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4/5
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The Marvels
(2023)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Here is a film that proves that superhero fatigue hasn’t won just yet. It just takes a fresh and exciting film like this to get us all hooked again.
Posted Nov 09, 2023
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2/5
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The Exorcist: Believer
(2023)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Unfortunately, all our collective demon-filled fears have come to a reality with The Exorcist: Believer – a lackluster “new chapter” that fundamentally misunderstands this iconic franchise.
Posted Oct 04, 2023
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5/5
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Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio
(2022)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Pinocchio is truly a marvel and easily one of del Toro's best movies to date. It will make you laugh, cry, sing, and then cry again.
Posted Sep 25, 2023
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3/5
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Barbarian
(2022)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Barbarian is a flick that shines with potential and still manages to stand as a worthy watch for any fan of the horror genre.
Posted Sep 25, 2023
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2/5
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The Nun II
(2023)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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The Nun 2 is a massive improvement from its 2018 predecessor but is ultimately hampered by its script and abundance of cheap scares. Valak’s role in the IP is still as confused as ever.
Posted Sep 07, 2023
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3/5
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See How They Run
(2022)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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A light-hearted watch packed with charm and a stacked talented cast, we can forgive most of its mistakes because, yes, it is just that delightful.
Posted Aug 18, 2023
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3/5
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Beast
(2022)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Beast is filled with appreciation for South Africa and plenty of fun action scenes, but its script stops it from reaching its true potential.
Posted Aug 18, 2023
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2/5
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Orphan: First Kill
(2022)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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While watching Orphan: First Kill, you can't help but feel as if it's being strangled by its own reverence to the original movie. From the 2000s reminiscent cinematography that replicates the cold tones of the 2009 film, to the step-by-step script.
Posted Aug 18, 2023
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4/5
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Bullet Train
(2022)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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And let's just say with all these stunts, gore and adrenaline-inducing sequences, it is hard to be bored.
Posted Aug 18, 2023
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2/5
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Meg 2: The Trench
(2023)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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All the moments to love in the Meg 2 were done before and done better in The Meg.
Posted Aug 04, 2023
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3/5
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The Black Phone
(2021)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Derrickson has succeeded in making a film that is definitely worth any horror fan's time. Is it a new classic? No, but by hell, it is one fun ride.
Posted Jul 31, 2023
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2/5
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Jurassic World Dominion
(2022)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Written by Trevorrow and Emily Carmichael, Jurassic World's narrative is an oddball situation, and almost feels as if two films have been haphazardly mashed together.
Posted Jul 31, 2023
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3/5
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Elvis
(2022)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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There is no doubt in my mind that Elvis is a fine tribute that many fans won't regret watching, but it just gets in its own way and doesn't manage to stand as an exceptional one.
Posted Jul 31, 2023
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3/5
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The Bob's Burgers Movie
(2022)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Whether you have seen all the episodes of Bob’s Burgers or none, there is no denying the absolute wholesomeness that watching this movie will impart on your soul.
Posted Jul 31, 2023
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4/5
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem
(2023)
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Tom Beasley
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Forget Barbenheimer, these are the mutant hybrids we want to spend time with this summer.
Posted Jul 28, 2023
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5/5
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Everything Everywhere All at Once
(2022)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Everything Everywhere All at Once will remind you of why you love cinema. It is fresh, creative, and will leave you laughing and shedding some tears.
Posted Jul 27, 2023
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4/5
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Sonic the Hedgehog 2
(2022)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Charmingly referencing several videogames in the series, while also delivering on laughs, and a wholesome story, here is a kids movie that is everything I expected in the best possible and predictable way.
Posted Jul 27, 2023
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3/5
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Cyrano
(2021)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Wright has proven once again that if you need a historical romance or a period drama fantasy, he is your guy.
