Charles Johnston
Charles Johnston's reviews only count toward the Tomatometer® when published at Tomatometer-approved publication(s).
Cheech & Chong's Last Movie (2024)
86%
“For fans of the trailblazing, pot-smoking comedy duo, this buzzy and honest exploration of their phenomenon is a delight, but its ambition can overwhelm it.
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Spectrum Culture
Apr 28, 2025
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Gunslingers (2025)
5%
“A film so cobbled together it seems like it was churned out under duress.
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Spectrum Culture
Apr 15, 2025
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Eric LaRue (2023)
71%
“Judy Greer is exceptional in a film showcasing top-notch performances, but the adaptation from stage to screen never feels complete.
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Spectrum Culture
Apr 10, 2025
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Ash (2025)
73%
“A fun feast for the senses – with lush visuals and a rich soundtrack – but also a clear case of style over substance.
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Spectrum Culture
Mar 21, 2025
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Borderline (2025)
56%
“Despite an intriguing premise, this film’s miscalculated decision to double down on being set in the ‘90s by also being a Tarantino knockoff sets it up for unnecessary failure.
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Spectrum Culture
Mar 17, 2025
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The Fetus (2025)
“The Fetus wallows in a genre known for light-hearted dreck and guilty pleasure viewing but is also so spiritedly well-made that it feels like finding a gemstone at the junkyard.
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Spectrum Culture
Mar 13, 2025
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Seven Veils (2023)
77%
“The elements that make Atom Egoyan’s films so elegant, sensual and mysteriously alluring decorate every inch of his latest work, but it’s like watching a pot that never boils.
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Spectrum Culture
Mar 10, 2025
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Rounding (2022)
63%
“A creepy and unsettling drama that manages to weave an intriguing web of mystery while highlighting the very real psychological toll associated with a career in health care.
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Spectrum Culture
Feb 20, 2025
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Like Father, Like Son (2025)
7%
“Even an always reliable Dermot Mulroney can’t save this abominable film.
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Spectrum Culture
Feb 4, 2025
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Bloody Axe Wound (2024)
27%
“Bloody Axe Wound is not funny, gory or weird enough to be the ‘80s schlock movie it wants to be.
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Spectrum Culture
Jan 9, 2025
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Elton John: Never Too Late (2024)
77%
“A bedazzling documentary that counts down Elton John’s return to Dodger Stadium, looking back at his highest highs, lowest lows and quest for personal happiness.
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Spectrum Culture
Dec 12, 2024
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The Order (2024)
92%
“This riveting thriller, about an early ‘80s hunt for a racist militia with nefarious plans to overthrow the US government, feels extra vital due to its relevance today.
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Spectrum Culture
Dec 9, 2024
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Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin. (2024)
67%
“Noble intentions and important subject matter are undone by a ham-fisted approach.
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Spectrum Culture
Nov 22, 2024
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Sallywood (2024)
“This experimental biopic – where Sally Kirkland plays herself – is full of charmingly noble intentions, but the end result is a mixed bag.
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Spectrum Culture
Nov 14, 2024
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Small Things Like These (2024)
94%
“A hushed film – full of overwhelming darkness, though occasionally punctured by hints of light – that treats its horrific subject with a gentle subtlety that simmers to a call to action.
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Spectrum Culture
Nov 11, 2024
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Music by John Williams (2024)
100%
“This fast-paced portrait celebrating the enchanting, musical genius of John Williams is appropriately epic and touches on everything, but it never lingers or even catches a breath.
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Spectrum Culture
Nov 7, 2024
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Bad Genius (2024)
72%
“While not quite as raw as its rich source material, this restrained remake of a high school drama inside of a heist movie smooths out the original story and fixes its ending.
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Spectrum Culture
Oct 15, 2024
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The Apprentice (2024)
83%
“Electric performances jump off the screen, and the retro look is immersive, but the movie still rings hollow due to soulless characters and sprinkles of unwelcome humor.
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Spectrum Culture
Oct 14, 2024
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Amber Alert (2024)
63%
“Budget limitations, second-rate acting and an abundance of implausible plot points quickly dampen the spark of this film’s promising premise.
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Spectrum Culture
Oct 1, 2024
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Sleep (2024)
95%
“A psychological horror so straightforward and relatable it makes the simple act of catching a little shuteye look like the most dangerous thing in the world to do.
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Spectrum Culture
Sep 30, 2024
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All Happy Families (2023)
86%
“An indie dramedy that relies heavily on theater conventions, sitcom sensibilities and obvious genre tropes, All Happy Families becomes as stuck in middling limbo as its main character.
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Spectrum Culture
Sep 27, 2024
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The Becomers (2023)
94%
“An eccentric film that manages to rise above its outsider art quality and low budget limitations with an original, thought-provoking love story.
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Spectrum Culture
Sep 11, 2024
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Paradise Is Burning (2023)
100%
“For a slice of life drama, the performances and sense of realism are as good as it gets, but a lack of clarity and true character development leaves it short of changing the game.
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Spectrum Culture
Sep 11, 2024
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The Cowboy and the Queen (2023)
“A stirring portrait of the 32-year friendship between a sensitive horse trainer from California and the queen of England as they bond over horses and change each other’s lives.
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Spectrum Culture
Sep 11, 2024
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