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Critiques With Context
Movie reviews by an experienced movie critic and member of the Critics Choice Association
Review: "Wicked: The Movie"
Will "Wicked: The Movie" defy gravity at the box office?
Drew Moniot
Nov 201 min read
Review: "Nuremberg"
Nuremberg is a movie that should be required viewing--a cautionary tale for everyone and every generation.
Drew Moniot
Nov 173 min read
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Review: 'Promising Young Woman'
Carey Mulligan stars as Cassie, a wickedly smart lady out for well-deserved revenge at any cost in this deliciously dark thriller.
Drew Moniot
Dec 20, 20204 min read
Review: 'Ammonite'
Kate Winslet and Saoirse Ronan heat up the screen as fictional 19th century lovers in this breathtakingly artistic film.
Drew Moniot
Dec 19, 20204 min read
Review: 'Farewell Amor'
Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine’s standout performance in Ekwa Msangi’s romantic drama tops a list of reasons to see this movie.
Drew Moniot
Dec 12, 20203 min read
Review: 'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom'
Oscar-worthy performances by Viola Davis and Chadwick Boseman in his final and most powerful film appearance.
Drew Moniot
Dec 11, 20204 min read
Review: 'Let Them All Talk'
An improved, dialog-heavy comedy adrift at sea with an all-star cast doing their best to tread water and stay afloat.
Drew Moniot
Dec 7, 20203 min read
Review: 'Mank'
Less 'Citizen Kane,' more backstory of Mank's politics and personal demons leading up to his greatest professional triumph.
Drew Moniot
Dec 4, 20205 min read
Review: 'Happiest Season'
Director Clea DuVall creates Christmas magic in this holiday romance co-starring Kristen Stewart and Mackenzie Davis.
Drew Moniot
Dec 2, 20203 min read
Review: 'Dear Santa'
An uplifting holiday documentary film about Operation Santa and the legion of “Adopter Elves” who make Christmas wishes come true!
Drew Moniot
Nov 28, 20204 min read
Review: 'Friendsgiving'
Malin Akerman is the only thing to be thankful for in this misguided Thanksgiving movie.
Drew Moniot
Nov 25, 20204 min read
Review: 'Truth is the Only Client: The Official Investigation of the Murder of John F. Kennedy'
The documentary that tackles the question "did the Warren Commission get it right?"
Drew Moniot
Nov 22, 20204 min read
Review: 'The Life Ahead'
Sophia Loren and newcomer Ibrahima Gueye star in a touching, emotional film reminiscent of the Italian Neorealism classics.
Drew Moniot
Nov 16, 20203 min read
Review: 'Hillbilly Elegy'
Glenn Close turns in yet another Oscar-worthy performance in Ron Howard’s film adaptation. May I have the envelope please?
Drew Moniot
Nov 11, 20203 min read
Review: 'Koko-Di Koko-Da'
Director Johannes Nyholm invites you along on a scary, surreal journey to the center of his mind.
Drew Moniot
Nov 4, 20203 min read
Review: 'Let Him Go'
A showcase for the acting talents of Kevin Costner and Diane Lane--two veteran performers reminding us they are still in their prime.
Drew Moniot
Nov 3, 20203 min read
Review: 'Borat Subsequent MovieFilm'
A one-word review of Sasha Baron Cohen’s new comedy might simply be: “Meh”
Drew Moniot
Nov 1, 20204 min read
Remembering Sean Connery, The Definitive 007
Nobody did it better.
Drew Moniot
Oct 31, 20204 min read
Review: 'Come Play'
A by-the-numbers Halloween horror movie that relies on a bag of cinematic tricks that we’ve seen many times before.
Drew Moniot
Oct 28, 20204 min read
Review: 'The Accidental President'
A riveting documentary about Donald Trump’s improbable path to the presidency sheds light on the question "how the hell did we get here?"
Drew Moniot
Oct 13, 20203 min read
Review: 'We Don't Deserve Dogs'
Filmmakers Matthew Salleh and Rose Tucker blend stunning imagery and sensitive storytelling in this exploration of man's best friend.
Drew Moniot
Oct 6, 20204 min read
Review: 'Dick Johnson Is Dead'
A non-traditional documentary film that breaks rules and begs the question: What constitutes a documentary film?
Drew Moniot
Oct 4, 20204 min read
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