While popular franchise films utilizing meta-humor still perform well, the longevity of this approach remains unclear as both the Deadpool and Lego franchises are trending slightly downward at the box office.
Happy Death Day 2U is like watching a million ideas hit the screen at the same time, progressively moving itself to shakier ground before losing any sense of narrative necessity.
Tolkien explores the formative years of the orphaned author as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a group of fellow outcasts at school.
Second Sight’s revival of World on a Wire is vital for not only highlighting one of Fassbinder’s more underrated efforts, but for resurrecting one of the essential texts of science fiction.
Jim Carrey’s performance in The Truman Show is one that deserves to be discussed, as it is one of extraordinary duality, showing his comedic chops in addition to his growing dramatic talents.
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World brings the franchise to a moving conclusion in a way that touches on very relevant themes about animal rights, growing up, and making sacrifices.