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Shazam!
Nate Hood Reviews
Nathanael Hood
Not only is Shazam! the best DC Extended Universe film...it's also the best DC Comics movie since Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight.
8/10
10
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10
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The Sheltering Sky
Nate Hood Reviews
Nathanael Hood
Working with legendary cinematographer and longtime collaborator Vittorio Storaro, Bertolucci constructed one of the most visually gorgeous films of his career.
7/10
10
7
10
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6
10
1
1,909
Sonic the Hedgehog
Nate Hood Reviews
Nathanael Hood
Sonic the Hedgehog isn't a movie, it's a ninety-nine minute monstrosity made by corporations for other corporations.
1/10
10
1
10
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0
10
1
1,909
The Addams Family
Nate Hood Reviews
Nathanael Hood
Despite its infantilized treatment of the family it still provides enough creative set-pieces and heart-warming character moments to please both fans and newcomers.
6/10
10
6
10
false
5
10
1
1,909
The Farewell
Nate Hood Reviews
Nathanael Hood
Wang weaves a powerful tale about trans-cultural humanism.
7/10
10
7
10
false
6
10
1
1,909
The Favourite
Nate Hood Reviews
Nathanael Hood
I can think of no better review for Yorgos Lanthimos' The Favourite than the man sitting next to me in the theater audibly gasping four different times at the cinematography.
8/10
10
8
10
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7
10
1
1,909
The Last Black Man in San Francisco
Nate Hood Reviews
Nathanael Hood
Here is a film about a city and the people who inhabit it, and though it sometimes suffers from sluggish pacing and the odd moment of pretentiousness, it's a testament to the humanity that unites us all, even as it tears some of us apart.
8/10
10
8
10
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7
10
1
1,909
The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part
Nate Hood Reviews
Nathanael Hood
...the jokes still land, the characters still shine, and the music is still as deliciously, self-consciously catchy as in the first.
7/10
10
7
10
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6
10
1
1,909
The Peanut Butter Falcon
Nate Hood Reviews
Nathanael Hood
I hope the people who hate those with Down syndrome see this movie so they can see how wrong they are and become nicer.
8/10
10
8
10
false
7
10
1
1,909
The Return
Nate Hood Reviews
Nathanael Hood
The kind of movie you watch between your fingers as you hold your hands up to your face for protection.
9/10
10
9
10
false
8
10
1
1,909
Tristram Shandy: A Cock & Bull Story
Nate Hood Reviews
Nathanael Hood
A Cock and Bull Story is an admirable effort, but an ultimately disappointing one.
6/10
10
6
10
false
5
10
1
1,909
Velvet Buzzsaw
Nate Hood Reviews
Nathanael Hood
Dan Gilroy's Velvet Buzzsaw needed to be either thirty minutes shorter or an hour longer.
5/10
10
5
10
false
4
10
1
1,909
Went the Day Well?
Nate Hood Reviews
Nathanael Hood
Its jingoistic nastiness and nationalist aggrandizement makes this film exactly the kind of nonsense Powell & Pressburger's The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp was made in response to.
5/10
10
5
10
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4
10
1
1,909
Widows
Nate Hood Reviews
Nathanael Hood
It might masquerade as a heist film about a group of widows pulling off a job after their husbands are all killed in a robbery-gone-wrong, but this is a steely-eyed interrogation of a city: Chicago.
7/10
10
7
10
false
6
10
1
1,909
Wishmaster
Nate Hood Reviews
Nathanael Hood
The joy of Wishmaster [is that] it's a game to see if the audience can out-think and out-predict what the Djinn will do and how he'll do it.
7/10
10
7
10
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10
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1,909
Captain Marvel
National Newspaper Publishers Association
Dwight Brown
Captain Marvel rates a C. It's distinguished from other MCU movies by its female lead. Otherwise it is way too ordinary and middle of the pack.
C
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Blindspotting
Neaux Reel Idea
Bill Arceneaux
What Paul Haggis tried to do with CRASH, BLINDSPOTTING does, putting the Best Picture winner to shame while doing it.
5/5
5
5
5
false
8
9
2
1,911
Champs
Neaux Reel Idea
Bill Arceneaux
CHAMPS isn't satisfied with status quo fan-fiction that would've left every viewer with false feelings in their hearts - that, in this context, is an irresponsible copout. No, CHAMPS wants the big prize.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,911
Night Sweats
Neaux Reel Idea
Bill Arceneaux
It reaches for our attention by aiming for the Moon itself, but is unable to propel off the ground as it's using sparklers for fuel. Decoration without anything to celebrate.
