Fifty Shades Darker falls about forty shades off the mark.

The Space Between Us lives up to its promise before crashing to the surface.

Passengers is the perfect film for people disinterested in plot challenges of any type.

La La Land is a far cry from the polished gem of Chazelle’s previous effort.

I wallowed in Allied like an elated pig in a pile of cool summer mud.

The Handmaiden serves up more twists and turns than a 1950s dance marathon.

Easily the best work of Derek Cianfrance’s 30-year career

Me Before You is like watching a Nicholas Sparks story without the absurdity.

The Lobster is a bit like contemplating the 10-pound sack of sugar at Costco.

Love & Friendship feels like an ornate beer stein filled with plain old Budweiser.

My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 sadly feels more like a big fat disappointing sequel.

Knight of Cups will coerce you into contemplating the benefits of seppuku.