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August 14th, 2024

Skincare

Directed by Austin Peters

Starring Elizabeth Banks, Lewis Pullman, Luis Gerardo Méndez, Nathan Fillion, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez

“one of her [Banks’s] best performances. While it doesn’t necessarily balance its tonal duality ... it’s still a delightful ride.”

— Kevin Ward

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July 9th, 2024

Fly Me To The Moon

Directed by Greg Berlanti

Starring Scarlett Johansson, Channing Tatum, Jim Rash, Anna Garcia with Ray Romano and Woody Harrelson

“...conjures the romanticism of the space race that dared a nation to dream for the Moon but lacks any real romance between its stars.”

— Kevin Ward

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July 2nd, 2024

Maxxxine

Directed by Ti West

Starring Mia Goth, Elizabeth Debicki, Moses Sumney, Michelle Monaghan, Bobby Cannavale, Halsey, Lily Collins, with Giancarlo Esposito, and Kevin Bacon

“ ...an exhilarating conclusion to Ti West’s horror trilogy, blending 80s gialli vibes with deep thematic exploration. Mia Goth delivers a powerhouse performance... ”

— Kevin Ward

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June 27th, 2024

A Quiet Place: Day One

Directed by Michael Sarnoski

Starring Lupita Nyong’o, Joseph Quinn, Alex Wolff, and Djimon Hounsou

“Despite [some] shortcomings... fans of the franchise will find much to enjoy, from the thrilling action sequences to Lupita Nyong’o’s standout performance.”

— Kevin Ward

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June 13th, 2024

Inside Out 2

Directed by Kelsey Mann

Starring Maya Hawke, Amy Poehler, Phyllis Smith, Lewis Black, Tony Hale, Liza Lapira, Ayo Edebiri, Adèle Exarchopoulos, Paul Walter Hauser, Kensington Tallman, Lilimar, Diane Lane, Kyle MacLachlan, Sumayyah Nuriddin-Green

“...its ability to tackle complex emotional issues without ever feeling heavy-handed or preachy. The film strikes a perfect balance between entertainment and education, offering valuable lessons about emotional health and resilience in a way that is accessible to all ages”

— Kevin Ward

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June 11th, 2024

The Watchers

Directed by Ishana Night Shyamalan

Starring Dakota Fanning, Georgina Campbell, Olwen Fouéré, Oliver Finnegan

“...though thought-provoking and visually compelling...somewhat overshadowed by frustrating character decisions and exposition dumps that detract from its potential”

— Kevin Ward

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May 23rd, 2024

Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga

Directed by George Miller

Starring Anya Taylor-Joy, Chris Hemsworth, Alyla Browne, Tom Burke

“Furiosa may not reach the same heights as Fury Road in sheer adrenaline-fueled action, it compensates with its rich storytelling and character development...enriches the original film, making the stakes and emotional beats of Fury Road even more impactful”

— Kevin Ward

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May 14th, 2024

In A Violent Nature

Directed by Chris Nash

Starring Ry Barrett, Andrea Pavlovic, Cameron Love, Reece Presley, and Liam Leone

“a testament to the potential for innovation within the horror genre, proving that fresh ideas can breathe new life into well-worn tropes”

— Kevin Ward

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May 7th, 2023

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes

Directed by Wes Ball

Starring Owen Teague, Freya Allan, Kevin Durand, Peter Macon, Eka Darville, Travis Jeffrey and William H. Macy

“doesn’t eclipse the benchmarks of the Caesar-centered trilogy, [but] solidly holds its ground, continuing the legacy of the ... Apes saga with flair.”

— Kevin Ward