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39/60 pts
TIFF, from outside the hallway
Movies/Sep 13, 2026
A festival Sunday is a press release with better lighting
Toronto is four days in. The useful question is which pictures will still exist when the carpet comes up.
Mixed39/60 pts
The screening room
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On-line reviews of movies and films — the cut, the performance, and whether the thing earns a night out or a pass.
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41/60 pts
Labor Day theatrical
Movies/Sep 7, 2026
A holiday matinee is still a better idea than a holiday algorithm
The multiplex is open. The offices are not. That split is the whole review of the day.
Mixed41/60 pts
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44/60 pts
September theatrical
Movies/Sep 2, 2026
September in a theater still beats September on the couch
The toys left town. The room is the feature. The movie has to earn the rest.
Worth the look44/60 pts
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45/60 pts
The Dog Stars
Movies/Aug 30, 2026
The world empties. The dog stays.
A late-August adult picture that actually asks you to sit still. That is rarer than the plague it is selling.
Worth the look45/60 pts
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38/60 pts
Masters of the Universe
Movies/Jun 6, 2026
The 1980's cartoon is brought to life on the big screen with the return of He-Man and Skeletor.
The 1980's cartoon is brought to life on the big screen with the return of He-Man and Skeletor.
Mixed38/60 pts
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8/60 pts
Scary Movie 6
Movies/Jun 6, 2026
The sixth Scary Movie is now out and it is what you expect.
The sixth Scary Movie is now out and it is what you expect.
Skip8/60 pts
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60/60 pts
Pressure
Movies/May 30, 2026
This might be my favorite movie of 2026 so far.
This might be my favorite movie of 2026 so far.
Worth the look60/60 pts
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30/60 pts
In The Grey
Movies/May 26, 2026
Jake Gyllenhaal, Henry Cavill and Eiza Gonzalez hit the screen for a fast paced action movie as a team of former soldiers attempt to recoup a billion dollar fortune.
Jake Gyllenhaal, Henry Cavill and Eiza Gonzalez hit the screen for a fast paced action movie as a team of former soldiers attempt to recoup a billion dollar fortune.
Mixed30/60 pts
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38/60 pts
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu
Movies/May 26, 2026
The newest Star Wars film hit theaters over the long weekend and it is based on the Disney+ show The Mandalorian.
The newest Star Wars film hit theaters over the long weekend and it is based on the Disney+ show The Mandalorian.
Mixed38/60 pts
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45/60 pts
Obession
Movies/May 26, 2026
The horror film based on every guy's desire of his dream girl falling in love with him.
The horror film based on every guy's desire of his dream girl falling in love with him.
Worth the look45/60 pts
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49/60 pts
The Devil Wears Prada 2
Movies/May 2, 2026
The comedic drama starring Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci hit theaters this weekend.
The comedic drama starring Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci hit theaters this weekend.
Worth the look49/60 pts
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38/60 pts
Roommates
Movies/Apr 28, 2026
The new comedy on Netflix stars Sadie Sandler and Chloe East.
The new comedy on Netflix stars Sadie Sandler and Chloe East.
Mixed38/60 pts
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52/60 pts
RZA's One Spoon of Chocolate
Movies/Apr 28, 2026
Attended a pre-screen, as it is set to open this weekend and all I can say is wow.
Attended a pre-screen, as it is set to open this weekend and all I can say is wow.
Worth the look52/60 pts
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38/60 pts
Michael
Movies/Apr 26, 2026
The movie is marketed as the story of Michael Jackson and spoiler alert, it's only part of the story of Michael Jackson.
The movie is marketed as the story of Michael Jackson and spoiler alert, it's only part of the story of Michael Jackson.
Mixed38/60 pts
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45/60 pts
Lee Cronin's The Mummy
Movies/Apr 20, 2026
I had not seen a preview for this and just saw a reboot of The Mummy, so I thought Brendan Fraser solid action movie.
I had not seen a preview for this and just saw a reboot of The Mummy, so I thought Brendan Fraser solid action movie.
Worth the look45/60 pts
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2/60 pts
Anaconda
Movies/Apr 15, 2026
Jack Black, Paul Rudd and Steve Zahn make you feel hopeful that they could pull something off.
Jack Black, Paul Rudd and Steve Zahn make you feel hopeful that they could pull something off.
Skip2/60 pts
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45/60 pts
Ready or Not 2: Here I Come
Movies/Apr 15, 2026
Have you seen the original Ready or Not?
Have you seen the original Ready or Not?
Worth the look45/60 pts
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45/60 pts
The Drama
Movies/Apr 15, 2026
Zendaya and Robert Pattinson join forces in this dark comedy that is really more dark than comedy, but it works.
Zendaya and Robert Pattinson join forces in this dark comedy that is really more dark than comedy, but it works.
Worth the look45/60 pts
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38/60 pts
You, Me & Tuscany
Movies/Apr 15, 2026
Haven't had a good rom-com in a while and this one definitely fills the void.
Haven't had a good rom-com in a while and this one definitely fills the void.
