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- DirectorRian JohnsonStarsDaniel CraigEdward NortonKate HudsonTech billionaire Miles Bron invites his friends for a getaway on his private Greek island. When someone turns up dead, Detective Benoit Blanc is put on the case.+Pitch Perfect Twists and Turns
+Unique Structure That Pay Offs In An Amazing Way
+Benoit Blanc Is A Perfect Protagonist
+Genuine Moments of Suspense and Surprise
+Every Character Feels Fleshed Out and Developed
+Frequently Hilarious
+Fantastic Performances From The Entire Cast
+Wholesome and Fulfilling Ending
10/10 - A+ - DirectorMark MylodStarsRalph FiennesAnya Taylor-JoyNicholas HoultA young couple travels to a remote island to eat at an exclusive restaurant where the chef has prepared a lavish menu, with some shocking surprises.+Anya Taylor-Joy, Nicholas Hoult and Ralph Fiennes
+Perfect Satire
+Amazing Blend of Comedy, Tension and Drama
+Oddly Wholesome Moments
+Direction, Editing and Production Design
+Extremely Satisfying Twists and Reveals
+Violent Scenes and Fight Sequences
-Not Every Shocking Moment Feels Earned
-Occasionally Strains Credibility
9.5/10 - A - DirectorJoseph KosinskiStarsTom CruiseJennifer ConnellyMiles TellerAfter thirty years, Maverick is still pushing the envelope as a top naval aviator, but must confront ghosts of his past when he leads TOP GUN's elite graduates on a mission that demands the ultimate sacrifice from those chosen to fly it.+Incredible Air Sequences
+Fantastic 3rd Act
+Surprisingly Emotional and Touching Moments
+Builds Upon The First Film In An Effective Way
+Tom Cruise, Miles Teller and Jennifer Connelly
-Some One-Note Characters
-Predictable At Times
9.4/10 - A - DirectorMatt ReevesStarsRobert PattinsonZoë KravitzJeffrey WrightWhen a sadistic serial killer begins murdering key political figures in Gotham, The Batman is forced to investigate the city's hidden corruption and question his family's involvement.+Unique Take On The Character
+Pitch Perfect Tone
+Overall Look and Aesthetic
+Grounded Nature Mixed With Comic Book Elements
+Strong Antagonists
+Gorgeous Directing and Cinematography
-Unexplored Aspects
-Leaps In Logic
9.3/10 - A - DirectorDaniel KwanDaniel ScheinertStarsMichelle YeohStephanie HsuJamie Lee CurtisA middle-aged Chinese immigrant is swept up into an insane adventure in which she alone can save existence by exploring other universes and connecting with the lives she could have led.+Makes Full Use of It’s Fascinating Concept
+Mixes Tones Extremely Well
+Solid Themes and Heartwarming Message
+Fantastic Action Scenes
+Pitch Perfect Performances
+Depiction of The Multiverse
-Overwhelming At Times
-Abundance of Exposition
9.0/10 - A - DirectorEdward BergerStarsFelix KammererAlbrecht SchuchAaron HilmerA young German soldier's terrifying experiences and distress on the western front during World War I.+Incredible War Sequences
+Horrifying Depiction of War and Violence
+Genuine Tension Throughout
+Tragic and Powerful Character Beats
+Immersive Production Qualities
+Phenomenal Performances
-Can’t Fully Escape Genre Conventions
-Initial Set Up Feels Rushed
9.0/10 - A - DirectorJordan PeeleStarsDaniel KaluuyaKeke PalmerBrandon PereaThe residents of a lonely gulch in inland California bear witness to an uncanny and chilling discovery.+Consistently Intense and Frightening
+Use of Scope and Scale
+Amazing Cinematography and Directing
+Striking Imagery
+Subtle Character Beats
+Thrilling 3rd Act
-Pay Off Isn’t Entirely Satisfying
-Heavy Handed Approach To Themes and Subject Matter
8.7/10 - A- - DirectorChinonye ChukwuStarsDanielle DeadwylerJalyn HallFrankie FaisonIn 1955, after Emmett Till is murdered in a brutal lynching, his mother vows to expose the racism behind the attack while working to have those involved brought to justice.+Danielle Deadwyler’s Incredible, Oscar-Worthy Performance
+Perfect Depiction of Violence, Grief and Racism
+Anger and Anxiety Inducing Scenes
+Earned and We’ll Rounded Character Drama
+Restrained Yet Effective Direction
