John Hurt. Photo: Paramount

Review: THE ELEPHANT MAN

Cinematographer Freddie Francis creates a shadowy atmosphere, some of his images evoking a sense of dread and horror.


Halle Bailey. Photo: Disney

Quick Take: THE LITTLE MERMAID

The film has appealing, convincing underwater scenes, and Melissa McCarthy is a terrifically evil Ursula.


Ben Johnson, Warren Oates, William Holden and Ernest Borgnine. Photo: Warner

Review: THE WILD BUNCH

Cinematography, directing and editing work in perfect harmony to create explosive action scenes.


Michael J. Fox. Photo: Apple TV Plus

Quick Take: STILL: A MICHAEL J. FOX MOVIE

Watching the star’s daily struggle is tough but uplifting, thanks to his never-yielding sense of humor.


Vin Diesel and Daniela Melchior. Photo: Universal

Quick Take: FAST X

Along with an insane bomb chase, Jason Momoa is a fun ingredient in this overpopulated, silly entry.


Ella Marie Haetta Isaksen. Photo: Mer Film

Quick Take: LET THE RIVER FLOW

It may be somewhat conventional, but this reality-based drama still resonates.


Jennifer Lopez. Photo: Netflix

Quick Take: THE MOTHER

There’s absolutely nothing here that deviates from a well-worn formula.


David Wood, Richard Warwick and Malcolm McDowell. Photo: Memorial Enterprises

Review: IF…

The revolutionary theme will always resonate.