The third film in the Cloverfield series tries its best to explain everything that has happened before and what we can expect to come. However, in doing so, it creates a mess that isn't easily remedied or understandable.
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What happened to the heist movie? Aside from the Ocean's trilogy, we've had a severe lack of good heist films. Den of Thieves tries to change that and bring back the gritty heists of the 90s in a smart, tough fashion.
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In today's world of politics and news cycles challenging the government, you may wonder how it all began. The Post follows the rise of the Washington Post from a small paper to the leading news source out of Washington DC. This film has star power in front and behind the camera - and it shows.
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Based on real events, Molly's Game is the directorial debut of Aaron Sorkin and stars Jessica Chastain as the titular Molly and Idris Elba as her stubborn lawyer. Molly's Game is a fun, fast-paced thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat through every scene.
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Do we really need a third installment in what was ultimately a one-off film about an acapella group led by Anna Kendrick? Yes.. and no.. and maybe I'm a bit happy these still exist. They are fun and full of music and, of course, Anna Kendrick.
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Matt Damon has had quite the year, and not in a good way. The Great Wall didn't make the splash the studio was looking for and Subrbicon came and went in a flash. In his third movie this year, Downsizing looked to be the winner with an interesting concept.
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I love music and I love movies, so naturally Baby Driver has to be on this list. Edgar Wright’s best movie yet combines the two in dizzying, jaw-dropping ways, creating what might as well be a 90 minute music video. The movie is also surprisingly nuanced, with characters that defy their genre roles and direction that keeps up with all the beautiful chaos.
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It's ironic that the same year we close the circus, a film comes out about its creation; but it's actually pretty good. It's everything you would expect from the circus including death-defying acts and plenty of animals on display, but most of all, it has one killer soundtrack.
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You probably remember Jumanji, the board game that came to life and became one of the best things about your childhood (Was it though? - Ed.) Well, it's back, but this time as a video game, with a star studded cast and updated CGI. So jump back into the jungle with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Kevin Hart.
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The prospect of a new Star Wars movie every year is still kind of frightening. Yes, The Force Awakens and Rogue One are not bad films by any margin, but it's hard to imagine the quality can sustain itself for too long. But out of this monkey's paw wish gone awry has come The Last Jedi, an incredibly well-made story that both dismantles and rebuilds the saga in shocking ways.
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Growing up is hard. Growing up with a physical deformity is unfair. However, that shouldn't stop you from having friends or living a normal life. That's the idea behind the book-turned-movie Wonder.
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It's hard to explain why you need to see this movie, but just that you do. This film reminds me of No Country for Old Men, where it's hard to describe, but the performances drive this film that keeps you interested and invested. While the narrative may seem simple, the conclusions it brings about is a shocker.
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One movie that seems to be sweeping the independent awards is the film Call Me By Your Name. Now, if you're looking for an art-house film that is near true to what you think that may consist of, then look no further. This subject material and style take the meaning of independent picture to its core.
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The Room is widely considered to be one of the worst films ever made. So naturally it would seem improbable that there is a film made about the creation of that disaster of a film and it's turning out surprisingly well.
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About three-fourths of the way into the film, a character in Lady Bird claims asks the titular lead if there is a difference between love and attention. Greta Gerwig's directorial debut is so alive with detail about high school in Sacramento, California circa 2002 that the question feels answered; her love for her hometown simply flows out of the screen.
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Pixar is back on track with their latest feature, Coco. This fantastical adventure during Dia de la Muertos and into the land of the dead is handled with care and near perfect execution. The story and soundtrack make this family reunion story one to be remembered.
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DC has a marvelous problem with Marvel: Their rival has set a high bar for the superhero genre the past 10 years. Building up their cinematic universe has put DC on the fast track to build their own legacy. That bring us to this week's premiere of Justice League.
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If you didn't read the book, then Murder on the Orient Express will twist and turn you until the end. If you have read the book, you may be wondering why you saw this movie.
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If you read my Spider-Man: Homecoming review then thank you - but you would have noticed I wasn't quite as high up on it as most people. That being said, I had high hopes for Thor: Ragnarok since it was announced.
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It's Halloween 2007 all over again as master survival expert Jisgaw is back to terrorize unsuspecting victims with his torture devices. This time, however, it's not enough to just survive, but also determine who is doing the killing.
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