John Hanlon
Tomatometer-approved critic
Biography:
John Hanlon is a freelance movie and entertainment critic based in the Washington D.C. area. Hanlon writes movie reviews for Big Hollywood and conducts celebrity interviews for the blog Backstage Pass. Hanlon has discussed films on the radio on The Dennis Miller Show and The Hugh Hewitt Show. All of his reviews and interviews can be found on his personal site at JohnHanlonReviews.com.
American Underdog (2021)
75%
3.0/4
“This inspiring drama about Kurt Warner delivers an insightful look into a man who never gave up on his dreams and showed the world what true decency looks like.” –
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Dec 22, 2021
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Finding You (2020)
53%
3.0/4
“A satisfying and kind-hearted romantic drama.” –
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May 14, 2021
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A Star Is Born (2018)
90%
4.0/4
“This film takes its well-known story and its well-known actors and shows us something completely fresh and surprising” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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The Nutcracker and the Four Realms (2018)
32%
3.0/4
“A lovely escapist adventure that is magnificently brought to life by incredible production design.” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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The Front Runner (2018)
58%
3.0/4
“This feature is so focused on the big picture of what this scandal means that it oftentimes neglects its unique characters.” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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The Nun (2018)
24%
3.0/4
“A solid addition to this long-running series.” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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Smallfoot (2018)
76%
3.0/4
“With some great songs and a few moments of levity, this animated film is a colorful delight.” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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Operation Finale (2018)
60%
3.0/4
“There are some stumbles in the feature's first half (more editing could've helped) but the latter half makes up for those weaknesses.” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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The Wife (2017)
85%
3.5/4
“A beautiful character study anchored by a tremendous lead performance by Glenn Close.” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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Ant-Man and The Wasp (2018)
87%
3.0/4
“Unlike some of the bigger Marvel movies, this one succeeds by going small (pardon the pun) and focusing on one unique family.” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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Mission: Impossible - Fallout (2018)
98%
4.0/4
“Featuring tremendous action sequences, smart dialogue and emotional depth, this installment is one of the best action movies of the year.” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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Skyscraper (2018)
48%
3.0/4
“There's a lot of fun to be had in this big-budget action thriller that never takes itself too seriously.” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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Dog Days (2018)
63%
3.0/4
“The gentle and kind-hearted message that this family feature offers viewers is something that we could all use in our lives” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018)
47%
3.0/4
“Fans of this series might find something to like here (I did) but others should steer clear.” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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Ocean's 8 (2018)
69%
3.0/4
“Anne Hathaway and Helena Bonham Carter steal the show in this fun escapist drama.” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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Adrift (2018)
69%
2.5/4
“The romantic elements work well enough but some of the emotional moments ring false.” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018)
69%
3.0/4
“It's fun and satisfying but it never reaches the heights it's aiming for.” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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RBG (2018)
93%
3.5/4
“A personal and detailed look at the life and loves of this unforgettable Supreme Court justice.” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
85%
3.5/4
“The emotional stakes are raised in this exciting Marvel entry, which manages to balance all of its storylines remarkably well.” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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The Strangers: Prey at Night (2018)
40%
2.0/4
“There are moments here that the film hints that it could be more than standard fare but it never truly delivers on that.” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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Chappaquiddick (2017)
80%
3.5/4
“A painfully realistic portrait of a tragedy that is too often viewed through a political prism.” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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I Feel Pretty (2018)
35%
3.0/4
“The cast and the writers do enough with the premise to earn a few laughs while also delivering an uplifting message.” –
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Nov 25, 2018
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A Quiet Place (2018)
96%
4.0/4
“This unique horror film offers an emotional resonance that makes it truly stand out.” –
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Nov 24, 2018
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Pacific Rim Uprising (2018)
42%
2.0/4
“A lackluster follow-up that offers a lot of special effects but little character development.” –
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Nov 24, 2018
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Ready Player One (2018)
71%
3.5/4
“Pop culture fans will find something to love in this fun thrill ride.” –
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Nov 24, 2018
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