Action/Adventure

5.8

Review: Spies in Disguise

by Tyrone Barnes on January 12, 2020

I should be kind since this is the first outing for these directors, but there’s little excuse for the horrible waste of talent here.

9.2

9.4

For those of us who’ve been wondering since the turn of the millennium exactly how the traditional form of feature film animation could possibly reclaim a place of unironic consideration in the mainstream consciousness, this is one of the best answers we [...]

6.5

6.3

Review: Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker

by Tyler Hummel on December 20, 2019

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is a hotly anticipated film, marking the end to one of cinema's most popular franchises. So does it stick the landing?

Flawed Faith: Disney, Post-Modernism and The Meaning of Star Wars

by Tyler Hummel on December 15, 2019

As the premiere of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker draws near, we question why this franchise may resonate with so many, and why it's still relevant in an ever-changing world.

4.5

Review: Star Wars Holiday Special

by Tyler Hummel on December 12, 2019

The Star Wars Holiday Special is a testimony to avarice.

7.5

Retro Review: Frozen

by Ian Hancock on December 8, 2019

With Frozen II warming the hearts of children everywhere, it's the perfect time to reflect on the film that started it all. Is Frozen as good as we remember?

7.6

8.3

Review: Frozen II

by Tyrone Barnes on December 1, 2019

Structurally, it works. Aesthetically, it dazzles. Narratively and musically, it’s seen better days.

8.0

Review: Ford vs. Ferrari

by Tyler Hummel on November 17, 2019

Ford v. Ferrari is a fun slow-burn drama for those seeking an alternative to mainstream Hollywood excess.

7.2

Review: Midway

by Tyler Hummel on November 16, 2019

I'm not sure Midway is a movie everyone would enjoy as much as I did. As a military history nerd, there's a lot of content and history here to consider, but the script is weak and littered with boiled down Hollywoodized action-movie cliches.

5.2

4.9

Review: Gemini Man

by Juliana Purnell on October 31, 2019

Gemini Man is one of those films that causes a stir; not because anyone is interested in the plot, but because of its varied formats. There are many different ways to experience this film (if you can find the right cinema), whether it’s in 3D, in 120 [...]

8.2

Retro Review: Cape Fear

by Tyler Hummel on October 31, 2019

Not every film in Martin Scorsese's filmography is perfect. Some are uneven, some are weird, some are noble misfires, and some are barely holding together at the seams at times. These movies often serve to contrast the bold heights of his immense [...]

7.3

8.3

Retro Review: Zombieland

by Ian Hancock on October 21, 2019

Following the unforgettable events of September 11, 2001, zombie-centered films surged in popularity. Scholars have speculated that their rise to cinematic prominence during the decade that followed represented a shift in Western consciousness. Namely, a [...]

7.7

Review: Abominable

by Tyrone Barnes on October 1, 2019

Just because the meal is familiar in its ingredients and arrangement, doesn’t mean it isn’t appreciable in its delivery.

6.8

Review: Once Upon a Time in Deadwood

by Tyler Hummel on September 30, 2019

The internet's favorite movie star impersonator Robert Bronzi is back with his third film to date! Following his last film Death Kiss going viral and spreading the good word of Charles Bronson action schlock, Bronzi's newest film takes his screen presence [...]

8.3

Review: Ad Astra

by Tyler Hummel on September 26, 2019

The critical consensus following the release of Ad Astra is fascinating. Amusingly it's the mirror image of the reaction that shared release day film Rambo: Last Blood received. Whereas that flick was a bloody, crowd pleasing grindhouse action romp that [...]