Matthew Toomey
Matthew Toomey's reviews only count toward the Tomatometer® when published at the following Tomatometer-approved publication(s):
ABC Radio Brisbane
Movies reviews only
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Where the Crawdads Sing (2022) |
Where ihe Crawdads Sing needed a better script to fully draw me in. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jul 21, 2022
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The Black Phone (2021) |
I enjoyed the blend of drama, horror and supernatural. Such movies can become very formulaic (borrowing heavily from previous works) but this held my attention all the way through. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jul 21, 2022
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The Phantom of the Open (2021) |
Significant alterations to the story create faux-drama which makes you realise it’s a very, very loose adaptation of the Maurice Flitcroft tale. I wish it was more authentic. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jul 21, 2022
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Lost Illusions (2021) |
Lost Illusions provides an insightful look into a fascinating time. It’s captivating from start to finish! - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jun 16, 2022
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Elvis (2022) |
It takes time to warm up but Elvis provides audiences with a celebratory tribute to an iconic musician. At the very least, see it for Austin Butler's performance! - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jun 16, 2022
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Lightyear (2022) |
Lightyear won't blow you away but there are some nice touches. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jun 16, 2022
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Men (2022) |
Men is to be praised as an original, unsettling drama-thriller that takes us out of our comfort zones. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jun 16, 2022
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Jurassic World Dominion (2022) |
Jurassic World Dominion ticks a few boxes but not quite enough to make this a distinctive, original, memorable adventure. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jun 08, 2022
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A Hero (2021) |
Farhadi's latest creation is A Hero and it solidifies his reputation of creating complex stories with equally complex characters. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jun 08, 2022
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Mothering Sunday (2021) |
Mothering Sunday is an above average drama that speaks to the lingering impact of love and tragedy. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jun 08, 2022
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Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom (2019) |
It’s a rare situation where the making of the movie is just as interesting as the movie itself. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jun 08, 2022
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The Bob's Burgers Movie (2022) |
Aimed squarely at existing fans, The Bob’s Burgers Movie is a serviceable animated feature that would be considered “middle of the pack” if ranked on a list of the television episodes. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted May 24, 2022
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Top Gun: Maverick (2022) |
This is a sensational film that surpasses its predecessor in almost every way. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted May 24, 2022
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The Innocents (2021) |
It’s the kind of movie you won’t easily forget. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted May 24, 2022
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Operation Mincemeat (2021) |
Operation Mincemeat isn’t fully satisfying but it’s still an interesting yarn to add to the memory bank. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted May 24, 2022
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A Chiara (2021) |
To Chiara can’t maintain its intensity all the way through but it’s still an interesting, provocative watch. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted May 24, 2022
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Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022) |
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is more over-the-top spectacle than it is heart. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted May 08, 2022
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The Legend of Molly Johnson (2021) |
It’s easy to forget the film’s minor weaknesses when you see the tour de force lead performance from Leah Purcell. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted May 08, 2022
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Downton Abbey: A New Era (2022) |
Downton Abbey: A New Era isn’t breaking new ground but it’s still easy to watch. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted May 08, 2022
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After Yang (2021) |
Movies about robots and artificial intelligence are not new but After Yang takes interesting ideas and weaves them together into something emotional and thought-provoking. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Apr 25, 2022
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The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent (2022) |
Its a one-note idea stretched out over 107 minutes. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Apr 25, 2022
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The Good Boss (2021) |
Its great to see Bardem in such a richly comedic role and he schmoozes the audience in the same way he does those around him within the film. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Apr 25, 2022
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Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022) |
Its a rich, wonderful, audacious project that will energize audiences like a cool breeze on a hot summer day - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Apr 25, 2022
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Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore (2022) |
By a narrow margin, this is the best of the three Fantastic Beasts movies. The story is easier to follow, theres a better blend of comedy and drama, and Mikkelsen creates a worthy villain worth rooting against. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Apr 06, 2022
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Ambulance (2022) |
From the initial robbery to the long pursuit, writer Chris Fedak finds enough twists and turns to keep audiences engaged. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Apr 06, 2022
