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Christopher Nolan's latest cinematic undertaking reinterprets the classic Greek epic as a deeply personal exploration of wartime trauma and lingering psychological wounds, trading standard digital excess for practical craftsmanship and claustrophobic tension in a production that grounds its legendary monsters in a gritty, physical reality resulting in a brilliant melding of monumental scale and intimate human drama.

The latest offering from actor/director Olivia Wilde turns an agonizingly awkward dinner party into a fiercely funny, deeply resonant pressure cooker; anchored by four knockout performances and razor-sharp direction, it’s a sophisticated comedy of manners that cuts right to the heart of modern marriage.

Milly Alcock delivers a fierce, emotionally grounding performance that provides the center of gravity to this latest DC superhero outing, but her standout work is eclipsed by a shaky screenplay, jarring tonal whiplash, and a deeply underwhelming, one-dimensional villain, leading to a film that lacks the dramatic discipline to fully take flight.

This surprisingly poignant epilogue to the MTV-born reality franchise proves it was always built on fellowship, not just juvenile stunts, as it blends shocking new footage with classic clips to act as an elegiac memorial to the crew's quarter-century run.

The fifth installment of Pixar’s signature franchise shows an ever-changing world while also getting back to the heart of the long-running series

This unsettling new coming of age drama is a daring, uneven mix of “Black Swan” and “Whiplash” that doesn’t quite manage to stick the landing.

Steven Spielberg's latest is a strong, confident return to familiar territory that employs emotional wonder and propulsive urgency to tell a story that feels both classic and current. While it doesn’t quite reach the heights of the director's greatest work, it's still a smart, heartfelt studio movie with real craft and personality.

This relatable third-wheel buddy comedy is built on a silly, drug-fueled premise and given heart thanks to a genuinely moving performance by comedic actor Harvey Guillén.

This latest take on the 1980’s Saturday morning cartoon is a visually vibrant, deeply affectionate dive into fan service that shines brightest through bold production design and delightfully campy villain performances from Jared Leto and Alison Brie, but it’s ultimately held back by a wildly uneven tone, flat digital effects, and a disjointed script that leaves its heroic faction trapped between earnest fantasy and modern parody.

This documentary about the unique challenges facing Greenland’s amateur football teams will immerse you in the vibes of a small sports club, and the contrast makes for excellent watching in the run up to the World Cup.