Looking at our collective 2025 reviews, you’d think we were watching three different years of cinema. Same assignment pool—we all see what needs Peetimes—but the responses couldn’t be more different.
Christene saw the most movies this year, and she brought the widest emotional range to match. Horror is clearly her wheelhouse; she’ll give an A+ to Heart Eyes and a “WTF” to Keeper, and both grades feel earned. When she loves something, you know it. When she hates something, you really know it.
Steven got assigned fewer films, but he tends to land the prestige pictures—The Brutalist, September 5, the arthouse fare. His lowest grade is a B-minus. Either he’s generous or he’s lucky with his assignments. Probably both.
Then there’s me, willing to hand out F’s when a movie truly wastes everyone’s time. I reserve my A++ for films that actually respect the audience. We’re all watching movies because someone has to find the Peetimes, but we each bring our own lens to the review. Same job, three very different critics.
Reviews By Dan Gardner (RunPee Founder)
Grade: A++
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The Life of Chuck (Grade: A++) Released: 2025-06-06 Magical Stephen King adaptation with superb performances from Hamill and Ejiofor. Mike Flanagan crafts intricate storytelling worth rewatching. |
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Predator: Badlands (Grade: A++) Released: 2025-11-05 Exceptional action film with meaningful character development. Elle Fanning shines alongside novel Predator-centered perspective. Every fight advances story. |
Grade: A
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Caught Stealing (Grade: A) Released: 2025-08-29 An intense crime thriller with superb performances from Austin Butler. Despite difficult torture scenes, the realistic tone and intricate plotting create genuine emotional investment. |
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Him (Grade: A) Released: 2025-09-19 A heavy, unsettling film about a young athlete drawn into darkness with a legendary coach. Artistically ambitious but emotionally taxing. |
Grade: A-
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Mickey 17 (Grade: A-) Released: 2025-03-07 Original sci-fi satire from Bong Joon Ho. Pattinson excels playing dual roles in dark comedy about exploitation. Refreshingly standalone in franchise-heavy era. |
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Thunderbolts (Grade: A-) Released: 2025-05-02 MCU entry that lowers power stakes for relatable humanity. Florence Pugh leads strong ensemble with emotional depth over spectacle. |
Grade: B+
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28 Years Later (Grade: B+) Released: 2025-06-20 Character-driven zombie apocalypse with Danny Boyle’s direction. Outstanding performances from Alfie Williams and Aaron Taylor-Johnson. Explores family bonds under pressure. |
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F1: The Movie (Grade: B+) Released: 2025-06-27 Good but not great racing film with authentic sequences and Brad Pitt’s confident lead performance. Compelling second-chance redemption narrative. |
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The Long Walk (Grade: B+) Released: 2025-09-12 Stephen King adaptation with visceral acting and emotional depth. Cooper Hoffman delivers impressive lead performance. Themes of strangers forming familial bonds. |
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Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale (Grade: B+) Released: 2025-09-12 A pleasant reunion with beloved characters rather than cinema excellence. Perfect for fans wanting to revisit the Downton world. |
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Regretting You (Grade: B+) Released: 2025-10-24 Well-crafted drama with solid ensemble performances and natural pacing. Nothing spectacular, but consistent character motivations without overplaying the drama. |
Grade: B
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The Legend of Ochi (Grade: B) Released: 2025-04-25 A24’s atmospheric creature-feature coming-of-age story. Subverts E.T. tropes with an isolated, cold setting and embraces ambiguity with folk-horror elements. |
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Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning (Grade: B) Released: 2025-05-23 Visually impressive with strong acting, but muddled plot and underwhelming action sequences compared to previous installments. |
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How to Train Your Dragon (Grade: B) Released: 2025-06-13 Live-action remake with solid Thames performance and impressive Icelandic scenery. Decent but unoriginal adaptation; supporting characters feel too cartoonish. |
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Shin Godzilla (Grade: B) Released: 2025-08-14 Satirical critique of Japanese bureaucracy rather than monster spectacle. Fukushima allegory with dark comedy. Try Godzilla Minus One instead. |
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The Smashing Machine (Grade: B) Released: 2025-10-03 Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt shine equally in UFC champion Mark Kerr’s true story. Character-driven relationship drama outweighs fight sequences. |
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Good Fortune (Grade: B) Released: 2025-10-17 Aziz Ansari writes and directs comedy with Keanu Reeves and Keke Palmer. Funny with mature social commentary, but leaves some potential untapped. |
