Scene-Stealers Movie Reviews

Damned-Nation: God Bless “The Damned”

God Bless “The Damned”

Posted 2 weeks ago

A reverse 'Lord of the Flies' with 'The VVitch' vibes, 'The Damned' explores the moral cancers that humanity lets fester and blossom in both life and death.

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No Bark, No Bite: “Nightbitch” is Stinky

“Nightbitch” is Stinky

Posted 3 weeks ago

Amy Adams once again hurts this long time fan.

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Before the Circle of Life: “Mufasa: The Lion King” is a Roar Above the Rest

“Mufasa: The Lion King” is a Roar Above the Rest

Posted 3 weeks ago

The life of Mufasa is explored in this prequel.

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Fang-tastic: “Nosferatu” Sinks Teeth In Deep, Never Lets Go

“Nosferatu” Sinks Teeth In Deep, Never Lets Go

Posted 4 weeks ago

Terrifying, mesmerizing, beautiful yet terrible: this new version of 'Nosferatu' hits for the horror cycle and never looks back.

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Doggystyle: ‘Nightbitch’ Lands in the Doghouse

‘Nightbitch’ Lands in the Doghouse

Posted 1 month ago

'Nightbitch' delivers on its premise in its own not terribly cinematic way, and though underwhelming, showcases Amy Adams at her career best.

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Three Cheers for ‘The Duke’!

A feel-good caper of a flick!

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“Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” Needs a Checkup

by Christian Ramos May 15, 2022 Print Reviews

Doctor Strange is in need of a few supplements to ease confusion.

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‘Doctor Strange’ enters the multiverse of meh-ness (spoiler-free)

by Tim English May 5, 2022 Print Reviews

‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ is full of potential that never fully develops. It’s visually immersive, but never quite leans into its own madness.

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SPOILER ALERT: ‘The Secrets of Dumbledore’ Loses All Magic

by Christian Ramos May 5, 2022 Print Reviews

The latest installment in a sluggish franchise frantically fizzles.

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Two Enter, One Leaves in “Dual”

by Christian Ramos May 5, 2022 Print Reviews

In a future where clones are a norm for those terminally ill, they also get rights to battle against their real selves.

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Cage Goes Meta in Delightfully Joyous ‘The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent’

by Warren Cantrell April 22, 2022 Print Reviews

At once a send-up of Hollywood as well as a heartfelt exploration of success and legacy, ‘The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent’ is poignant and fun.

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‘Unplugging’ Has No Juice

by Jonah Desneux April 13, 2022 Print Reviews

‘Unplugging’ is a Hallmark movie that tries to have a little edge. The themes are out dated and the comedy falls flat. Matt Walsh and Eva Longoria struggle to hold onto the chemistry that can make a film about a couple’s digital detox work.

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‘The Northman’ – Viking Hamlet Slaps

by Warren Cantrell April 13, 2022 Print Reviews

‘The Northman’ might be a little too bloody or juicy for some, but that’s only because Eggers has left so much for audiences to sink their teeth into.

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‘Ambulance’ is Typical Bay Action Porn with a Main Character Problem

by Warren Cantrell April 7, 2022 Print Reviews

‘Ambulance’ is fun enough at times to justify its existence, yet remains tonally inconsistent with a dash of thematic schizophrenia.

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No Treasure Map Needed to Locate Laughs in ‘The Lost City’

by Warren Cantrell March 24, 2022 Print Reviews

Full of laughs from beginning to end and supported by a top-notch cast, one could do worse than spending a few hours getting lost with Channing and Sandy.

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“X”: An Erotic Thriller Even Grandma Will Love

by Christian Ramos March 21, 2022 Print Reviews

Take “Boogie Nights” and mix it with “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre” to give you a product of shocking discovery.

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“Deep Water” is Shallow

by Christian Ramos March 21, 2022 Print Reviews

Too much lurking around sinks this ‘Deep Water’ down hard.

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Pixar Grows Up with “Turning Red”

by Christian Ramos March 21, 2022 Print Reviews

Pixar deals with the most challenging thing in life: growing up and turning into a giant red panda!

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‘Offseason’ Should Stay Closed Year-Round

by Warren Cantrell March 9, 2022 Print Reviews

Blessed with a simple conceit (stuck on a haunted island with no way off), ‘Offseason’ never comes close to bringing all its disparate elements together.

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