Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio Review - del Toro Brings the Humor, Heart, and Horror in the Best Pinocchio Adaptation to Date
With his adaptation of the classic Pinocchio tale, Guillermo del Toro plays to his strengths with a horror-filled take on the story we think we know.
Empire of Light Review - A Great Film from Sam Mendes, but Could Use a Script Rework
Nearly two months after seeing it, my review of Empire of Light is finally here!
Abbott Elementary Season 1 Review
Check out Beta-Critic’s review of Abbott Elementary’s first season here!
Devotion Review - Not A Great War or True Story, But A Great Showcase for Jonathan Majors and Glenn Powell
My new contributor, Christian Salazar, reviewed Devotion. Check out his thoughts here!
Everything Everywhere All At Once Review - A Visual & Creative Feast from Daniels
Six months after seeing it for the first time, here’s my review of awards darling Everything Everywhere All At Once!
The Wonder Review - Sebastián Lelio Dazzles With A Thought-Provoking Debate of Science vs. Faith
Sebastián Lelio asks for the audience's devotion, which may divide audiences, but I thoroughly enjoyed it despite its failings.
The Box (La Caja) Review - Lorenzo Vigas Closes Out His Trilogy With A Whimper
The Box (La Caja) is the final film in Lorenzo Vigas’ trilogy about fatherhood. While he attempts to find new ways to tell this story, it ultimately ends up falling flat.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Review - A Funeral for a Friend
In Wakanda Forever, Ryan Coogler hosts a 2-hour and 41-minute funeral for Chadwick Boseman that is simultaneously riveting and confusing.
The Banshees of Inisherin Review: A Feckin’ Good Time
The Banshees of Inisherin is likely Martin McDonagh's best film to date, with a wonderful representation of Ireland, an excellent cast, gorgeous cinematography, and more!
RRR Review: S.S. Rajamouli’s Latest Is a GRRReat Time, but Isn’t without Faults
Beta-Critic reviews Telegu hit film, RRR.
High School Musical: The Musical: The Series Season 3 Episode 8 "Let It Go" Review: A Fitting End to the Summer of a Lifetime
Here's my review of the High School Musical: The Musical: The Series season three finale!
High School Musical: The Musical: The Series Season 3 Episode 7 "Camp Prom" Review: A Not So Groovy Episode
The latest episode of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series season 3 is an awful entry in an otherwise great season.
High School Musical: The Musical: The Series Season 3 Episode 6 "Color War" Review: Sometimes The Best Explosions Aren’t the Ones You See
The sixth episode of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series Season 3 proves that not all of life’s biggest twists and turns are big explosions but rather a quiet whimper.
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law Episode 2 “Superhuman Law” Review: Kat Coiro and Jessica Gao Start Asking the Important Questions About the MCU in a Hilarious and Sociological Follow-Up Episode
The second episode of She-Hulk: Attorney At Law proves that the MCU can handle big issues and can do so with flying colors.
High School Musical: The Musical: The Series Season 3 Episode 5 “The Real Campers of Shallow Lake” Review: A Pitch-Perfect Parody of Reality TV That’s Equal Parts Drama & Fun
The fifth episode of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series Season 3 proves that switching out the formula now and again can have great results.
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law Episode 1 “A Normal Amount of Rage” Review: A Fun Lawyer Show with Tons of Roots in the Marvel Cinematic Universe
She-Hulk: Attorney At Law sets itself apart from previous entries in the MCU Disney+ series by trusting the audience and creative team in one of the best MCU series openers.
High School Musical: The Musical: The Series Season 3 Episode 4 “No Drama” Review: Some Drama Would've Been Nice
Midway into the season, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series fails to pack any emotional weight behind its punches.
High School Musical: The Musical: The Series Season 3 Episode 3 “The Woman in the Woods” Review: The Third Episode Showcases What Makes the Series So Great
After a lackluster episode, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series showcases what makes the series so great in an episode full of twists and role reversals.
Emily the Criminal Review: Not Even Aubrey Plaza Can Save This Uneven Story
As John Patton Ford’s second film, Emily the Criminal, releases in theaters, check out my thoughts on the film here!
Vengeance Review: B.J. Novak’s Directorial Debut Showcases Showstopping Performances, But Buckles Under the Weight of An Aging Script
Here is my review of B.J. Novak’s directorial debut, Vengeance, which is currently in a limited theatrical release from Focus Features.