Lauren Bradshaw
Tomatometer-approved critic
Movies reviews only
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Cocaine Bear (2023) |
Cocaine Bear is a movie that should be seen in a crowded theater to bask in the collective cringes, "oh nos", and gasps of fellow audience members. Entertaining, brutal, absurd, and hilarious... this movie rocks! - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Feb 24, 2023
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Knock at the Cabin (2023) |
Claustrophobic, brutal, and suspenseful, this horror-thriller is going to have you on the edge of your seat the entire time, not only questioning what is real, but also wondering when the big twist Shyamalan is known for will come... if it ever does. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Feb 03, 2023
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Infinity Pool (2023) |
Infinity Pool is not for everyone, but I love its cerebral script, originality, weirdness, and the way it's a movie you've never seen before. Mia Goth once again proves she is the horror genre’s most talented new scream queen. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Jan 28, 2023
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Run Rabbit Run (2023) |
Despite a phenomenal performance from Sarah Snook, Run Rabbit Run struggles to be consistently thrilling, with repetitive scenes that cause the second act to drag. Still, its heavy final act will stick with you. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Jan 25, 2023
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Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio (2022) |
GUILLERMO DEL TORO'S PINOCCHIO is a stop-motion musical marvel and one of the best movies of the year. It is a cinematic feat that is not just for children, it is for everyone. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Dec 11, 2022
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Empire of Light (2022) |
Despite Roger Deakins’ gorgeous cinematography and another phenomenal performance from Olivia Colman, Empire of Light cannot overcome writer/director Sam Mendes’ disjointed screenplay. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Dec 06, 2022
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Falling for Christmas (2022) |
No one in the film is under the illusion that FALLING FOR CHRISTMAS is anything more than a feel-good holiday romp in the snow that will be fun to watch from your couch with a nice cup of hot chocolate. Lohan's natural charm and humor shine. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Nov 11, 2022
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Causeway (2022) |
Instead of relying on flashbacks, Causeway lets you see and hear the trauma and raw emotions of PTSD in Jennifer Lawrence’s expressiveness, physicality, & interactions with those around her. Lawrence and Brian Tyree Henry's chemistry is off the charts. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Nov 04, 2022
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Aftersun (2022) |
From its gut-wrenching script and stirring cinematography to brilliant performances from the always-spectacular Paul Mescal and newcomer Frankie Corio, Aftersun is a special one. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Nov 03, 2022
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Ticket to Paradise (2022) |
Ticket to Paradise rests on the shoulders of Roberts and Clooney's star power and the appeal of seeing them reunite on-screen once again. Do not see this film for any reason other than that. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Oct 22, 2022
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The Wonder (2022) |
The Wonder is a beautifully shot, enthralling thriller that explores the conflict between fact and faith. Florence Pugh gives another phenomenal performance, holding the audience in the palm of her hand the entire time. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Oct 10, 2022
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Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical (2022) |
Matilda is not a replacement for the book or original film, but a musical, whimsical addition. Emma Thompson is deliciously evil as Miss Trunchbull, but the real heart of the film is Lashana Lynch whose 11 o'clock number brings down the house! - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Oct 06, 2022
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The Woman King (2022) |
Movies are at their best when they make you feel something, and I had tears in my eyes throughout The Woman King. Viola Davis's layered performance of stoicism and fierceness is one of her best, but it's the incredible Lashana Lynch who steals the movie. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Sep 16, 2022
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See How They Run (2022) |
See How They Run is an entertaining, tongue-in-cheek love letter to whodunnits and a film that will get even better with multiple viewings, revealing new clues you may have missed. Saoirse Ronan and Sam Rockwell have amazing, hilarious chemistry. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Sep 10, 2022
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Bullet Train (2022) |
Despite a chaotic, bloated plot and too many forced jokes, Bullet Train has awesome action scenes and is overall entertaining. Brad Pitt may be the "star," but Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Brian Tyree Henry are the best parts of the film. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Aug 05, 2022
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The Gray Man (2022) |
With an all-star cast, high-octane action scenes, and edge of your seat thrills, The Gray Man is an entertaining blockbuster that you can enjoy from the comfort of your sofa. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Jul 15, 2022
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Where the Crawdads Sing (2022) |
If you manage expectations, Where The Crawdads Sing is an entertaining enough summer romance, with elements of a whodunit that may or may not surprise you in the final act. Daisy Edgar-Jones is phenomenal. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Jul 15, 2022
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Gone in the Night (2022) |
Just when you feel like you have a handle of what is going on, writer/director Eli Horowitz pivots to make the action something else entirely. And as a movie fan, that makes for an exhilarating, fun experience. Winona Ryder shines. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Jul 15, 2022
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Thor: Love and Thunder (2022) |
Fun, hilarious, and silly, Taika Waititi once again makes an entertaining Marvel film in Thor: Love and Thunder. Bale may be the scariest-looking villain yet. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Jul 08, 2022
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The Forgiven (2021) |
Despite an attempt to skewer the 1%, colonialism, and the appalling way the West views Arab identity and culture, THE FORGIVEN never really hits the mark. Still, Chastain and Fiennes give notably solid performances. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Jul 01, 2022
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Elvis (2022) |
ELVIS, directed by the wonderfully flashy Baz Luhrmann, is as glitzy and dazzling as Elvis Presley himself. Austin Butler knocks it out of the park in this brilliant, star-making performance. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Jun 24, 2022
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Top Gun: Maverick (2022) |
Top Gun: Maverick is better than its predecessor. From the rumble of the jet engines, to the amazing cockpit and fighter aircraft scenes, if you don’t see this film in an IMAX theater, you are doing yourself and the film a huge disservice - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted May 28, 2022
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Men (2022) |
Men certainly will be divisive with audiences, particularly the trippy third act. Still, the overall message of the film and its originality overcomes any of that; Garland is swinging for the fences. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted May 13, 2022
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Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022) |
"Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" is going to be polarizing. Part chaotic action film, part horror film, this has Sam Raimi’s name all over it, but the scattered tones prevent the film from fully coming together in the end. Olsen shines. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted May 06, 2022
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The Northman (2022) |
The Northman is an intense, nail biter that is going to leave a lasting mark on the epic period drama. With gorgeous cinematography and phenomenal performances from Skarsgard, Taylor-Joy, and Kidman, this is a film you should see in theaters. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Apr 21, 2022
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Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore (2022) |
The Secrets of Dumbledore is the best film in the Fantastic Beasts franchise, but that's not saying much. It vacillates between being an absorbing, gritty film to overstaying its welcome with an almost 2.5 hour runtime. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Apr 15, 2022
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All the Old Knives (2022) |
All The Old Knives is a sexy, slow-burn espionage thriller, with a twisty, cerebral script that will keep you guessing until the very end. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Apr 08, 2022
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Mothering Sunday (2021) |
Mothering Sunday is a steamy, welcomed contribution to the period romance genre, with a distinctly female point of view that is imperative in a story like this. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Mar 25, 2022
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The Cursed (2021) |
The Cursed has great atmosphere and style, but its creepy premise is at times lost in overly long periods of exposition and build-up. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Feb 17, 2022
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Help (2021) |
Help is an important, eye-opening film about the COVID pandemic, as well as a tribute to those who sacrificed everything. Comer is exceptional, giving one of her best performances yet. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Feb 01, 2022
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After Yang (2021) |
After Yang is admittedly a cerebral slow-burn. Still, it is a beautifully shot movie, with themes that stick with you, especially being present and what it is to be human. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Jan 25, 2022
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Am I OK? (2022) |
Am I OK? was created by women, for women. It is a beautiful celebration of close female friendships and a reflection on self-discovery in your 30s. Johnson is as hilarious as she is charming. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Jan 25, 2022
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Cha Cha Real Smooth (2022) |
Cha Cha Real Smooth is a heartfelt, romantic dramedy that focuses on self-growth, learning to love, and celebrating differences. More than that, it's very charming. Dakota Johnson shines. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Jan 24, 2022
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Lucy and Desi (2022) |
Lucy and Desi is a masterpiece. It is not only the definitive work on Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz's relationship, but a moving love letter to the two most instrumental figures in TV history. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Jan 23, 2022
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Dual (2022) |
Dual is an original, creative sci-fi film with a smart and unpredictable script that will leave you guessing until the final frame. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Jan 23, 2022
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Breaking (2022) |
892 is an intensely engaging true story, highlighting the many issues facing our veterans, including lack of support and mental health. Boyega gives a career-best performance. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Jan 22, 2022
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Fresh (2022) |
Fresh is one of the most twisted, original horror film I've seen. My jaw was on the floor 30 minutes in and has remained so ever since. Sebastian Stan and Daisy Edgar-Jones are brilliant. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Jan 21, 2022
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When You Finish Saving the World (2022) |
When You Finish Saving The World is not bad, it's just not terribly memorable, despite strong performances from Julianne Moore and Finn Wolfhard. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Jan 21, 2022
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Scream (2022) |
Scream is a bloody good time and entertaining from beginning to end, inviting audiences to cheer on our scream queens, laugh at the inside jokes... and think twice about answering the phone. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Jan 14, 2022
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The 355 (2022) |
The 355 may not be the most memorable espionage thriller, but it checks the boxes of what I want to see in a spy film, including a great cast and entertaining action scenes. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Jan 07, 2022
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West Side Story (2021) |
Spielberg's West Side Story does not feel like a money-grabbing remake, but instead a love letter that acknowledges the story's problems, while celebrating one of the best musicals of all time. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Dec 11, 2021
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Thor: Ragnarok (2017) |
If it were up to me, Thor: Ragnarok would be named Cate Blanchett: Goddess of Cinema! - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Nov 21, 2021
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The Mountain Between Us (2017) |
The Mountain Between Us is an enthralling story from start to finish, one even more captivating to watch thanks to the captivating cinematography and excellent performances from Winslet and Elba. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Nov 21, 2021
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Tomb Raider (2018) |
An action-packed origin story of Lara Croft, Tomb Raider focuses less on objectifying our heroine and more on a realistic, entertaining adventure. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Nov 21, 2021
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Annihilation (2018) |
Annihilation proves writer/director Alex Garland's exhilarating filmmaking style is a breath of fresh air to the science-fiction genre and Hollywood altogether. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Nov 21, 2021
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Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018) |
If you don't think you'll enjoy watching 2+ hours of dinosaurs dying in every depressing, horrible way possible, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom probably is not for you. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Nov 21, 2021
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Ant-Man and The Wasp (2018) |
Ant-Man And The Wasp is an ideal popcorn flick that is perfect escapism. The film is heartfelt, hilarious, action-packed and is the first Marvel film to have a female superhero in its title! - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Nov 21, 2021
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The Power of the Dog (2021) |
Jane Campion's The Power of the Dog zigs when you think it is going to zag, which truly is refreshing. Cumberbatch and Dunst give the best performances of their careers. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Nov 19, 2021
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Belfast (2021) |
It is not every day that a special movie like Belfast comes along, a movie with enormous heart that serves as a love letter to writer-director Kenneth Branagh's family, neighborhood, and country. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Nov 11, 2021
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Wilson (2017) |
Harrelson and Dern's performances inevitably outshine their source material, as the film's sloppy third act will leave you with a bad taste in your mouth. - Fangirl Freakout
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| Posted Nov 05, 2021
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