Mixed38/60 pts
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45/60 pts
Project Hail Mary
Movies/Mar 23, 2026
The sci-fi novel adaptation hit theaters over the weekend and has gotten near perfect reviews across the board.
The sci-fi novel adaptation hit theaters over the weekend and has gotten near perfect reviews across the board.
Worth the look45/60 pts
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30/60 pts
Scream 7
Movies/Mar 2, 2026
Sidney Prescott and Gale Weathers are back for another go as Sidney's family now faces the wrath of the Ghostface killer in the newest rendition.
Sidney Prescott and Gale Weathers are back for another go as Sidney's family now faces the wrath of the Ghostface killer in the newest rendition.
Mixed30/60 pts
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15/60 pts
How to Make a Killing
Movies/Feb 23, 2026
Would you kill to inherit billions of dollars?
Would you kill to inherit billions of dollars?
Skip15/60 pts
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42/60 pts
Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die
Movies/Feb 16, 2026
I had not seen a single preview for this movie so had no clue what it was about other than the description on the Regal app.
I had not seen a single preview for this movie so had no clue what it was about other than the description on the Regal app.
Worth the look42/60 pts
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45/60 pts
Mercy
Movies/Feb 11, 2026
I heard mixed reviews heading in so I wasn't expecting much.
I heard mixed reviews heading in so I wasn't expecting much.
Worth the look45/60 pts
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45/60 pts
Crime 101
Movies/Feb 10, 2026
Crime 101 hits theaters this Friday, but I got an early sneak peak of it last night.
Crime 101 hits theaters this Friday, but I got an early sneak peak of it last night.
Worth the look45/60 pts
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4/60 pts
The Strangers: Chapter 3
Movies
45/60 pts
The Wrecking Crew
Movies/Feb 3, 2026
The action packed movie starring Dave Bautista and Jason Momoa is live on prime video.
The action packed movie starring Dave Bautista and Jason Momoa is live on prime video.
Worth the look45/60 pts
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38/60 pts
Send Help
Movies/Jan 30, 2026
The Sam Rami thriller starring Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien hits theaters this weekend.
The Sam Rami thriller starring Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien hits theaters this weekend.
Mixed38/60 pts
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52/60 pts
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
Movies/Jan 22, 2026
I wasn't a huge fan of the 28 Years Later film from last year, but this one sure made up for it.
I wasn't a huge fan of the 28 Years Later film from last year, but this one sure made up for it.
Worth the look52/60 pts
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3/60 pts
Greenland 2: Migration
Movies/Jan 21, 2026
Did you know there was an original Greenland movie?
Did you know there was an original Greenland movie?
Skip3/60 pts
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45/60 pts
The Rip
Movies/Jan 16, 2026
Matt Damon and Ben Affleck join forces again in a drama based on a group of Miami cops who discover millions of dollars in a stash house.
Matt Damon and Ben Affleck join forces again in a drama based on a group of Miami cops who discover millions of dollars in a stash house.
Worth the look45/60 pts
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45/60 pts
Is This Thing On?
Movies/Jan 9, 2026
I went into this thinking it was a movie about stand-up comedy, and while that plays a role in the movie, there is so much more going on.
I went into this thinking it was a movie about stand-up comedy, and while that plays a role in the movie, there is so much more going on.
Worth the look45/60 pts
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52/60 pts
Marty Supreme
Movies/Jan 7, 2026
All the Oscar buzz but not truly Supreme.
All the Oscar buzz but not truly Supreme.
Worth the look52/60 pts
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45/60 pts
The Housemaid
Movies/Dec 18, 2025
Sydney Sweeney, Amanda Seyfried and Brandon Sklenar star in the book adaptation.
Sydney Sweeney, Amanda Seyfried and Brandon Sklenar star in the book adaptation.
Worth the look45/60 pts
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45/60 pts
Now You See Me: Now You Don't
Movies/Nov 21, 2025
I'll start this off by saying I have seen too many critics trash this movie and all I have to say is take the stick out of your ass, loosen up and enjoy life.
I'll start this off by saying I have seen too many critics trash this movie and all I have to say is take the stick out of your ass, loosen up and enjoy life.
Worth the look45/60 pts
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45/60 pts
The Running Man
Movies
45/60 pts
Christy
Movies/Nov 19, 2025
Had minimal expectations going into this film and left thoroughly impressed.
Had minimal expectations going into this film and left thoroughly impressed.
Worth the look45/60 pts
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52/60 pts
Bugonia
Movies/Nov 19, 2025
Conspiracies, kidnapping, and just over the top storytelling that makes you go what the F a few times in the last half hour of the movie.
Conspiracies, kidnapping, and just over the top storytelling that makes you go what the F a few times in the last half hour of the movie.
Worth the look52/60 pts
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38/60 pts
Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere
Movies/Oct 29, 2025
The Bruce Springsteen (Jeremy Allen White) biopic was messy.
The Bruce Springsteen (Jeremy Allen White) biopic was messy.
