Tom Hanks wrote and stars in this new war picture, which is an effective exercise in immersion but comes up light in letting us know who these characters are.
It may be a little rough around the edges, but this genre-blending comedy is a fun and clever romp that fully lives up to its kooky title.
BPBS’s Matt Passantino give us his take on the best movies that 2020 has had to offer so far.
Regardless of whether you have read the book, HBO’s new documentary based on the bestselling debut by true crime aficionado Michelle McNamara will immediately pull you in to its tale of terrible acts and a heroic quest for justice.
This PG-13 action-comedy won’t be for the youngest members of the family but they aren’t missing out on much.
New comedy from seasoned political commentator Jon Stewart has a lot on its mind but ultimately falls into a fine-but-forgettable purgatory.
This high-flying thriller is an effective exercise in tension and minimalism that falters in the final act.
The latest Spike Lee joint is a look at the past, tied to the present, all wrapped-up in a sprawling war epic.
Willem Dafoe and Abel Ferrara’s latest collaboration is mostly a pleasant view of living in Rome, but there’s not enough story or tension here to hold the viewer’s interest.
This new Judd Apatow comedy of reminds us of both his strengths and flaws as a filmmaker; either way it is lifted by a personal story by SNL star Pete Davidson.