-Overbearing Musical Score
-Story Told In Fairly Straight Forward Way
8.7/10 - A- - DirectorRobert EggersStarsAlexander SkarsgårdNicole KidmanClaes BangA young Viking prince is on a quest to avenge his father's murder.+Completely Immersive Depiction of Viking Culture
+Alexander Skarsgard and Anya Taylor-Joy
+Stunning Direction and Cinematography
+Unique and Investing Climax
+Production and Costume Design
+Stunning Action Sequences
-Occasionally Clunky Dialogue
-Fairly Standard Story
-Abundance of Set Up and Exposition In The 2nd Act
8.6/10 - A- - DirectorSteven SpielbergStarsMichelle WilliamsGabriel LaBellePaul DanoGrowing up in post-World War II era Arizona, young Sammy Fabelman aspires to become a filmmaker as he reaches adolescence, but soon discovers a shattering family secret and explores how the power of films can help him see the truth.+Powerful Depiction of The Importance of Cinema
+Family Themes and Dynamics
+Gabrielle LaBelle, Michelle Williams and Paul Dano
+Consistently Relatable Character Moments
+Perfect Ending
-Lack of Nuance In It’s Themes
-Set Up and Epilogue Feel Elongated
8.6/10 - A- - DirectorJames CameronStarsSam WorthingtonZoe SaldanaSigourney WeaverJake Sully lives with his newfound family formed on the extrasolar moon Pandora. Once a familiar threat returns to finish what was previously started, Jake must work with Neytiri and the army of the Na'vi race to protect their home.+The World of Pandora Continues To Be Fleshed Out In An Amazing Way
+Spectacular Visual Effects and World Design
+Familial Themes and Dynamics
+Surprisingly Smaller Scaled Conflict
+Strong Central Villain
+Tension-Filled 3rd Act
+Battle Sequences
-Fairly Unspectacular Story
-Clunky and Wooden Dialogue
-Character Conflicts Can Become Repetitive
8.6/10 - A- - DirectorGina Prince-BythewoodStarsViola DavisThuso MbeduLashana LynchA historical epic inspired by true events that took place in The Kingdom of Dahomey, one of the most powerful states of Africa in the 18th and 19th centuries.+Outstanding Performances From The Entire Cast
+Depiction of Time Period and Setting
+Battle Sequences
+Brutally Effective Violent Scenes
+Compelling Moral Dilemmas Between Characters
+Great Character Dynamics and Drama
-Primary Conflict Feels Underdeveloped
-Occasional Overuse of Quick Cutting
-Ending Feels Overly Optimistic
8.6/10 - A- - DirectorMaria SchraderStarsZoe KazanCarey MulliganPatricia ClarksonJodi Kantor and Megan Twohey's quest to break the Harvey Weinstein scandal.+Carey Mulligan and Zoe Kazan
+Devotion To Realism
+Phenomenal Single Scene Character/Performances
+Raw Depiction of Real Events and Issues
+/-Directorial Choices (or Lack Thereof)
-Some Clunky Editing and Pacing In The First Act
-Occasionally Repetitive
8.6/10 - A- - DirectorTom GeorgeStarsKieran HodgsonPearl ChandaGregory CoxIn the West End of 1950s London, plans for a movie version of a smash-hit play come to an abrupt halt after a pivotal member of the crew is murdered.+Sam Rockwell and Saoirse Ronan
+Light, Fun Tone
+Witty Humour and Dialogue
+Consistently Great Pay Offs
+Fantastically Produced Overall
-Influences Become Too Apparent
-Unfocused and Lacking In Urgency In Places
8.6/10 - A- - DirectorAlex GarlandStarsJessie BuckleyRory KinnearPaapa EssieduA young woman goes on a solo vacation to the English countryside following the death of her ex-husband.+Jessie Buckley and Rory Kinnear
+Continually Eerie and Tense
+Slow, Deliberate Pacing
+Striking Visuals
+Beautifully Shot and Directed
-Occasionally Pretentious In It’s Messaging and Imagery
-Underwhelming Aspects In The 3rd Act
8.5/10 - A- - DirectorTodd FieldStarsCate BlanchettNoémie MerlantNina HossSet in the international world of Western classical music, the film centers on Lydia Tár, widely considered one of the greatest living composer-conductors and the very first female director of a major German orchestra.+Cate Blanchett Is Incredible
+Lydia Tár Is An Extremely Well Rounded Character
+Mixes Themes Extremely Well
+Fully Immersive Dialogue Scenes
-Takes Too Long To Get To The Overall Point