1/5
5
1
5
false
0
9
2
1,911
Ophelia
Neaux Reel Idea
Bill Arceneaux
With a score filled with whispers most haunting, OPHELIA has a richness in design, from top to bottom. Suffice to say, the craft on display is second to none, expressing the tragedy of what happened and more interestingly what could've been.
3.5/5
5
3.5
5
false
5
9
2
1,911
Soundwave
Neaux Reel Idea
Bill Arceneaux
Imagination most matured, this is. Resourceful, punch-packing, and straight-up fun.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,911
They Remain
Neaux Reel Idea
Bill Arceneaux
Oblong and perhaps "above" traditional storytelling, but what it hammers home is the overwhelming chaos of our Universe. And it hammers that well.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,911
Central Station (Central do Brasil)
Needcoffee.com
Widgett Walls
When it is an odd couple road movie, it works well. When it tries to transcend that genre and become something else, it can't seem to get its feet off the ground.
9/10
10
9
10
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8
10
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1,912
Cube
Needcoffee.com
Widgett Walls
Claustrophic and taut right up until the aforementioned pseudo-limp ending, it makes a great rental for edge of your seat madness.
9/10
10
9
10
false
8
10
1
1,912
Live Die Repeat: Edge of Tomorrow
Needcoffee.com
Widgett Walls
Tom Cruise: in regards to Oblivion? All is forgiven.
3.5/4
4
3.5
4
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5
7
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1,913
300: Rise of an Empire
Neon Maniacs
Stephen Lambrechts
What 300: Rise of an Empire lacks in Gerard Butler, it makes up for tenfold in Eva Green.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,914
American Mary
Neon Maniacs
Stephen Lambrechts
While the film has its problems, there is a lot to like here for die-hard horror fans and body mod enthusiasts.
3/5
5
3
5
false
4
9
2
1,914
Avengers: Age of Ultron
Neon Maniacs
Stephen Lambrechts
Avengers: Age of Ultron is a perfect example of the kind of crowd-pleasing blockbuster that audiences expect in this day and age, though I don't think it will achieve classic-status like the first film.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,914
Dawn Of The Planet Of The Apes
Neon Maniacs
Stephen Lambrechts
While Serkis continues to do 'chimpressive' work in his second outing as Caesar, the standout ape performance of the film comes from Toby Kebbell as the violent and angry Koba.
4.5/5
5
4.5
5
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7
9
2
1,914
Frank Miller's Sin City: A Dame to Kill For
Neon Maniacs
Stephen Lambrechts
While it's not the mind-blowing event that the first film was, there's still enjoyment to be had, and Eva Green makes anything she stars in a must see.
3/5
5
3
5
false
4
9
2
1,914
Gravity
Neon Maniacs
Stephen Lambrechts
Gravity is a once in a generation film event.
5/5
5
5
5
false
8
9
2
1,914
Live Die Repeat: Edge of Tomorrow
Neon Maniacs
Stephen Lambrechts
One of the most enjoyable blockbusters of the year.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,914
Machete Kills
Neon Maniacs
Stephen Lambrechts
Machete Kills aims for 'so bad, it's good', but ends up just plain bad.
2/5
5
2
5
false
2
9
2
1,914
Maniac
Neon Maniacs
Stephen Lambrechts
Maniac is that rare horror remake that completely outclasses its source in every sense. And when you consider how much we love the original, that's really saying something.
5/5
5
5
5
false
8
9
2
1,914
Only God Forgives
Neon Maniacs
Stephen Lambrechts
Only God Forgives makes Drive look like Cannonball Run by comparison.
5/5
5
5
5
false
8
9
2
1,914
Pacific Rim
Neon Maniacs
Stephen Lambrechts
How many of these recent blockbusters have made you feel 12 years old again? Not a whole lot, but thankfully, Guillermo Del Toro has nailed that feeling of pure wonder and amazement with Pacific Rim.
5/5
5
5
5
false
8
9
2
1,914
The Green Inferno
Neon Maniacs
Stephen Lambrechts
The Green Inferno is like the R-rated cut of a porn film - you can see where it's going, but all the good bits are missing.