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The Running Man (Grade: B) Released: 2025-11-11 Solid Powell and Brolin casting but muddled social commentary. Action overshadows world-building and character development. Script needed more rewrites. |
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Wicked: For Good (Grade: B) Released: 2025-11-16 Outstanding performances from Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande with excellent narrative structure. Some musical numbers feel unnecessary, but handles emotional complexity skillfully. |
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Zootopia 2 (Grade: B) Released: 2025-11-26 Engaging animated sequel with humor for children and meaningful themes about diversity, prejudice, and self-reflection. Suitable family entertainment. |
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Eternity (Grade: B) Released: 2025-11-26 Romantic comedy-drama featuring Miles Teller with creative easter eggs. Competent acting but emotionally distant. Better suited for streaming. |
Grade: B-
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Superman (Grade: B-) Released: 2025-07-11 Gunn’s refreshing reboot features Corenswet as a more vulnerable, human Superman. Comedic action sequences work well, though solo fights feel underwhelming. |
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The Fantastic Four: First Steps (Grade: B-) Released: 2025-07-25 A safe, competent superhero film with great ’50s retro aesthetic and balanced characters, but no character evolution. Silver Surfer’s backstory more compelling. |
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Tron: Ares (Grade: B-) Released: 2025-10-10 Competent storytelling with clear character motivations and beautiful visual homage to the original. Jared Leto surprisingly good. Recommended for nostalgic fans. |
Grade: C+
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Elio (Grade: C+) Released: 2025-06-20 Not Pixar’s best. Good moral but frenetic pacing prioritizes hijinks over emotional depth. Less compelling for adults, though kids loved it. |
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A Big Bold Beautiful Journey (Grade: C+) Released: 2025-09-19 Competent character exploration with good performances including Kevin Kline, but emotionally fell short. Nice relationship study that “just didn’t land.” |
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Roofman (Grade: C+) Released: 2025-10-03 True story of rooftop robber Jeffrey Manchester. Channing Tatum delivers believable performance in a role that suits him well, though film feels lengthy. |
Grade: C
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The Accountant 2 (Grade: C) Released: 2025-04-25 Feels like a compressed streaming series with disconnected plot points. Affleck solid, brotherly dynamic works, but weak villain and poor pacing undermine it. |
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Ballerina (Grade: C) Released: 2025-06-06 Ana de Armas delivers solid action in this uninspired John Wick spinoff. Familiar fight choreography, minimal character development, nothing new. |
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One Battle After Another (Grade: C) Released: 2025-09-26 Strong performances from DiCaprio and Penn, but story struggles with emotional investment. Feels like documentary reenactment, lacking character depth. |
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Now You See Me: Now You Don’t (Grade: C) Released: 2025-11-12 Tries too hard to outdo previous installments while neglecting character development. Conflicts resolved through complex magic tricks rather than genuine growth. |
Grade: C-
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Den of Thieves 2: Pantera (Grade: C-) Released: 2025-01-10 Good acting but confusing plot and anticlimactic heist. Implausible character motivations, unclear ending, and unrealistic details like impossibly quick sunrise. |
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Love Hurts (Grade: C-) Released: 2025-02-07 Ke Huy Quan’s charm is praised, but film struggles balancing realism and fantasy. Overly choreographed fights and unnecessary thriller subplot. |
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Nobody 2 (Grade: C-) Released: 2025-08-15 Lacks compelling action, humor, or drama. Dismissed as “family man revenge porn” with zero tension since outcomes are predictable. |
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Avatar: Fire and Ash (Grade: C-) Released: 2025-12-17 Heavily criticized for lack of originality – “the same thing over and over.” Better action than previous film, but uninspired narrative. |
Grade: D-
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Captain America: Brave New World (Grade: D-) Released: 2025-02-14 Boring despite Anthony Mackie’s strong performance. Weak writing, plot holes, inconsistent action logic, poorly developed villain. |
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Jurassic World: Rebirth (Grade: D-) Released: 2025-07-02 Absolutely nothing new to the franchise. Poor writing, inaccurate dinosaur science, weak plot logic. Some entertaining chases, but derivative. |
Grade: F
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In the Lost Lands (Grade: F) Released: 2025-02-28 Impressive production values undermined by terrible story and poorly written dialogue. Only suitable for streaming with friends to laugh at. |
