The new sequel to the 1996 cult fave both honors its heritage and broadens its horizons.
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Our mini-reviews of ‘Friendsgiving,’ ‘Welcome to the Circle,’ ‘Emily and the Magical Journey,’ and more upcoming, off-the-beaten-path VOD titles.
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Sofia Coppola’s latest isn’t as precise (or as satisfying) as her best works, but it offers plenty of offhand pleasures nevertheless.
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Robert Zemeckis’s new take on Roald Dahl’s children’s novel offers up a wild Anne Hathaway performance… and little else of note.
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Sascha Baron Cohen’s follow-up to his 2006 megahit leans a bit too heavily on familiar shtick, but wisely adds a comic secret weapon.
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‘The Trial of the Chicago 7’ is, as expected, classic Aaron Sorkin – with all the pluses and minuses that entails.
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Spike Lee’s rollicking document of David Bryne’s Broadway concert provides a much-needed shot of live music (and joy).
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The latest direct-to-digital action extravaganza from prolific star Scott Adkins doesn’t match his best efforts, but is nevertheless a serviceable vehicle for his talents.
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Our mini-reviews of ‘Bad President,’ ‘Monster Force Zero,’ ‘Monochrome: The Chromism,” and more recent off-the-beaten-path on-demand releases.
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The Sundance drama, now streaming on HBO Max, had the raw materials for a powerful drama – and smothered them in decades-old clichés and conventions.
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This month, curious viewers can check out the ninth (!) ‘American Pie’ movie, and the seventh (!!) ‘Tremors’ film. And how are they? Wellllllll…..
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Kirsten Johnson’s documentary memoir is a creative, funny and deeply moving portrait of loss-in-process.
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