Young CriticJames Mangold delivers Bob Dylan's definitive, if sometimes overly-familiar, biopic Bob Dylan’s enigmatic nature has inspired many films attempting to capture his essence and revolutionary influence. Todd Haynes took the
Young CriticPedro Almodovar's first English-language film is slightly distant Pedro Almodóvar has been hinting at a jump into English-language filmmaking since the late 1980s, yet he previously admitted to feeling intimidated by the
Young CriticThe musical adaptation is winning, if overstuffed Broadway musicals don’t always translate seamlessly to the big screen. While there have been hits like Chicago (2002), there have also been duds such as Cats (2019) a
Young CriticClint Eastwood's potential final film is his strongest in a decade Clint Eastwood is 94 and yet the American filmmaker has been consistently making films. In the last decade alone, he’s produced eight movies. However, ag
Young CriticThe musical takes heavy inspiration from Almodovar Jacques Audiard is a director known for his deep empathy, using it to tell stories about disparate and diverse characters—from 19th-century American cowboys in The Siste
Young CriticThe Vatican political thriller is gripping if at times melodramatic Vatican politics have long been a rich setting for drama, from Paolo Sorrentino’s The Young Pope (2016) and The New Pope (2020) to Fernando Meirelle
Young CriticThe Pharrell Williams Lego documentary is enjoyable if biased Music biopics employ such a rote and tired structure that it was parodied as far back as This is Spinal Tap (1984) and Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story (2007).
Young CriticAdam Schimberg's film is an intriguing deconstruction of beauty standards Despite advancements in how society treats people who look different, physical attractiveness remains a valuable currency. This theme was central
Young CriticThe SNL origin story is an immersive if shallow watch Saturday Night Live (1975-) has been a staple of New York and American culture since its inception. The show was created and is still run by Lorne Michaels, who has s
Young CriticThe animated film is a surprisingly enjoyable one The Transformers franchise has constantly delivered unwatchable slogs. Diminishing box office returns, lack of story ideas, and the exit of Michael Bay as the franchise d
Young CriticThe layered body horror film delivers Demi Moore's best performance Hollywood has been commenting on how women are discarded as they age as far back as All About Eve (1950). The issue has been discussed for over 70 yea
Young CriticZoe Kravitz's debut is an effective social horror entry The jump from acting to directing is a ubiquitous one, as performers seek to become the multi-hyphenates that the filmmaking industry lauds. However, the transition
Young CriticSean Wang's directorial debut is sweet if slightly scattered Coming-of-age stories are go-to material for first-time directors. It allows them to deliver an authenticity to their journey in becoming artists as well as us
Young CriticThe return of the "merc with a mouth" turns the satire onto the MCU With the acquisition of 20th Century Fox by Disney there was excitement and dread by movie fans regarding the possibilities of melding characters and st
Young CriticThe Pixar sequel retains its' predecessor's emotion and humor, if not its depth Pixar built its reputation on continuously outdoing itself with original and unique concepts. However, like much of Hollywood, the studio ev
Young CriticJane Schoenbrun's latest is a unique yet dense surrealist film A24 has curated a style and following comparable to cult filmmakers rather than a movie studio. It’s bet on auteur-driven projects has paid off with unique f
Young CriticThe prequel to Fury Road delivers on action and backstory Mad Max: Fury Road (2015) was a milestone in action filmmaking, using stunts and practical explosions in daring and impetuous ways, setting the bar for all future
Young CriticDavid Leitch's tribute to stunt work is really a winning rom-com David Leitch and Chad Stahelski reenergized the appreciation of stunt work as they themselves transitioned from being stunt men to film directors. Stahelsk
Young CriticGuy Ritchie's latest is a competently made if unmemorable comedy action flick Guy Ritchie has hit a prolific stage of his directing career, delivering seven directorial projects in the last five years alone (this countin
Young CriticDev Patel's directorial debut is a promising yet patchy actioner Dev Patel has mainly used slim physique as that of an underestimated hero in dramatic films such as Slumdog Millionaire (2008) and Lion (2016) or comedies
Young CriticRose Glass's second film is a straightforward, satisfying thriller When films try to embody a period of the past, there are usually visual, musical, or political references that are made to constantly remind viewers. Emb
Young CriticZelda Williams and Diablo Cody deliver a nostalgic dark comedy Despite being a beloved screenwriter for film fans of the last 20 years, Diablo Cody has only penned 6 feature films. Her distinct and bold style has followe
Young CriticThis musical adaptation of the 2000s classic is surprisingly winning It’s easy to be cynical seeing all the remakes, sequels, and reboots that flood the film market. However, amongst the craze of forgettable IP-milking,
Young CriticThe "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" prequel is sweet if hollow Original films are increasingly rare in the studio system, as confidence in new stories wanes in favor of existing IP. As such we are getting a barrage o