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Fight or Flight (Grade: F) Released: 2025-05-09 Not worth the price of admission. Fundamentally flawed by poorly written script. Some decent action, but writing so bad it’s laughable. |
Movie Reviews by Christene Johnson (RunPee Sis)
Grade: A+
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Heart Eyes (Grade: A+) Released: 2025-02-07 Horror-comedy standout delivering genuine laughs and scares equally. Sharp writing, excellent direction, and strong performances make it perfect Valentine’s Day viewing. |
Grade: A
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One of Them Days (Grade: A) Released: 2025-01-24 Comedy starring Keke Palmer and SZA as best friends racing to avoid eviction. Palmer’s comedic timing shines in this hilarious girls’ night out film. |
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Companion (Grade: A) Released: 2025-01-31 Gripping thriller combining twists with unexpected humor, exploring human-AI relationships. Features Sophie Thatcher and Jack Quaid in an intelligent, emotionally resonant suspense film. |
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Rule Breakers (Grade: A) Released: 2025-03-06 True story of Afghanistan’s first all-girls robotics team. Humanizes women’s rights through authentic performances and nuanced cultural perspective. |
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A Working Man (Grade: A) Released: 2025-03-28 Solid action entertainment anchored by Jason Statham’s committed performance. Intense, well-choreographed fight sequences with the right mix of drama and excitement. |
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A Minecraft Movie (Grade: A) Released: 2025-04-04 Unexpectedly delightful with strong chemistry between Jason Momoa and Jack Black. Vibrant animation brings the blocky world to life for entertaining family fun. |
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Sinners (Grade: A) Released: 2025-04-18 Michael B. Jordan stars in this 1930s Southern period piece about twin brothers confronting darkness. Excels with authentic production design and powerful blues soundtrack. |
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I Know What You Did Last Summer (Grade: A) Released: 2025-07-18 Horror sequel balances nostalgia with modern storytelling. Returning stars bring maturity while exploring how social media complicates hiding secrets today. |
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The Naked Gun (Grade: A) Released: 2025-08-01 Hilarious comedy with Liam Neeson excellently portraying Frank Drebin Jr. Pamela Anderson brings strong chemistry. Delivers consistent laughs with enthusiastic audience response. |
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The Roses (Grade: A) Released: 2025-08-29 Sharp, witty divorce comedy with clever wordplay and strong performances from Cumberbatch and Colman. Fresh take on familiar territory with cutting dialogue. |
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The Strangers: Chapter 2 (Grade: A) Released: 2025-09-26 Horror sequel delivering intense thrills with Madelaine Petsch shining as the resilient protagonist. Masterfully builds tension with unexpected twists. |
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Sarah’s Oil (Grade: A) Released: 2025-11-06 Biographical drama about an 11-year-old Black girl in 1900s Oklahoma using literacy and math to protect her oil-rich land from exploitation. |
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The Housemaid (Grade: A) Released: 2025-12-18 Smart, intense psychological thriller with powerhouse performances from Amanda Seyfried and Sydney Sweeney. A twisted tale maintaining relentless suspense throughout. |
Grade: A-
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Wolf Man (Grade: A-) Released: 2025-01-17 Emotionally resonant horror exploring a father’s struggle to protect his daughter while transforming. Delivers genuine scares with unexpected depth and empathy. |
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The Last Rodeo (Grade: A-) Released: 2025-05-23 Heartfelt drama about pursuing dreams regardless of age. Neal McDonough delivers a compelling performance as an aging cowboy with visceral rodeo scenes. |
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The Conjuring: Last Rites (Grade: A-) Released: 2025-09-05 Emotionally satisfying farewell to the Warrens with standout performances from Farmiga and Wilson. Effective tension-building that honors the franchise’s legacy. |
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Black Phone 2 (Grade: A-) Released: 2025-10-17 Rare sequel that expands on the original’s terror. Atmospheric cinematography, compelling mythology expansion, and genuine horror craftsmanship. |
Grade: B+
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Flight Risk (Grade: B+) Released: 2025-01-24 Mel Gibson’s action thriller starts slow but gains momentum. Mark Wahlberg delivers strong performance while Topher Grace steals scenes with witty sarcasm. |
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Dog Man (Grade: B+) Released: 2025-01-31 Touching animated film that adds humor to important lessons about friendship, bravery, and making good choices. Great for kids under 10. |
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Last Breath (Grade: B+) Released: 2025-02-28 Fantastic survival drama about deep-sea rescue divers based on true events. Tight pacing, edge-of-your-seat tension, and strong performances from Woody Harrelson. |