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The Bad Guys (2022) |
Id have preferred a narrative with more complexity but The Bad Guys knows its audience and knows what its trying to sell. One for the kids. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Apr 06, 2022
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The Duke (2020) |
Academy Award winner Jim Broadbent relishes the chance to play such a fun character and that same vibe will rub off on audiences. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Apr 06, 2022
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X (2022) |
Its got a decent script, an energetic cast, and lots of style. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Apr 06, 2022
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Nowhere Special (2020) |
Pasolini doesnt milk this story any harder than needed. Tears will flow regardless. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Apr 06, 2022
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It Snows in Benidorm (2020) |
It Snows in Benidorm is an interesting tale that reminds us of the importance of romance, friendships, and general human connection. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Mar 16, 2022
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Dog (2022) |
The screenplay finds it hard to straddle the line between being a light-hearted animal flick that kids can equally enjoy, and a darker tale of war, PTSD and suicide. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Mar 16, 2022
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The Batman (2022) |
Creating enough points of difference to distinguish itself from the successful Christopher Nolan-helmed Batman trilogy, The Batman is dark, interesting and a little frustrating. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Mar 02, 2022
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Blind Ambition (2021) |
If youre someone who likes seeing good things happen to good people, Blind Ambition deserves your attention. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Feb 28, 2022
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Cyrano (2021) |
Its an old-fashioned story which has been beautifully told. Like something out of a Shakespearean comedy, the characters humorously skirt around the bleeding obvious without harnessing the courage to express their inner thoughts. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Feb 28, 2022
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Flee (2021) |
Flee is an incredibly moving film that highlights the emotional scars forever carried by refugees. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Feb 28, 2022
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C'mon C'mon (2021) |
Cmon Cmon is another high point in the career of Mike Mills. The way he can make audiences care so deeply about characters in the space of two hours is a skill many other filmmakers struggle to master. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Feb 28, 2022
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Marry Me (2022) |
While Notting Hill made it look so effortless, Marry Me is mishmash of scenes that lack credibility and coherency. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Feb 09, 2022
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Drive My Car (2021) |
I love the irony that a movie which such a simple, innocuous title could offer up such complexity. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Feb 09, 2022
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Belfast (2021) |
Belfast has a big heart and much of the credit belongs to the cast and their stellar performances. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Feb 09, 2022
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The Eyes of Tammy Faye (2021) |
It's just a shame the screenplay doesn't place more scrutiny on the character or the messed-up world of evangelicalism in general. That would have made it a far more interesting production. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jan 23, 2022
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Nightmare Alley (2021) |
Nightmare Alley is an old-school tale told with precision. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jan 23, 2022
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King Richard (2021) |
It leans a little too much in one direction but King Richard also asks audiences to think about the relationship between parents and young kids when it comes to sport. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jan 23, 2022
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Spencer (2021) |
Covering a curious mix of genres, Spencer adds up to something weird, fun and interesting. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jan 23, 2022
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Parallel Mothers (2021) |
Penelope Cruz, collaborating with Pedro Almodóvar for the seventh time, relishes the chance to play a character consumed by turmoil. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jan 23, 2022
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The King's Man (2021) |
Keep your expectations low with this one. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jan 06, 2022
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Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2021) |
Ghostbusters: Afterlife pitches itself as wholesome family entertainment and delivers by offering something for all ages. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jan 06, 2022
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Red Rocket (2021) |
Not pushing any profound messages or viewpoints, Red Rocket is an absorbing character study that asks us to look at Mike and then reflect on our own existence. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jan 06, 2022
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House of Gucci (2021) |
Highlighting the pitfalls of family-run businesses, the problem with House of Gucci is its focus on the wrong people. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Jan 06, 2022
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The French Dispatch (2021) |
I've long been a fan of Wes Anderson but The French Dispatch is one of his least engaging efforts. It feels like a torrent of over-the-top narration and flashy adjectives. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Dec 19, 2021
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West Side Story (2021) |
It feels like you're watching something both old and new at the same time - and I like that vibe. - ABC Radio Brisbane
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| Posted Dec 19, 2021
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