-Some of The More Abstract Scenes Feel Out of Place
8.5/10 - A- - DirectorMartin McDonaghStarsColin FarrellBrendan GleesonKerry CondonTwo lifelong friends find themselves at an impasse when one abruptly ends their relationship, with alarming consequences for both of them.+Themes of Loneliness and Relationships
+Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson
+Character Drama and Dynamics
+Shocking Moments of Violence
-Underwhelming Use of Comedy
-Some Needless Characters
8.5/10 - A- - DirectorRon HowardStarsViggo MortensenColin FarrellJoel EdgertonA rescue mission is assembled in Thailand where a group of young boys and their soccer coach are trapped in a system of underground caves that are flooding.+Truly Uplifting Depiction of Real Events
+Understated Performances and Realistic Characters
+Underwater Sequences
+Frequently Intense and Gripping
-Montage-Like Editing
-Could’ve Used A Stronger Climax
8.5/10 - A- - DirectorDavid LeitchStarsBrad PittJoey KingAaron Taylor-JohnsonFive assassins aboard a swiftly-moving bullet train find out that their missions have something in common.+Dark Humour and Playful Tone
+Memorable Characters
+Fantastic Action Sequences
+Use of Location
+Brutal and Gory
-Uneven and Convoluted In Places
-Lack of A Consistent Logic
-3rd Act Pacing
8.4/10 - A- - DirectorChristian SchwochowStarsGeorge MacKayJannis NiewöhnerJeremy IronsA British diplomat travels to Munich in the run-up to World War II, where a former classmate of his from Oxford is also en route, but is working for the German government.+George MacKay and Jannis Niewöhner
+Portrayal of Neville Chamberlain
+Tense and Gripping Sequences
+Sharp Directing and Editing
-Doesn’t Always Sustain It’s Own Momentum
-Family Sub Plot
8.4/10 - A- - DirectorDarren AronofskyStarsBrendan FraserSadie SinkTy SimpkinsA reclusive, morbidly obese English teacher attempts to reconnect with his estranged teenage daughter.+Brendan Fraser is Incredible
+Fantastic Make Up Transformation
+Great Character Drama
+Use of Single Location
+Powerful Emotional Scenes
-Can Come Across As Melodramatic
-On The Nose Dialogue
-Overbearing Use of Musical Score
8.4/10 - A- - DirectorJoel CrawfordJanuel MercadoStarsAntonio BanderasSalma HayekHarvey GuillénWhen Puss in Boots discovers that his passion for adventure has taken its toll and he has burned through eight of his nine lives, he launches an epic journey to restore them by finding the mythical Last Wish.+Gorgeous Animation Style
+Explores Mature Themes
+Puss In Boots Character Arc
+Frequently Hilarious
+/-Supporting Characters and Villains
-Break Neck Pacing
8.4/10 - A- - DirectorLoren BouchardBernard DerrimanStarsH. Jon BenjaminKristen SchaalDan MintzWhen a sinkhole in front of Bob's Burgers threatens the Belchers' plans for a successful summer, Bob and Linda try to keep their business going, while the kids attempt to save the restaurant by solving a mystery.(From The Perspective of Someone Who Hasn’t Seen The TV Show)
+Deadpan Humour
+Fun Central Mystery
+Animation Style
+Heartwarming Moments
-Musical Scenes
-Subplots That Don’t Seem To Amount To Much
8.4/10 - A- - DirectorDan TrachtenbergStarsAmber MidthunderDakota BeaversDane DiLiegroNaru, a skilled warrior of the Comanche Nation, fights to protect her tribe against one of the first highly-evolved Predators to land on Earth.+Great New Approach For The Franchise
+Amber Midthunder
+Violent, Tension Filled Action Sequences
+Fantastic Use of Time Period and Setting
-Fairly Weak Supporting Characters
-Fairly Predictable Plot Points
8.4/10 - A- - DirectorScott DerricksonStarsMason ThamesMadeleine McGrawEthan HawkeAfter being abducted and locked in a basement, a boy starts receiving calls on a disconnected phone from the killer's previous victims.+Plethora of Fantastic Child Actor Performances
+Ethan Hawke’s Villain
+Does A Lot with a Single Location
+Consistently Intense
+Satisfying Character Beats
-Repetitive Structure
-One Especially Weak Sub Plot
-Supernatural Elements Don’t Always Mix Well
8.3/10 - A-