Movie Reviews

Movie reviews are our specialty and passion. We deliver ratings and insights on films of all genres and sizes—from blockbuster hits to independent gems and streaming platform originals. Here is our extensive collection of reviews where we give our final opinion on many movies.

We also do TV Reviews too.

The Commando review – a risible crime drama that needed more action

January 8 2022, by Jonathon Wilson

I’m quite a simple man, so perhaps I’m in the minority in wanting actors who’re very good at one specific thing to just stick to...

The Kindred review – meandering, convoluted psychological thriller

January 8 2022, by Jonathon Wilson

This review of The Kindred is spoiler-free. Jamie Patterson’s The Kindred is playing in all kinds of familiar genre territory. Part supernatural thriller, part new-baby...

The Matrix Resurrections review – a messy, soulless cash grab

January 8 2022, by Louie Fecou

I find it incredible that The Matrix Resurrections was even made. Sure there was an opportunity to try and bring a fourth Matrix movie to...

The Wasteland (2021) Review – Ambiguous, Metaphorical Spanish Horror

January 7 2022, by Jonathon Wilson

Judging by the critical reception, it seems I like David Casademunt’s The Wasteland more than most do, which is as much a surprise to me...

The 355 review – a dull, bloated bore

January 7 2022, by M.N. Miller

This review of the film The 355 does not contain spoilers. My God, Simon Kinberg has written some awful movies. I mean, some of the...

‘Four to Dinner’ Review – Not Worth Delaying Dinner to Watch

January 6 2022, by Jonathon Wilson

Four to Dinner is a Netflix Italian rom-com to come streaming on the site. In a tale of who truly loves who, Four to Dinner...

Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts review – that same old magic

January 2 2022, by Jonathon Wilson

Only rarely will one ever encounter a piece of media so finely calibrated to evoke nostalgia. For anyone who came of age alongside or slightly...

‘Chief Daddy 2: Going for Broke’ Review – An Absurd Comedy With No Plot

January 2 2022, by Jonathon Wilson

“The most important thing in life will always be family.” From The Fast and the Furious series, this quote from Dominic Toretto summarizes the surface...

The Lost Daughter (2021) Review

December 30 2021, by M.N. Miller

Directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal, we review the Netflix film The Lost Daughter, which does not contain spoilers. Maggie Gyllenhaal‘s directorial debut and adaptation of Elena...

‘Minnal Murali’ Review – A New Superhero is Born

December 27 2021, by Jonathon Wilson

In the age of cinema, where superhero films are rampaging through the box office, Malayali filmmaker Basil Joseph comes with a fresh take and originality...

‘Stand by Me Doraemon 2’ Review – An Emotional Coming-Of-Age Anime

December 27 2021, by Jonathon Wilson

When I was a kid, I used to switch between the TV channels to watch appropriate anime shows. At that time, Doraemon was always my...

‘Vicky and Her Mystery’ Review – A Fantastic, Family-Friendly Adventure Film

December 24 2021, by Romey Norton

Netflix released this wonderful film based on a true story, Vicky and Her Mystery. After the death of his wife, Stéphane and his 8-year-old daughter...

‘1000 Miles From Christmas’ Review – Joyful But Standard Christmas Fodder

December 24 2021, by Kira Comerford

1000 Miles From Christmas follows Raúl (Tamar Novas), an auditor who hates Christmas, would you believe? Every year, he books a holiday trip to avoid...

‘Grumpy Christmas’ Review – Don Servando Returns in Mexican Christmas Flick

December 21 2021, by Romey Norton

Are we ever going to have too many Christmas films? The answer is, no. Each year we’re blessed with more and more Christmas flicks and...

Licorice Pizza review – an invigorating comedy that has a surprising amount of depth

December 20 2021, by M.N. Miller

This review of the film Licorice Pizza does not contain spoilers. I can think of only a two directors today who can tackle almost any...

Sing 2 review – lacks an underlying heart

December 20 2021, by M.N. Miller

This review of the film Sing 2 does not contain spoilers.  This week, the eclectic America’s Got Talent animal and the amphibian troupe are back...

Swan Song (2021) review – a meditative science-fiction about life and death

December 18 2021, by Jonathon Wilson

This review of the Apple TV+ film Swan Song (2021) does not contain spoilers.  Benjamin Cleary’s debut feature Swan Song is set in a futuristic setting, where...

‘A California Christmas: City Lights’ Review – Romantic and Easy to Watch

December 17 2021, by Romey Norton

Netflix film A California Christmas: City Lights is the first sequel to A California Christmas (also on Netflix). This story follows Callie and Joseph one...