Jackie
“Begins and ends with Natalie Portman’s powerful performance, as she masks her pain with poise.”
Moonlight
“All three actors who portray the main character bring a unique innocence that is palpable.”
Trolls
“Exciting to get an animated movie that captures some of the delightful aspects of the musical genre.”
Deepwater Horizon
“An emotionally surface-level drama, but the overall storytelling is done very well.”
Bridget Jones’s Baby
“Cheery and charming. This sequel definitely takes a step up from where Bridget left off.”
Southside with You
“Brims with smartly-written conversations and subtly funny moments.”
Pete’s Dragon
“Wants to be the next generation’s ‘E.T.’ For the most part, the effort feels genuine albeit slightly generic.”
The Secret Life of Pets
“Children won’t mind the familiar narrative and will flock to it because of the likeable animals.”
45 Years
“A master class in expression and gesture presented by Charlotte Rampling with impressive conviction.”
Kung Fu Panda 3
“The narrative is warm and light enough, although much of it isn’t what anyone would consider original.”
Dirty Grandpa
“Lazy and superficial gags that hang out there like disgusting little dingleberries.”
Norm of the North
“Rendered by animators with no imagination, sense of humor, or skill of any of the top animation companies.”