Now You See Me: Now You Don’t review: It’s a magical show
‘Now You See Me: Now You Don’t’ brings the fun back into a franchise that faltered a little the last time it took the stage.
On Screen
Smart reviews for the visually obsessed. On Screen features film reviews and festival coverage, spotlighting cinematic craft, storytelling and standout performances.
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The Running Man review: Desperate optimism fuels the action-packed contest
‘The Running Man’ distracts a disgruntled population with lethal game shows, but they may finally get the hero they deserve.
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Die My Love review: Jennifer Lawrence bares her soul
In ‘Die My Love,’ a woman’s imagination blends with reality as she’s overwhelmed by the lonely tedium of her rural home.
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Christy review: Big performances hit hard in the boxing biopic
‘Christy’ recounts a pioneering woman boxer’s life as she fights for recognition in the ring and survival outside of it.
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Violent Ends review: A revenge movie that takes the long way around
‘Violent Ends’ is a protracted quest for vengeance by a man who spent his life avoiding his family’s criminal legacy.
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Black Phone 2 review: A chilling killer’s return
‘Black Phone 2’ is a rare sequel that matches the original’s creepiness, while also reimagining an iconic horror technique.
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Roofman review: Being good-natured doesn’t mean making good decisions
‘Roofman’ is the strange but true story of an escaped convict that found love while hiding out in a toy store.
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Good Boy review: Curiosity killed the cat… and maybe the dog too?
‘Good Boy’ uniquely chooses to inspect a house’s sinister presence through a golden retriever’s perspective, instantly inspiring fear in dog lovers.
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Bone Lake review: Weaponized sex is still no match for a sharp knife
‘Bone Lake’ is a sexy, psychological thriller that should be considered a top October date night pick.
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Review: ‘Eleanor the Great’ seeks solemn solidarity
‘Eleanor the Great’ follows an elderly woman’s misguided attempt to find kinship in the wake of a significant loss.
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Review: ‘One Battle After Another’ is non-stop chaos
‘One Battle After Another’ is a frantic display of social disruption that evolves into a desperate attempt to address past mistakes.
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Review: ‘HIM’ calls some shocking plays off the bench
‘HIM’ is a brutal depiction of male toxicity in sports and an extreme look at the sacrifices athletes make to reach the top.
