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David Gonzalez

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David Gonzalez is the founder and chief film critic of The Cinematic Reel (formally Reel Talk Inc.) and host of the Reel Chronicles and Chop Talk podcasts. As a Cuban American independent film critic, David writes fair and diverse criticism covering movies of all genres and spotlighting minority voices through The Cinematic Reel. David has covered and reviewed films at Tribeca, TIFF, NYFF, Sundance, SXSW, and several other film festivals. He is a member of the Hollywood Critics Association (HCA), New York Film Critics Online (NYFCO) and Latino Entertainment Journalists Association (LEJA).

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Thunderbolts* (2025) 89% 4.5/5 “By prioritizing practicality and character work over an overload of VFX and easter eggs, Thunderbolts* carves out one of the most grounded and effective entries the MCU has delivered in quite some time.” – The Cinematic Reel Apr 29, 2025 Full Review Drop (2025) 84% 4/5 “Christopher Landon’s Drop subverts predictable expectations, delivering a suspenseful and ambitious homage to the Hitchcockian whodunit. The true irony of Drop is in its ability to turn a first date gone wrong into the perfect date movie.” – The Cinematic Reel Apr 11, 2025 Full Review Sinners (2025) 98% 4.5/5 “Powered by its grand IMAX scope, the film unleashes a visual intensity as it maneuvers through its layered themes while embracing its magnetic music, sex appeal, and ultra violent madness. Sinners is sure to take a bite out of every “Best of 2025” list.” – The Cinematic Reel Apr 11, 2025 Full Review The Luckiest Man in America (2024) 66% 2.5/5 “Despite a tremendous Paul Walter Hauser performance, The Luckiest Man In America feels like a missed opportunity that stumbles under the weight of its uneven pacing and an abrupt finale that left me unsatisfied.” – The Cinematic Reel Apr 4, 2025 Full Review Hell of a Summer (2023) 52% 3.5/5 “With dark satirical comedy and gnarly kills, Finn Wolfhard and Billy Byrk’s Hell of a Summer blazes through its ’80 slasher homage in deliciously entertaining fashion. ” – The Cinematic Reel Apr 4, 2025 Full Review Warfare (2025) 92% 4.5/5 “Brutal. Uncompromising. Unrelenting. Warfare isn't just a war film, it's an experience. Garland and Mendoza strip away the spectacle, delivering a raw, nerve-wracking descent into the world of modern combat.” – The Cinematic Reel Mar 28, 2025 Full Review Novocaine (2025) 81% 4/5 “What happens when you mix a romantic comedy with a gnarly, non-stop action spectacle? Novocaine answers that question with a high-octane cinematic blast! Weaving sharp humor seamlessly with maddening chaos.” – The Cinematic Reel Mar 11, 2025 Full Review Black Bag (2025) 96% 4.5/5 “A sleek, tightly wound 90-minute spy thriller, brimming with tension and irresistibly stylish filmmaking. Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender’s chemistry is intoxicating as they bounce off David Koepp’s crackerjack dialogue with effortless precision. ” – The Cinematic Reel Mar 6, 2025 Full Review Selena y Los Dinos (2025) 93% 3.5/5 “Isabel Castro’s Selena y Los Dinos illuminates unseen facets of Selena’s life through family archives and interviews, crafting a compelling and deeply personal exploration of what made her so beloved.” – The Cinematic Reel Mar 5, 2025 Full Review Twinless (2025) 95% 3.5/5 “Twinless. A film that navigates the complex nature of grief, self-discovery, and the deep desire for companionship, Twinless blends emotional depth with moments of sharp, dark humor.” – The Cinematic Reel Mar 5, 2025 Full Review Plainclothes (2025) 79% 3.5 “Plainclothes cements itself as one of Sundance 2025’s most compelling and insightful entries—an urgent, important film for an equally important time in our society. ” – The Cinematic Reel Mar 5, 2025 Full Review Omaha (2025) 88% 4/5 “Cole Webley’s powerhouse debut, Omaha, delivered an emotional knockout. Exploring the dynamics of parenthood, sacrifice, and