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Blumhouse's Fantasy Island
(2020)
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Amanda Greever
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Turn de plane around if you're planning a visit to this Fantasy Island
Posted Mar 13, 2020
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Troop Zero
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Troop Zero a great premise, but the results are underwhelming
Posted Mar 13, 2020
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Sonic the Hedgehog
(2020)
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Amanda Greever
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Despite the early misfire, Sonic is a pleasant surprise
Posted Mar 13, 2020
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All the Bright Places
(2020)
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Amanda Greever
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All the Bright Places sets a dark pace and doesn't let up.
Posted Mar 13, 2020
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The Invisible Man
(2020)
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Amanda Greever
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Invisible Man offers more than just a retread of familiar horror tropes
Posted Mar 13, 2020
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EMMA.
(2020)
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Amanda Greever
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Despite frantic pacing, Emma. is a delightful Austen adaptation.
Posted Mar 13, 2020
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Maleficent: Mistress of Evil
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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As much as I hate to say it, if you love Maleficent and her story, stop at the 2014 film or even rewatch the classic Sleeping Beauty. This sequel doesn't do the character or the Disney legacy justice.
Posted Nov 27, 2019
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Downton Abbey
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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As a feature-length movie, the film falters on a few levels, but, as the end of an era and a final goodbye, it hits all the right notes. It's extravagant, rich and exactly what you'd expect on a trip to Downton Abbey.
Posted Nov 27, 2019
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Countdown
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Countdown has jump scares galore, but that doesn't mean it's good.
Posted Nov 27, 2019
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Joker
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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It's an incredibly heavy film. It's well done, but it's heavy and leaves the viewer feeling like they've just gone 10 rounds in a heavyweight boxing match. It's mentally exhausting and desperately dark.
Posted Nov 27, 2019
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Gemini Man
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Twice the Will Smith equals one 'meh' movie with Gemini Man.
Posted Nov 27, 2019
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In the Shadow of the Moon
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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At some point, In the Shadow of the Moon just goes down a wormhole of politics and elaborate theories. It's not fun to watch, and when we finally get the big reveal of why the killer did what she did we don't care.
Posted Nov 27, 2019
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Judy
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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We are given a window into the final months of one of Hollywood's greatest stars and one of its greatest victims, as well. Hollywood has always preyed on the weak, children and women, especially. Judy was both.
Posted Nov 27, 2019
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The Addams Family
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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This isn't a film only for children or old-school fans. There's something here for everyone. It's a clever, funny movie with a message about family, even the quirky ones who we want to belittle or make fun of.
Posted Nov 27, 2019
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The Laundromat
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Unfortunately, the story itself is too busy, jumbled and more than a bit dry. I found myself watching the clock and even pausing a time or two, shocked by how little of the film I'd actually sat through.
Posted Nov 27, 2019
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Terminator: Dark Fate
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Terminator: Dark Fate features such strong female characters. Seriously, Schwarzenegger does make an appearance and while he's incredibly funny, he's not the hero of this film.
Posted Nov 27, 2019
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Harriet
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Harriet sheds light on a real-life abolitionist superhero
Posted Nov 27, 2019
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The Good Liar
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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The Good Liar is a forgettable film featuring an otherwise stellar pairing.
Posted Nov 27, 2019
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Noelle
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Noelle isn't the kind of cinematic present that is wrapped in the finest paper bearing colorful bows and ribbons. It's the gift your aunt and uncle wrapped in old newspaper. However, you'll be happy with what you find inside.
Posted Nov 27, 2019
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Playing With Fire
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Playing With Fire isn't a deep film, and it's not an Oscar winner. But, it's a film that makes you feel better for having seen it.
Posted Nov 27, 2019
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Secret Obsession
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Amnesia might not be so bad after viewing Secret Obsession
Posted Oct 03, 2019
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Spider-Man: Far From Home
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Spider-Man: Far from Home builds upon what's come before and improves those elements that needed some help. The finished product is something that is fun, funny and heartfelt.
Posted Oct 03, 2019
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The Lion King
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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The Lion King makes slight alterations to its source material, which results in a slightly more adult version. If you loved the original, chances are fairly good you'll love this one, too.
Posted Oct 03, 2019
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Men in Black: International
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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It's not a great film, and it's not even what I would consider to be a 'good' one. But, it's not meant to be. It's a fun romp through the galaxy, and Hemsworth and Thompson play off of each other beautifully.
Posted Oct 03, 2019
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Once Upon a Time... In Hollywood
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is about Tarantino's fascination with revisionism and the idea that cinema has the power to right past wrongs.
