The Penguin Lessons (2024)
78%
B+
“Overall, the movie is both enjoyable and rewarding, and while it’s hard to believe something like this could have actually happened, it’s fun to learn that not only did it happen, but it was just as impactful to those who were part of it. ” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Mar 27, 2025
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Bob Trevino Likes It (2024)
95%
A
“This is the best film so far in 2025, and an indie that is definitely worthy of a night out at the movies.” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Mar 27, 2025
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Better Man (2024)
89%
A
“I loved it so much I had to watch it again the next day, and now I can’t get the songs out of my head. ” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Jan 15, 2025
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Wolf Man (2025)
49%
B-
“It is effectively scary at times, with a few jump scares, but mostly a slow burn suspense as you know what is coming, but you don’t know how it will be delivered. ” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Jan 15, 2025
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Monster Summer (2024)
57%
B-
“Gibson’s presence definitely gives the film some credibility (and watchability) and he doesn’t simply phone in his role here as you would expect. ” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Oct 10, 2024
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The Apprentice (2024)
83%
A-
“As a very large percentage of Americans, and the world, already dismiss the man as a vile and horrific human being, this project’s true goal, and success, is to serve as more of a villain origin story.” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Oct 10, 2024
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Jackpot! (2024)
31%
C
“While the action is certainly there in spades, the one thing missing is comedy. ” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Aug 15, 2024
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Alien: Romulus (2024)
80%
B
“I’ve always loved the claustrophobic horror that Alien provides, and this one uses that to its advantage big time. ” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Aug 15, 2024
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Twisters (2024)
75%
B+
“By the end you get an even better Twister movie, with better action, better characters, and much better storytelling” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Jul 17, 2024
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Fly Me to the Moon (2024)
65%
B+
“The chemistry between Johansson and Tatum is solid and the film comes off as really sweet, without being sappy in the least. ” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Jul 12, 2024
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Despicable Me 4 (2024)
56%
C
“I’m sure that Despicable Me 4 will make a decent box office, but much of its business is going to be from audience members who wish they were in another room while watching. So once again, we get a film that falls short when it really doesn’t have to.” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Jul 12, 2024
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Kinds of Kindness (2024)
71%
B+
“Here he seems to be going back to a world that is left up to the audience to decide on its meaning and value. Is it about relationships? Is it about religion? There is nothing given easily here. ” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Jul 12, 2024
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Inside Out 2 (2024)
91%
B+
“Just like the first film, the subject matter will cause you to get very self-reflective, causing you to constantly find relatable memories and emotions to go along with what is on screen. ” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Jul 12, 2024
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Bad Boys: Ride or Die (2024)
65%
B
“While I still can’t condone Smith’s notorious Oscar night shenanigans, I still found a way to enjoy his latest outing, leaving the theater with a bigger smile on my face than I thought would be possible for this project.” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Jul 12, 2024
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The Last Voyage of the Demeter (2023)
50%
B-
“...it turns out to be a clever enough side story that feels like a good flashback sequence in a show where we know what happens next.” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Aug 16, 2023
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Haunted Mansion (2023)
38%
D
“By the end of the chaotic mess, it just melts into a forgettable puddle of Disney stew as its one goal of giving relevance to the ride flushes down the toilet.” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Aug 3, 2023
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Barbie (2023)
88%
B+
“...portrays the message that men need women but women, most of the time, only need themselves, but I doubt most will be offended as the harshness is done in a loving and humorous manner that we men are not supposed to understand in the first place.” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Aug 3, 2023
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Oppenheimer (2023)
93%
A+
“In a year that has given us several great films, this one shines above the rest and is the strongest contender for the Oscar so far in 2023.” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Aug 3, 2023
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Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One (2023)
96%
A
“Tom Cruise has one heck of a screen presence and he truly puts his all into the picture.” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Jul 30, 2023
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Beau Is Afraid (2023)
68%
A-
“...it is frightening, and at the same time equally fascinating.” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Jun 30, 2023
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King Richard (2021)
90%
A-
“This is the Will Smith show and everyone else in it is just there to help him along. That being said, I can easily see him winning the Oscar this year for best actor...” –
CrunchOnThis.com
Dec 21, 2021
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House of Gucci (2021)
62%
B+
“...while I still can't even conceive of spending thousands of dollars for their over-priced leather goods, shelling out ten bucks to watch this over-the-top family implode here is totally worth it,...” –
CrunchOnThis.com
Dec 21, 2021
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West Side Story (2021)
91%
A+
“I found the movie to be an electrifying experience and am thankful I got to relive it in this fantastic new visionary creation.” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Dec 8, 2021
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Being the Ricardos (2021)
68%
C+
“Because there are so many narratives going on, the focus of the picture comes across as vague.” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Dec 8, 2021
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In the Heights (2021)
94%
A+
“This is an event that deserves a big screen. Plus, they make you wear masks in theaters so no one will be able tell how much you are crying (and you will cry loads throughout).” –
Houston Community Newspapers
Jun 9, 2021
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