2/5
5
2
5
false
2
9
2
1,914
The Place Beyond The Pines
Neon Maniacs
Stephen Lambrechts
The Place Beyond the Pines is a deeply affecting family drama about paternal responsibility, a riveting crime story, a cop movie and a tragedy.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,914
The Raid 2
Neon Maniacs
Stephen Lambrechts
This is the perfect action movie.
5/5
5
5
5
false
8
9
2
1,914
Thor: The Dark World
Neon Maniacs
Stephen Lambrechts
When Thor: The Dark World is firing on all cylinders, it's hard to find a more purely enjoyable time at the movies.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,914
X-Men: Days of Future Past
Neon Maniacs
Stephen Lambrechts
Bryan Singer has undoubtedly made the best X-Men film since X2, with a great premise that is not only complex and rooted in sci-fi, but one that also manages to correct just about every crappy decision made in X-Men: The Last Stand.
4/5
5
4
5
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6
9
2
1,914
1917
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
What Steven Spielberg has done with Saving Private Ryan and WWII films, Sam Mendes has done for WWI films.
5/5
5
5
5
false
8
9
2
1,915
Aladdin
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
Aladdin is heartwarming and hilarious, and even though it's a remake of the animated classic, it still feels very refreshing.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,915
Alita: Battle Angel
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
Alita: Battle Angel is an action-packed ride that had me in tears. It's definitely one of my favorite live-action films based on the manga and anime, and Rosa Salazar as Alita brings a lot of heart to the film.
4.5/5
5
4.5
5
false
7
9
2
1,915
Bad Boys for Life
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
Will Smith and Martin Lawrence are hilarious together, and it has that Michael Bay feel even though it's not directed by him.
3/5
5
3
5
false
4
9
2
1,915
Birds of Prey (And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn)
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
Birds of Prey is a lot of fun, brutal and kickass.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,915
Code 8
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
Code 8 is an electrifying film featuring ordinary people with powers in a tough world. It's a gritty and realistic take that's a nice change of pace in the superhero genre.
4.5/5
5
4.5
5
false
7
9
2
1,915
Godzilla: King of the Monsters
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
Godzilla: King of the Monsters doesn't hold back on the big monster fights, and it's definitely the best Godzilla film to date from Hollywood.
4.5/5
5
4.5
5
false
7
9
2
1,915
It Chapter Two
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
It Chapter Two loses its charm and mystery from the first film, and what we're left with is a horror film that feels more like a comedy.
2/5
5
2
5
false
2
9
2
1,915
Joker
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
Joker is wild, crazy, and intense, and I was left speechless by the end of the film. Joaquin Phoenix delivers a spine-chilling performance. Todd Phillips has done to the Joker what Nolan has done to Batman with an origin story that feels very real.
5/5
5
5
5
false
8
9
2
1,915
Just Mercy
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
Just Mercy is a very human drama and powerful film with moving performances by Jamie Foxx, Michael B Jordan, and its supporting cast.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,915
Lucy in the Sky
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
I appreciated what [Noah Hawley] was trying to do with changing the aspect ratio of the film. And for me, it was a kind of a fun game.
3.5/5
5
3.5
5
false
5
9
2
1,915
Onward
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
Onward is another sentimental film from Pixar, and I was tearing up in the third act.
3.5/5
5
3.5
5
false
5
9
2
1,915
Robert the Bruce
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
In the final act, I started to get flashbacks from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi where the Ewoks are fighting the stormtroopers.
2/5
5
2
5
false
2
9
2
1,915
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark is a creepy film that's able to adapt some of the stories from the source material into a cohesive [whole].
3.5/5
5
3.5
5
false
5
9
2
1,915
Scoob!
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
With some of the jokes falling flat and the Mystery gang sharing screen time with other characters, Scoob! still was an amusing experience.
3.5/5
5
3.5
5
false
5
9
2
1,915
Shazam!
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
Shazam! is a total blast and Zachary Levi is charming and a treat to watch as he has fun being a superhero.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,915
Sonic the Hedgehog
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
The filmmakers have done a good job of making newcomers to the franchise enjoy Sonic the Hedgehog while also having something to cater to the fans.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,915
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
Rian Johnson did a 180 with [The Last Jedi], and J.J. Abrams did another 180 with [The Rise of Skywalker].