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The King of Kings (Grade: B+) Released: 2025-04-11 Stunning animated film with vibrant visuals delivering messages about faith, kindness, and courage. Perfect for ages 7-12 with engaging characters. |
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Drop (Grade: B+) Released: 2025-04-11 Entertaining skyscraper thriller with suspenseful whodunit atmosphere. Meghann Fahy delivers a courageous performance. Keeps audiences guessing. |
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Clown in a Cornfield (Grade: B+) Released: 2025-05-09 Refreshing slasher blending nostalgic 80s horror with modern filmmaking. Features a strong young cast, smart characterization, and effective cornfield scares. |
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Lilo & Stitch (Grade: B+) Released: 2025-05-23 Live-action remake capturing the original’s heart with impressive visual effects balancing Stitch’s adorable-yet-mischievous character. Authentic emotional core. |
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The Bad Guys 2 (Grade: B+) Released: 2025-08-01 Solid sequel with deeper character backstories but lacking the original’s magic. Excellent animation and comfortable voice cast make it worthwhile. |
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Light of the World (Grade: B+) Released: 2025-09-05 Charming animated retelling of biblical stories with warm visuals and accessible storytelling. Suitable for families seeking meaningful content. |
Grade: B
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Deliver Me from Nowhere (Grade: B) Released: 2025-10-24 Jeremy Allen White delivers phenomenal performance as Springsteen creating “Nebraska” while battling depression. Authentically raw exploration of creativity born from darkness. |
Grade: B-
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The Monkey (Grade: B-) Released: 2025-02-21 Stephen King adaptation blending horror with dark humor. Features imaginative kill scenes and entertaining gore. Worth watching for fans seeking creative deaths. |
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Novocaine (Grade: B-) Released: 2025-03-14 Action-packed ride with flashy visuals and absurd humor that never hits the brakes. Walking tropes and random plot twist, but entertaining. |
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Until Dawn (Grade: B-) Released: 2025-04-25 Horror-comedy with creative kills and good cast chemistry using a time loop concept. Inventive deaths but rushed pacing. Best for streaming. |
Grade: C+
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Materialists (Grade: C+) Released: 2025-06-13 Dakota Johnson delivers a solid performance, but the film lacks theatrical value. Works as background entertainment; save your money and watch at home. |
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Freakier Friday (Grade: C+) Released: 2025-08-08 Disappointing sequel with forced mother-daughter chemistry, poor pacing, and a recycled script. Some funny moments but fails to capture the original’s magic. |
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Anaconda (Grade: C+) Released: 2025-12-24 Lightweight comedy reboot with Jack Black and Paul Rudd. Delivers humor and nostalgic nods without depth. Perfectly adequate escapist holiday fun. |
Grade: C
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Karen Kingsbury’s The Christmas Ring (Grade: C) Released: 2025-11-06 Faith-based Christmas film with good chemistry between leads. Themes of integrity and love undermined by weak supporting performances. |
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Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 (Grade: C) Released: 2025-12-03 Strong male performances from Hutcherson, Lillard, and Ulrich with nostalgic Scream reunion vibes. Weak female character development. |
Grade: C-
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The Last Supper (Grade: C-) Released: 2025-03-14 Stunning cinematography and settings undercut by weak character development. Viewers struggle to connect with the ensemble cast. |
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Final Destination: Bloodlines (Grade: C-) Released: 2025-05-16 Predictable and formulaic with uninspired script and shallow characters. Death scenes are impressively staged but appeals mainly to franchise fans. |
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Bring Her Back (Grade: C-) Released: 2025-05-30 A24 horror disappoints despite Sally Hawkins’ committed performance. Sluggish pacing and underwhelming grief-driven storyline. |
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M3GAN 2.0 (Grade: C-) Released: 2025-06-27 Abandons psychological horror for generic action and heavy-handed AI themes. Nearly two-hour runtime drags with repetitive fights. |
Grade: D+
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Snow White (Grade: D+) Released: 2025-03-21 Live-action remake lacks Disney magic. Gal Gadot’s performance is painful to watch, pacing issues throughout, and missing the original’s enchanting charm. |
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Hurry Up Tomorrow (Grade: D+) Released: 2025-05-16 Stylish but hollow. Neon cinematography and strong soundtrack, but functions more as an extended music video. The Weeknd’s acting is stiff. |
