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Split (2016)

Thriller Rated PG-13

“There’s something exciting about a filmmaker scribbling away at a movie comic in his own corner…”

The Week Of (2018)

Comedy Rated NR

“Kudos, I guess, to Steve Buscemi for continuing to show up and really commit to these Sandler Netflix sillies.”

Thunder Road (2018)

Drama Rated NR

“A jarring lead performance anchors Thunder Road…”

The Death of Stalin (2018)

Comedy Rated R

“…has a cleverness that withers into something more wearying.”

Mary Poppins Returns (2018)

Family Rated PG

“If you’re going to take on an iconic role like Mary Poppins, it doesn’t pay to be timid.”

Holmes & Watson (2018)

Comedy Rated PG-13

“The real crime in Holmes & Watson is the waste of the supporting cast.”

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)

Action/Adventure Rated PG

“…exhilaratingly reminds us that the appeal of superheroism is (multi) universal.”

A Simple Favor (2018)

Rated R

“…noir as costume party.”

Top Ten Films of 2018 (2018)

Drama Rated NR

Inspired by the year’s best movie, a top-ten list in haiku form.

If Beale Street Could Talk (2018)

Drama Rated R

“…a wrenchingly beautiful film, and an enraging one in its own way.”

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Project Hail Mary (2026)

Drama Rated PG-13

“Ryan Gosling passes the Muppet test with Project Hail Mary, even though it’s not a Muppet movie.”

Out of the Past (1947)

Thriller Rated NR

“Mitchum holds the screen in the palm of his hand without appearing to even try…”

The Bride! (2026)

Horror Rated R

“The fun here is in the audacious attempt and the performances.”


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