King (2019) |
The King is a handsome period piece featuring a strong turn from Timothée Chalamet, but ultimately feels like less than the sum of its parts. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Nov 04, 2019
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Holiday Hell (2019) |
Holiday Hell is a fun, if fleeting, deviation from the traditional Christmas movie with suitably hammy performances and thrills. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Nov 01, 2019
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The Laundromat (2019) |
The Laundromat is a scattered, disappointing effort by Soderbergh that fails to make the most its source material and talented ensemble. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Oct 22, 2019
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El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie (2019) |
El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie is a satisfying and emotional epilogue to the TV drama, featuring another standout performance by Paul. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Oct 12, 2019
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The True Don Quixote (2019) |
The True Don Quixote is an offbeat and entertaining spin on the famous story, bolstered by a dedicated Tim Blake Nelson performance. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Oct 07, 2019
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Running With the Devil (2019) |
Running With the Devil is a dull, disjointed affair that unfortunately wastes the talents of its high-profile ensemble cast. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Oct 02, 2019
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Ad Astra (2019) |
Bolstered by a great Brad Pitt performance and outstanding technical filmmaking, Ad Astra is an ambitious work that doesn't quite hit all its marks. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Sep 25, 2019
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Once Upon a Time... In Hollywood (2019) |
Bolstered by strong performances and immersive production design, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is an introspective and rewarding film from Tarantino. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Sep 25, 2019
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The Fanatic (2019) |
The Fanatic is a bizarre, and only fleetingly entertaining, thriller that struggles to find its footing and is plagued by a muddled screenplay. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Aug 29, 2019
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47 Meters Down: Uncaged (2019) |
47 Meters Down: Uncaged is the textbook definition of disposable summer entertainment, combining weak characters with intermittent thrills. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Aug 16, 2019
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The Operative (2019) |
The Operative is a bland and convoluted affair that struggles to keep the audience engaged and leaves minimal impact during its runtime. - Screen Rant
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| Posted Aug 02, 2019
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