Posted Oct 03, 2019
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The Perfection
(2018)
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Amanda Greever
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For those who like their films a little darker than mainstream studios are willing to bankroll, The Perfection might be right for you. It's dirty, messy moviemaking with a message.
Posted Oct 03, 2019
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Murder Mystery
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Murder Mystery is neither a comedy nor a mystery. It's just bad behavior masquerading as mass entertainment.
Posted Oct 03, 2019
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Otherhood
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Otherhood is a sad showcase for once mighty actresses
Posted Oct 03, 2019
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Crawl
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Crawl isn't a film off which to base any logical deductions. It's also not a film you should see sober. Or at all.
Posted Oct 03, 2019
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Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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It's ridiculous fun, which is exactly why you go see one of these films. It won't win any Oscars, but it's a diverting way to spend a couple of hours.
Posted Oct 03, 2019
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Ready or Not
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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All in all, Ready or Not is a diverting, fun romp through the worst wedding ever.
Posted Oct 03, 2019
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Blinded by the Light
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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It's a story of self-discovery set to the most honest backdrop there is: music.
Posted Oct 03, 2019
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Point Blank
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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A remake can be a dangerous thing. A remake of a film that is critically acclaimed and heavily appreciated must be done well. In the case of Netflix originalPoint Blank, the film proved to be a dangerous thing, and it wasn't done well.
Posted Oct 03, 2019
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Brittany Runs a Marathon
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Brittany Runs a Marathon is a film about struggle and strife. Yes, it's also about a woman going from clinically obese to running the New York City marathon, but that's not the real struggle here. It's a film about learning to love yourself.
Posted Oct 03, 2019
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The Peanut Butter Falcon
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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The Peanut Butter Falcon takes viewers on an adventure. It makes us think, and it makes us feel. If you're like me, you'll laugh, you'll cry and you'll be glad you took a chance on a Shia LaBeouf movie.
Posted Oct 03, 2019
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Falling Inn Love
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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While you might be willing to give it a chance, Falling Inn Love will have you questioning whether Netflix's romance offerings are going to take you out on a second date, or you've got better things to do like wash your hair.
Posted Oct 03, 2019
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Hustlers
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Forget what you think it's about, because Hustlers will surprise you
Posted Oct 03, 2019
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The Kid Who Would Be King
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Kid Who Would Be King entertains but comes up short
Posted Apr 08, 2019
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What Men Want
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Despite message, What Men Want misses the comedy boat
Posted Apr 08, 2019
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Velvet Buzzsaw
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Velvet Buzzsaw just tries so hard. It wants to be artsy and on point. Unfortunately, it's all sizzle and no steak, a literal snooze-fest.
Posted Apr 08, 2019
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Alita: Battle Angel
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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The film is bloody, brutally violent and rather dull. The romance is awkward, the relationships stilted and the film's heroine rather uninteresting.
Posted Apr 08, 2019
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Thunder Road
(2018)
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Amanda Greever
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Thunder Road is only 90 minutes, and if your heart can handle a bit of emotional wreckage, it needs to go on your watch list.
Posted Apr 08, 2019
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Stan & Ollie
(2018)
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Amanda Greever
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Stan & Ollie is a film about creativity and relationships, how those two are inextricably linked, sometimes to the puzzlement and surprise of creative partners.
Posted Apr 08, 2019
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Triple Frontier
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Triple Frontier goes beyond the heist adventure
Posted Apr 08, 2019
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Captain Marvel
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Captain Marvel satisfying but takes a minute to hit its stride
Posted Apr 08, 2019
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Us
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Us succeeds, but it's almost as if Peele is trying too hard
Posted Apr 08, 2019
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Five Feet Apart
(2019)
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Amanda Greever
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Sure, it's sappy and maybe the storyline is overplayed, but this film hits you in that squishy place where your emotions live.
Posted Apr 08, 2019
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Crazy Rich Asians
(2018)
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Amanda Greever
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While Crazy Rich Asians might be mired in melodrama and unoriginal story lines, it's not a bad movie.
Posted Feb 05, 2019
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The Meg
(2018)
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Amanda Greever
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Man, I can't wait to see this one again on a lazy weekend.
Posted Feb 05, 2019
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Coco
(2017)
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Amanda Greever
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Coco is an amazing cinematic experience, and I have little doubt that it will be revered ultimately as one of the greatest achievements in film history, not just animated film history.
Posted Feb 05, 2019
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