Grade: D
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Eddington (Grade: D) Released: 2025-07-18 Despite Phoenix, Pascal, and Stone, the film disappoints with painfully slow pacing, unintelligible dialogue, and poorly developed characters. Skip it. |
Grade: WTF
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Keeper (Grade: WTF) Released: 2025-11-20 Terrible chemistry between leads, wooden acting, and significant plot holes. One of the worst movies of the year; avoid entirely. |
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Grade: A+
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September 5 (Grade: A+) Released: 2025-01-17 A nearly flawless film chronicling the 1972 Munich Olympics hostage crisis through ABC’s broadcast control room. Exceptional ensemble cast and journalistic ethics exploration. |
Grade: A
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The Brutalist (Grade: A) Released: 2025-01-24 Epic 3.5-hour post-war immigrant drama featuring Adrien Brody’s career-defining performance as a Hungarian-Jewish architect. Stunning cinematography, masterful storytelling. |
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Black Bag (Grade: A) Released: 2025-03-14 Steven Soderbergh’s intellectually superior spy thriller starring Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett as a married spy couple. Clever plot twists throughout. |
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Ne Zha 2 (Grade: A) Released: 2025-08-22 Stunning Chinese animated sequel with intricate visuals and mythology-rooted storytelling. Emotional family dynamics and comic relief. Mandarin with subtitles. |
Grade: A-
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Better Man (Grade: A-) Released: 2025-01-17 Innovative Robbie Williams biography using a monkey avatar to distinguish itself from typical biopics. Honest portrayal of fame, substance abuse, and 1990s London. |
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Blue Moon (Grade: A-) Released: 2025-02-18 Richard Linklater’s character-driven chamber piece about Lorenz Hart’s final evening during Oklahoma!’s 1943 opening. Ethan Hawke delivers a career-best performance. |
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Warfare (Grade: A-) Released: 2025-04-11 Intense, authentic 90-minute portrayal of a 2006 Navy SEAL operation in Iraq. Co-directed by a SEAL veteran. Exceptional sound design and brutal realism. |
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Weapons (Grade: A-) Released: 2025-08-08 Zach Cregger’s supernatural horror about vanishing schoolchildren delivers unsettling, non-linear storytelling. Strong performances by Julia Garner and Josh Brolin. |
Grade: B+
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Death of a Unicorn (Grade: B+) Released: 2025-03-28 Dark comedy about a vengeful unicorn targeting wealthy elites. Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega have standout chemistry. Entertaining genre-blending chaos. |
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Bugonia (Grade: B+) Released: 2025-10-31 Yorgos Lanthimos’s bizarre thriller has Jesse Plemons kidnapping Emma Stone’s CEO, suspecting she’s an alien. Constant tonal shifts between horror, comedy, and sci-fi. |
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Hamnet (Grade: B+) Released: 2025-11-26 Jessie Buckley delivers a fierce, emotionally raw portrayal of Shakespeare’s wife Agnes. Beautifully acted but may feel slow for non-Shakespeare enthusiasts. |
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Marty Supreme (Grade: B+) Released: 2025-12-19 Timothee Chalamet delivers a standout performance as a morally questionable 1950s shoe salesman pursuing table tennis greatness. Compelling character study. |
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Is This Thing On? (Grade: B+) Released: 2025-12-19 Bradley Cooper directs Will Arnett and Laura Dern as a divorcing couple navigating co-parenting and comedy reinvention. Authentic performances with strong screenplay. |
Grade: B
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The Alto Knights (Grade: B) Released: 2025-03-21 Robert DeNiro portrays two rival 1957 crime bosses with authentic period detail. Excessive narration distracts. Better for history enthusiasts than gangster-genre fans. |
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The Amateur (Grade: B) Released: 2025-04-11 Rami Malek shines in this stylish revenge thriller about a CIA codebreaker turned vigilante. Impressive cinematography but overly complex plot strains credibility. |
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Anemone (Grade: B) Released: 2025-10-10 Daniel Day-Lewis returns in his son’s directorial debut with a mesmerizing performance. Stunning cinematography but glacial pacing suits serious cinephiles over mainstream audiences. |
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Die My Love (Grade: B) Released: 2025-11-07 Lynne Ramsay’s emotionally punishing drama features Jennifer Lawrence’s outstanding portrayal of postpartum depression. Beautifully crafted but relentlessly bleak. |
Grade: B-
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Karate Kid: Legends (Grade: B-) Released: 2025-05-30 Affectionate franchise entry delivering nostalgia and martial arts action. Familiar plot with rushed character development, but skilled choreography resonates with fans. |
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