Project Power
Brutal violence, profanity and drug use ultimately undermine this pseudo-superhero project’s empowerment aspirations.
Sputnik
Once the blood starts to fly, this Russian horror film drowns in its own vat of hemoglobin.
The High Note
Despite its feel-good messages about friendship and perseverance, The High Note still hits some low notes, too.
The Wretched
The central premise here is so ghastly that we should be revolted, not entertained.
How to Build a Girl
This film has moments of insight, wit and even beauty. But that goodness can be overwhelmed with all the badness in play.
An American Pickle
An American Pickle is a little like a pickle itself: A little sour and a little sweet.
Waiting for the Barbarians
The book may well have been a masterful allegory, but the film rendition is far less so.
Made in Italy
Made in Italy is rightfully rated R for its harsh language, it also teaches the importance of drawing closer to those you love through the pain of loss.
Work It
While there’s a lot to like here, there’s also plenty that might leave you feeling a little off beat.
Inception
Leonardo DiCaprio, you might say, has a dream job. After he punches the clock as Cobb, he jumps into … somebody else’s dreams. He is, essentially, a thought-thief, rooting around in other people’s subconscious to extract information—for a price.