Posted Jul 27, 2023
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2/5
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Uncharted
(2022)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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With a predictable plot, rudimentary puzzles, and strawman characters, Uncharted never manages to find its narrative bearings.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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4/5
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The Eyes of Tammy Faye
(2021)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Chastain manages to capture the perfect balance of strength and vulnerability as she portrays Tammy fighting to achieve her dreams and smiling through the judgments of society who criticize her age, gender, and sex life.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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3/5
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Scream
(2022)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Long story short, it does feel as if it has all been done before and that the promising new directors are still trying to find their footing in filling in Craven’s massive shoes. But it’s hard to keep a self-aware slasher down on the entertainment front.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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4/5
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Memoria
(2021)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Weerasethakul expertly manipulates our auditory senses to make us feel fear, peace, and anxiety as we watch his feature.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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3/5
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The Advent Calendar
(2020)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Holiday horror isn't easy to come by, and The Advent Calendar may feel slow in places but will never leave you feeling bored.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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3/5
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Encanto
(2021)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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A heartfelt watch that families will undoubtedly latch onto.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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3/5
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Eternals
(2021)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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There are plenty of good ideas here, singular moments to love and appreciate. But at the end of the day, the writing for Eternals trips itself up.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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4/5
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Belfast
(2021)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Belfast, at its heart, stands as a brilliantly performed, delicately written family drama that is a delight to watch.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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3/5
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Dear Evan Hansen
(2021)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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When you are force-fed exactly what to feel and witness important social issues being used as placeholders for plot repeatedly without further investigation, you can’t help but question the sincerity of this musical flick’s messages.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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4/5
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Belle
(2021)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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A film that anyone who appreciates animation won’t want to miss.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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3/5
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Venom: Let There Be Carnage
(2021)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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It’s still a bizarre, messy and disjointed ride. But, despite its failings, it is a smile-inducing entry.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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4/5
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Spencer
(2021)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Larrain exceeds expectations, as he experiments with surreal narrative elements and ultimately gives us a striking Diana story that we’ve never seen before.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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2/5
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Come Play
(2020)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Unlike the films it tries to draw upon, Come Play lacks the deep world-building and characterisation it needs to keep viewers intrigued.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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4/5
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Candyman
(2021)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Nia DaCosta does a fabulous job at modernising Candyman; the gore, violent sequences, and general atmosphere are almost suffocating.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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4/5
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Pig
(2021)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Pig may not be for everyone, but it is still worth the watch. It is a gentle, slow-burn movie, that while not perfect and a bit messy in some places, is undeniably a great piece of cinema.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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4/5
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The Croods: A New Age
(2020)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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The film is like watching a rollercoaster ride; it’s wildly entertaining, and its humour manages to hit the mark, being legitimately funny through the surrealism.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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3/5
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Free Guy
(2021)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Yes, it may feel a bit like a marketing ploy and a deliberate crowd-pleaser in parts, but at least it is a damn entertaining one.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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3/5
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Old
(2021)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Questionable conclusions aside, you still can’t deny the beautiful simplicity of Old’s concept or the cast’s stellar performances throughout the feature.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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2/5
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Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins
(2021)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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With a confusing plot, a large amount of shaky cam, and some dated ninja clichés sprinkled throughout its excessive runtime, Snake Eyes never really finds its narrative footing.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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3/5
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The Forever Purge
(2021)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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It’s a decently fun movie that hints towards a whole new Purge storyline in the future, but in the grand scheme of things, it isn’t anything revolutionary.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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3/5
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Freaky
(2020)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Despite its unique plot angle and a stunningly hilarious lead performance by Vince Vaughn, Freaky is a film that, while staying wacky, also stays safe, sticking to puns and cheap jump scares rather than exploring its ideas.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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2/5
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Kindred
(2020)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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With an overreliance on classical music and loud sound effects for jump scares, and the strange decision to keep its female-centric themes at arm’s length, unfortunately, Kindred just isn’t all that scary.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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2/5
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The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard
(2021)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Despite some jokes that land, charmingly goofy editing, and even an enjoyable pun or two, the film’s writing can only be described as a classic kerfuffle.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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4/5
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One Piece Film Red
(2022)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Packed with musical numbers and vibrant fight sequences, the movie, while perhaps lost on some new fans, is a striking character-piece and a visual treat for any Straw Hat enthusiast.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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3/5
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Strange World
(2022)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Despite being rough around the edges, the film ultimately succeeds in what it is trying to deliver – a fresh take on classic adventure stories.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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3/5
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The Pale Blue Eye
(2022)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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The Pale Blue Eye is beautiful, and its script coherent and clean. While its story may not inspire a second watch, it is a film that relishes in its tone, atmosphere, and aesthetics.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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3/5
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A Man Called Otto
(2022)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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The drama movie is touching but never truly remarkable.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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4/5
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Tár
(2022)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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TAR is an actor's movie that should be celebrated. It is beautifully put together and performed and, despite its length, is wholly worth a watch.
Posted Jul 25, 2023
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4/5
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Sword Art Online the Movie: Progressive - Scherzo of Deep Night
(2022)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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This is truly a film for the fans, and if you are up to date with Asuna and Kirito’s story, you won’t just be satisfied with this new entry, Scherzo of Deep Night will also make you incredibly excited for whatever will be coming next.
Posted Jul 23, 2023
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2/5
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Magic Mike's Last Dance
(2023)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Strange storytelling devices plague the drama movie that, even if you are the kind of fan who purely watches Magic Mike for its sexy sequences and aren’t fussed about story, gets in the way of enjoyment.
Posted Jul 23, 2023
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2/5
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Champions
(2023)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Once you push past all the sentimentality, Champions struggles to stand out from the typical sports movie tropes and feels, dare I say, hollow in its representation.
Posted Jul 23, 2023
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4/5
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Scream VI
(2023)
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Emma-Jane Betts
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Scream 6 feels closer to Craven’s original tense but immensely fun approach to the franchise than ever before while also offering enough fresh changes.
Posted Jul 23, 2023
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