Marie Asner
Tomatometer-approved critic
Biography:
film critic for 21 years
Favorites:
The Godfather Trilogy
Official Website:
http://www.phantomtollbooth.org
The Friend (2024)
84%
4/5
“The dog is really the heart of the film, and Naomi Watts and Apollo blend into an acting team. ” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Apr 24, 2025
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A Working Man (2025)
49%
3/5
““A Working Man” pulls together better than the usual snatch-and-grab-for-ransom films. ” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Apr 14, 2025
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Kung Fu Rookie (2024)
3/5
“So, martial arts fans, here is the film for you--- a first-rate action film from Kazakhstan.” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Apr 7, 2025
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Rule Breakers (2025)
84%
3/5
“It takes courage and stamina to reach your goal, but it is worth it. What obstacles confronted the women of Afghanistan in achieving their goals is still going on. Progress is slow, but it is happening.” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Mar 25, 2025
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Old Guy (2024)
29%
2/5
“As far as acting is concerned, Christoph Waltz is better than the dialogue but not given an opportunity to really bring it forth. ” –
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Mar 13, 2025
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Paddington in Peru (2024)
93%
4/5
“You are in a comfort zone and it is only you and the bear with a generous smile. Enjoy.” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Mar 4, 2025
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Into the Deep (2025)
24%
3/5
“Those who are based on land will enjoy the film, while those based on the water may see this as an average film. ” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Feb 14, 2025
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Brave the Dark (2023)
74%
3/5
“All in all, this is a true story brought to life on the screen and showing how grief can be opened up, let out, explored and put in a special place. ” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Feb 4, 2025
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The Last Showgirl (2024)
83%
3/5
“All in all, “The Last Showgirl” is a film of living too long in one dream and when the end of the dream of coming, is there another dream behind or just plain life. ” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Jan 31, 2025
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Maria (2024)
75%
2/5
“Angelina Jolie is the one who bravely takes the role with an average performance.” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Jan 8, 2025
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Gladiator II (2024)
70%
3/5
“It is Denzel Washington, who steals the scenes.” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Jan 7, 2025
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Wicked (2024)
87%
3/5
“You defy it and fly away to what your heart desires and in this case, it is a comfortable theater seat and popcorn.” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Dec 24, 2024
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A Real Pain (2024)
96%
3/5
“Life is complex and this film is one study of just that. It is a road show where bits of "road" fall off and "show" becomes showing each other what is really inside themselves.” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Dec 16, 2024
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Juror #2 (2024)
93%
3/5
“The film is a study in tension.” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Dec 3, 2024
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Conclave (2024)
93%
4/5
“A marvel in acting. ” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Nov 22, 2024
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Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin. (2024)
67%
4/5
“This is an emotional journey through time as we see the advancement of cruelty and downright barbarism. The drama that Bonhoeffer raises upon his family is, also, heart rendering.” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Nov 11, 2024
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White Bird (2023)
76%
“Helen Mirren as Grandmother Sara, carries her role well as she tells the story, while Ariella Glaser as the young Sara, does just as well in a demanding role.” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Nov 6, 2024
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Wolfs (2024)
67%
3/5
“Director Jon Watts sets his scenes well and lets Pitt and Clooney work together while the other actors come and go.” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Oct 15, 2024
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Slingshot (2024)
38%
2/5
“This could have made a better novel, perhaps, than a movie.” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Sep 27, 2024
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My Penguin Friend (2024)
86%
“ Acting is well done, and Jean Reno never gives a dull performance.” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Sep 21, 2024
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Between the Temples (2024)
85%
““Between the Temples” is a disappointment and I was expecting more. ” –
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Sep 12, 2024
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In the Rearview (2023)
100%
““In The Rearview” is a new way of presenting evacuation under pressure. ” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Sep 6, 2024
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Deadpool & Wolverine (2024)
78%
“What do we end up with? Kind of a dead wolf that is brought back by Deadpool.” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Aug 22, 2024
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The Philadelphia Eleven (2023)
““The Philadelphia Eleven” moves smoothly from one section to another with photography giving you a close look at what was religiously happening at that time. ” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Aug 2, 2024
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Despicable Me 4 (2024)
56%
“This film is a summer gem.” –
Phantom Tollbooth
Jul 29, 2024
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