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Samantha Ladwig

Samantha Ladwig's reviews only count toward the Tomatometer® when published at Tomatometer-approved publication(s).

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The Long Dumb Road (2018) 74% 4/5 EDIT “Falls prey to predictability. But what the film lacks in surprises, it makes up for with fresh jokes, engaging narrative, and solid performances...” – Bust Magazine Nov 9, 2018 Full Review Sadie (2018) 78% EDIT “It's a moving meditation on the consequences of brutish escapism.” – Bust Magazine Oct 12, 2018 Full Review The Bookshop (2017) 57% 2/5 EDIT “The book doesn't translate well onscreen. Its unnecessary narration squeezes the life out of its actors, leaving them little to work with, and thus not making use of their talent.” – Bust Magazine Sep 14, 2018 Full Review The Year of Spectacular Men (2017) 65% 2/5 EDIT “The narrative sloppily whizzes through character introductions, making the sometimes-comical hodgepodge of plot points seem unmotivated and nonsensical.” – Bust Magazine Jun 18, 2018 Full Review On Chesil Beach (2018) 67% 2/5 EDIT “Falls prey to the "if you didn't read the book then you won't understand the movie" arc. So maybe read the book first.” – Bust Magazine Jun 7, 2018 Full Review Duck Butter (2018) 55% EDIT “Duck Butter is an entertaining film full of emotion.” – Birth.Movies.Death. Apr 23, 2018 Full Review Gemini (2017) 70% 5/5 EDIT “[Writer/director Aaron Katz] manages to flip the script by casting women in action-packed roles traditionally reserved for men in this genre, while delivering a satisfying twist that makes Gemini one of the must-see films of the season.” – Bust Magazine Apr 3, 2018 Full Review Film Stars Don't Die in Liverpool (2017) 81% 4/5 EDIT “Film Stars Don't Die in Liverpool is a rich romance that mixes Old Hollywood with new.” – Bust Magazine Dec 27, 2017 Full Review The Post (2017) 88% 4/5 EDIT “If you're looking for an inspirational boost this December, The Post is a good place to start.” – Bust Magazine Dec 21, 2017 Full Review Fits and Starts (2017) 67% 3/5 EDIT “Fits and Starts is a hilarious interpretation of modern artistry.” – Bust Magazine Dec 6, 2017 Full Review Wind River (2017) 87% 4/5 EDIT “Wind River provides all of the essentials of an exciting thriller while calling attention to an unspoken problem in need of addressing.” – Bust Magazine Aug 4, 2017 Full Review My Entire High School Sinking Into the Sea (2016) 84% EDIT “At only 72 minutes, My Entire High School Sinking Into the Sea manages to undo and examine more teen angst than you would expect from an animated, coming of age, disaster movie.” – Birth.Movies.Death. Apr 11, 2017 Full Review Maggie's Plan (2015) 86% EDIT “Maggie's Plan highlights Moore's comedic capabilities, which we unfortunately don't get to see very often. And Gerwig proves that her quirky attitude is not limited to one role but can change and morph to showcase her talents.” – Birth.Movies.Death. Apr 11, 2017 Full Review The Handmaiden (2016) 96% 9/10 EDIT “The Handmaiden is a captivating and beautiful story of two underestimated women manipulating the manipulators.” – IGN Movies Oct 17, 2016 Full Review Finding Dory (2016) 94% EDIT “What the film lacks in thoroughness though, it makes up for in humor, cute creatures, and marine life fun facts.” – Bust Magazine Oct 5, 2016 Full Review The Lobster (2015) 87% EDIT “The Lobster wonderfully kick-starts a new year in movies with its breathtaking cinematography, performances, score, and storyline. Although it has a male lead, the film's story is driven by women.” – Bust Magazine Oct 5, 2016 Full Review Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children (2016) 65% 7.2/10 EDIT “Although the story falters its way to the end, Miss Peregrine's technical aspects manage to intrigue you enough to make it worthwhile.” – IGN Movies Sep 28, 2016 Full Review Hell or High Water (2016) 97% 9/10 EDIT “What the film lacks in flash it makes up for in cinematography. What could have been a very plain-looking film with its flat, dusty lands is beautifully captured with wide shots and a breathtaking yellow and blue color palette.” – IGN Movies Aug 18, 2016 Full Review Kubo and the Two Strings (2016) 97% 7.5/10 EDIT “The technicalities, animation, and effort behind the film prove that this past summer movie season wasn't a total flop.” – IGN Movies Aug 15, 2016 Full Review The Little Prince (2015) 92% 8.5/10 EDIT “The Little Prince is a beautiful tribute to a timeless book.” – IGN Movies Aug 5, 2016 Full Review Phantom Boy (2015) 88% 7.5/10 EDIT “Despite its length and less than satisfying story, Phantom Boy excels in its artistry and craft” – IGN Movies Jul 28, 2016 Full Review Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates (2016) 38% 5.5/10 EDIT “Quickly fizzles out when it becomes apparent that what's being shown on-screen is less than necessary to the story's development.” – IGN Movies Jul 6, 2016 Full Review Swiss Army Man (2016) 73% 8/10 EDIT “Dano and Radcliffe's performances are an absolute delight.” – IGN Movies Jun 30, 2016 Full Review
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