3.5/5
5
3.5
5
false
5
9
2
1,915
The Last Full Measure
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
It's an emotional tale about sacrificing yourself to do something better.
3.5/5
5
3.5
5
false
5
9
2
1,915
The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
Although it can't match the awesomeness of the first film, The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part is all kinds of fun with a warm message about sharing.
3.5/5
5
3.5
5
false
5
9
2
1,915
The Lion King
Nerd Reactor
John Nguyen
[The Lion King] is the best remake of the Disney animated classics ... You can't top the animated movie, but this is a good alternative for a new generation and fans that want to see a 'realistic' take on what that would look like.
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,915
The Rum Diary
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
The flick, whose advertisements were obviously channeling Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, is a slow, sometimes intriguing, mess that lacks direction and rich characters.
2/5
5
2
5
false
2
9
2
1,916
Act of Valor
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
Through the use of active duty Navy SEALS, live ammo and helmet cameras, Act of Valor produces insanely realistic action. Just don't go in expecting good acting from the SEALS.
3.5/5
5
3.5
5
false
5
9
2
1,916
Chronicle
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
Chronicle is an absolutely incredible, brutally intense, emotionally engaging, original film that will blow your freaking mind. Stop what you're doing and see it now!
5/5
5
5
5
false
8
9
2
1,916
Cloud Atlas
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
Cloud Atlas is masterful in concept but mediocre in execution. Three of the stories worked while the other three lacked the emotional depth required for a 3-hour flick!
3/5
5
3
5
false
4
9
2
1,916
Gravity
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
Gravity is the game-changing film of our generation. Cuaron has created a technical and emotional masterpiece that elevates the art form! See the film in IMAX 3D!
5/5
5
5
5
false
8
9
2
1,916
Hugo
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
Martin Scorsese's love letter to filmmaking finally proves that 3D is a necessary aesthetic to storytelling if used correctly. I definitely shed a few nerd tears!
5/5
5
5
5
false
8
9
2
1,916
In Time
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
Is there anything Justin Timberlake can't do? Now, he's actually a decent action star!
3.5/5
5
3.5
5
false
5
9
2
1,916
Interstellar
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
The combination of NO green screen, incredible practical effects, Zimmer's score and a solid emotional core makes this Nolan's most complete flick to date. I had major nerd tears! See in 70mm IMAX film!
5/5
5
5
5
false
8
9
2
1,916
Iron Man 3
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
The epic action brought nerd tears to my eyes! Shane Black delivers a witty, action-packed flick with great twists. See it in 2D as the 3D conversion lacks great depth!
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,916
Jack and Jill
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
Someone please show this film to Morgan Spurlock! It should be renamed Dunkin Donuts Presents: Jack and Jill.
2/5
5
2
5
false
2
9
2
1,916
Lawless
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
Lawless uses it's extreme bloody violence as a character to propel this riveting and emotional story forward. Hardy and Pearce deliver incredibly engaging performances!
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,916
Martha Marcy May Marlene
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
Please give the film editor, Zachary Stuart-Pontier, an Oscar right now. With brilliant editing, great performances and great direction, this film will stick with you.
4.5/5
5
4.5
5
false
7
9
2
1,916
Marvel's The Avengers
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
Mark Ruffalo was born to the play The Hulk. There is a ten second epic action sequence that is worth the entire price of admission and every one of your nerd tears! Hulk Smash!
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,916
Prometheus
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
"Prometheus" is a cinematic masterpiece with beautifully haunting visuals and an epic score. Instead of spoon-feeding the audience, Scott allows you to think for yourself!
5/5
5
5
5
false
8
9
2
1,916
Savages
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
Savages is a solid flick for the first two hours and four minutes. I'm still flabbergasted and scratching my head at the choice Oliver Stone made to end the film!
3.5/5
5
3.5
5
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5
9
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1,916
Star Trek Into Darkness
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
Through Abrams' beautiful use of Giacchino's epic film score, 35mm anamorphic lens flares, and his incredible detail in character, I found myself weeping nerd tears! See it in IMAX!
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
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1,916
Man of Steel
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
Zack Snyder marries Hans Zimmer's brilliant film score with the non-stop action resulting in an insane amount of Nerd Tears! Emotional and action-packed! Skip the 3D.
4.5/5
5
4.5
5
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7
9
2
1,916
The Amazing Spider-Man
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
The Amazing Spider-Man succeeds as a great love story but ultimately fails as a super hero flick. Should you see the film in 2D? 3D? or 3D IMAX? Click for full review!