resilience, Omaha is a striking and profoundly moving portrait of a family in crisis.” – The Cinematic Reel Mar 5, 2025 Full Review Mickey 17 (2025) 77% 4.5/5 “Mickey 17 succeeds as a mind-bending, existentially rich, and darkly comedic ride. Led by a captivatingly unhinged Robert Pattinson and a wonderfully sleazy Mark Ruffalo, the film is an absurdist satire and a welcomed return hit of the Bong.” – The Cinematic Reel Mar 4, 2025 Full Review Nosferatu (2024) 84% 5/5 “Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu cements his place as a master of the macabre. Evoking terror and intoxicating dread, the film pays homage to F.W. Murnau’s silent classic while establishing itself as its own grotesque and sinister entity. ” – The Cinematic Reel Dec 12, 2024 Full Review Wicked (2024) 87% 4.5 “Jon M. Chu’s Wicked defies gravity—and expectations. It’s a cinematic yellow brick road of stunning visuals, intricate production design, dazzling costumes, and impeccably crafted musical numbers. ” – The Cinematic Reel Nov 19, 2024 Full Review Rumours (2024) 75% 2/5 “Though the cast, including Academy Award winner Cate Blanchett and Charles Dance, deliver strong performances, Rumours ultimately fails to create noteworthy characters or commentary, leaving it with little to say.” – The Cinematic Reel Oct 9, 2024 Full Review Emilia Pérez (2024) 71% 1.5 “In another universe, Emilia Perez may live up to its potential, but here, it falls short—making it not just one of NYFF62’s biggest disappointments, but one of the year’s biggest misses.” – The Cinematic Reel Oct 9, 2024 Full Review The Seed of the Sacred Fig (2024) 97% 3.5/5 “Rasoulof’s film is a cerebral, slow-paced examination of a country’s political landscape and its impact on the familial home featuring harrowing performances from Soheila Golestani, Mahsa Rostami, and Setareh Maleki.” – The Cinematic Reel Oct 9, 2024 Full Review Nickel Boys (2024) 91% 3.5/5 “Nickel Boys is a case where the bold, ambitious storytelling choices are deeply admired, even if not fully loved on my end. Despite my reservations, the film is innovative, important, and deserving of multiple viewings and discussions.” – The Cinematic Reel Oct 9, 2024 Full Review Maria (2024) 75% 4/5 “A meticulous and shattering insight into the life of opera singer Maria Callas. Echoing moments from Billy Wilder’s Sunset Boulevard, Maria serves as a poignant swan song for Larraín’s unofficial trilogy.” – The Cinematic Reel Oct 9, 2024 Full Review Anora (2024) 93% 5/5 “Blending elements of Pretty Woman with After Hours, Sean Baker delivers his best film to date—an emotional and exhilarating achievement that showcases his ability as a storyteller and his dedication to championing the unseen.” – The Cinematic Reel Oct 9, 2024 Full Review The Brutalist (2024) 93% 5/5 “In the spirit of Hollywood’s grand epics, Brady Corbet crafts a modern-day masterpiece with The Brutalist. It’s a monumental achievement in cinema that warrants overwhelming praise. From its technical brilliance to its haunting score and stunning ensemble” – The Cinematic Reel Oct 9, 2024 Full Review Terrifier 3 (2024) 78% 4/5 “Damien Leone's Terrifier 3 is a welcomed return to the clown café—bloody, gruesome, and unapologetically gnarly. Blending slasher lore with dark humor, the film remains as brutal as ever and definitely not for the faint of heart.” – The Cinematic Reel Oct 9, 2024 Full Review The 4:30 Movie (2024) 71% 4/5 “Kevin Smith’s The 4:30 Movie is a charming slice-of-life coming-of-age tale that not only embraces young love but serves as a love letter to cinephiles, friendships, and the multiplex experience. ” – The Cinematic Reel Sep 13, 2024 Full Review The Substance (2024) 89% 5/5 “Coralie Fargeat’s The Substance stands as 2024's most intoxicating cinematic experience. A newly minted body horror classic, it offers a fresh take on the depths of human ambition & playing with nature while homaging body horror classics of yesteryear. ” – The Cinematic Reel Aug 22, 2024 Full Review
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