Mixed38/60 pts
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34/60 pts
Good Fortune
Movies/Oct 29, 2025
Two comedic genuises (Aziz Ansari and Seth Rogen) join forces with Keanu Reeves and the expected comedic fireworks fall mostly flat.
Two comedic genuises (Aziz Ansari and Seth Rogen) join forces with Keanu Reeves and the expected comedic fireworks fall mostly flat.
Mixed34/60 pts
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52/60 pts
After The Hunt
Movies/Oct 29, 2025
A movie based on the #MeToo movement is one of the better movies of the year and Julia Roberts gives an Oscar worthy performance.
A movie based on the #MeToo movement is one of the better movies of the year and Julia Roberts gives an Oscar worthy performance.
Worth the look52/60 pts
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45/60 pts
Roofman
Movies/Oct 29, 2025
This is based on the true story of Jeffrey Manchester (Channing Tatum) who escapes prison after robbing a number of stores and lives in a Toys R Us in North Carolina and begins …
This is based on the true story of Jeffrey Manchester (Channing Tatum) who escapes prison after robbing a number of stores and lives in a Toys R Us in North Carolina and begins …
Worth the look45/60 pts
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30/60 pts
Tron: Ares
Movies/Oct 29, 2025
I had not seen the previous Tron movies so take that for what it's worth.
I had not seen the previous Tron movies so take that for what it's worth.
Mixed30/60 pts
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22/60 pts
The Smashing Machine
Movies/Oct 29, 2025
If you are a fan of MMA you may enjoy this one, otherwise I highly doubt it.
If you are a fan of MMA you may enjoy this one, otherwise I highly doubt it.
Mixed22/60 pts
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56/60 pts
Eddington
Movies
52/60 pts
The Life of Chuck
Movies/Sep 30, 2025
I thought this was a fantastic movie.
I thought this was a fantastic movie.
Worth the look52/60 pts
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45/60 pts
Weapons
Movies/Sep 30, 2025
Weapons is an interesting horror film where Cregger is using the genre to make a modern day point.
Weapons is an interesting horror film where Cregger is using the genre to make a modern day point.
Worth the look45/60 pts
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41/60 pts
The Long Walk
Movies/Sep 30, 2025
This movie is based on a Stephen King novel from the late 70's.
This movie is based on a Stephen King novel from the late 70's.
Worth the look41/60 pts
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38/60 pts
The Strangers: Chapter 2
Movies/Sep 30, 2025
The original The Strangers (2008) is one that I still hold as one of the top horror movies of all time.
The original The Strangers (2008) is one that I still hold as one of the top horror movies of all time.
Mixed38/60 pts
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45/60 pts
One Battle After Another
Movies/Sep 30, 2025
Recently released, starring Leo, Sean Penn, Regina Hall and Benicio.
Recently released, starring Leo, Sean Penn, Regina Hall and Benicio.
Worth the look45/60 pts
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45/60 pts
Relay
Movies/Aug 12, 2025
Hitting theaters, August 22nd the movie could not be more relevant.
Hitting theaters, August 22nd the movie could not be more relevant.
Worth the look45/60 pts
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60/60 pts
Good Will Hunting
Movies/Aug 12, 2025
The 1997 film starring Robin Williams, Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Minnie Driver and Stellan Skarsgard has it all.
The 1997 film starring Robin Williams, Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Minnie Driver and Stellan Skarsgard has it all.
Worth the look60/60 pts
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60/60 pts
Seven
Movies/Aug 12, 2025
One of the best movies of the 90's, with a cast that 30 years later still has the megastar draw.
One of the best movies of the 90's, with a cast that 30 years later still has the megastar draw.
Worth the look60/60 pts
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60/60 pts
The Usual Suspects
Movies/Aug 12, 2025
This crime thriller tells the story of a con man, Verbal Kint (Kevin Spacey) and a group of criminals (Gabriel Byrne, Benicio del Toro, Stephen Baldwin, and Kevin Pollak) who ha…
This crime thriller tells the story of a con man, Verbal Kint (Kevin Spacey) and a group of criminals (Gabriel Byrne, Benicio del Toro, Stephen Baldwin, and Kevin Pollak) who ha…
Worth the look60/60 pts
Movies
60/60 pts
Dead Poets Society
Movies/Aug 12, 2025
Some may disagree, but for me this is Robin Williams best acting job.
Some may disagree, but for me this is Robin Williams best acting job.
Worth the look60/60 pts
News and commentary
News/Movies/Sep 13, 2026
Toronto is on day four. You still do not have to be there.
Carpets, surprise screenings, and a city that will be itself again on the 21st. The useful coverage names dates after the festival.
The Desk
News/Movies/Sep 7, 2026
Toronto starts Thursday. You do not have to be there.
TIFF is September 10 to 20. The useful coverage names the pictures you can actually see. The rest is a hotel hallway.
The Desk
News/Movies/Aug 12, 2026
Regal's mystery screening is a better press model
A chain lets people see a movie cold. Critics could stand to remember what that feels like.
The Desk
Commentary/Movies/Jul 14, 2026
The window is the movie
How long a film stays in a theater is now a current event. The art is downstream of the lease.
The Desk