3/5
5
3
5
false
4
9
2
1,916
The Artist
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
While I admired and enjoyed the film, it reminded me of drinking a Pepsi Throwback; tastes great but brings nothing new to the table.
4.5/5
5
4.5
5
false
7
9
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1,916
The Dark Knight Rises
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
The Dark Knight Rises is underwhelming compared to it's two predecessor's yet Nolan still delivers a satisfying conclusion to his epic trilogy! See it in true 70mm IMAX!
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,916
The Devil Inside
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
The Devil Inside is a terrible, uninspired, hack "found footage" flick whose trailer gives away every "scary" sequence!"
1/5
5
1
5
false
0
9
2
1,916
The Grey
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
Joe Carnahan delivers a rather brilliant, deeply emotional, philosophical flick that still finds time to show Liam Neeson's bad-a** side!
4/5
5
4
5
false
6
9
2
1,916
The Hunger Games
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
The Hunger Games completely transcends the teenage genre by presenting a film with a strong emotional core mixed with an epically bad-a** central character! I loved this movie!
4.5/5
5
4.5
5
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Think Like a Man
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
The product placement for Harvey's book is a blatant disregard for the audience's intelligence. I felt like I was watching a 3am "ShamWow" infomercial!
2/5
5
2
5
false
2
9
2
1,916
War Horse
NerdTears.com
Kevin McCarthy
A solid film with a masterful score and beautiful cinematography. While the film never reaches that level of Spielberg greatness, it contains my favorite scene of 2011.
3.5/5
5
3.5
5
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5
9
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Ant-Man and the Wasp
Nerdificent
Ify Nwadiwe
Strong action and strong jokes. With nothing to top the stakes of Infinity War, it was the perfect end cap for the MCU's 2018 roster.
9/10
10
9
10
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8
10
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Anna and the Apocalypse
Nerdly
Matthew Turner
Director John McPhail takes genre mash-up to new heights with this hugely entertaining Scottish horror comedy that plays like Shaun of the Dead meets High School Musical.
4/5
5
4
5
false
3
5
1
1,918
Becky
Nerdly
Matthew Turner
A smartly conceived home invasion thriller that plays like a twisted coming-of-age movie.
4/5
5
4
5
false
3
5
1
1,918
Dragged Across Concrete
Nerdly
Matthew Turner
A sumptuous treat for genre fans thanks to superb performances, a fabulous script and assured, confident direction that ensures the film never quite goes where you expect.
5/5
5
5
5
false
4
5
1
1,918
Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw
Nerdly
Matthew Turner
A big, bold action movie that's as entertaining as it is ridiculous.
4/5
5
4
5
false
3
5
1
1,918
Gwen
Nerdly
Matthew Turner
An arresting and memorable first feature that marks out McGregor as a talent to watch.
4/5
5
4
5
false
3
5
1
1,918
Missing Link
Nerdly
Matthew Turner
Laika have done it again - Missing Link is a beautifully made, brilliantly acted and thoroughly enjoyable animated adventure that's a treat for adults and children alike.
4/5
5
4
5
false
3
5
1
1,918
Nightmare Cinema
Nerdly
Matthew Turner
The stories themselves have a surprisingly high hit rate, but the film is let down by its poorly thought-out linking concept.
3/5
5
3
5
false
2
5
1
1,918
Searching
Nerdly
Matthew Turner
Searching is an enjoyable and inventive thriller that delivers gut-wrenching suspense and unexpected levels of emotion, while also serving as a timely reminder to check the security of your password protection.
4/5
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The Cured
Nerdly
Matthew Turner
The brainchild of Irish writer-director David Freyne, this powerful and provocative post-zombie flick offers a fresh take on the genre, making it a must-see for genre fans.
4/5
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The Witch: Subversion (Manyeo)
Nerdly
Matthew Turner
Enormous fun from beginning to end. Here's hoping we don't have to wait too long for Part 2.
5/5
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BlacKkKlansman
Nerds of Prey
Lauren Warren
Washington's portrayal of Ron Stallworth is humorous and understated, but powerful.
8/10
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Captain Marvel
Nerds of Prey
Kay-B
... [Captain Marvel] does manage to beautifully capture the essence of the '90s and a woman coming into her own as the superhero she was always destined to be.
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