Movie reviews of George Wolf

A mystery with as much to say about parenting as posting, and a remarkably in-the-moment statement. Review

The parts are all here and competently assembled, but the punch of the bigger themes Noer and Guzikowski are aiming for never land flush. Review

The film has moments of promise that are quickly snuffed out by exposition that’s neither needed, wanted or interesting. Review

A goofy, enjoyable time-waster. Review

Settles awkwardly between a child’s fable and wistful remembrances from grandparents. Review

Reaches a memorable height, becoming both an urgent social comment and an exciting filmmaking debut. Review

Say what you what about the summer movie season so far, Fallout is here to make you remember how breathlessly fun it can be. Review

You may know where The Cakemaker is going, but getting there is a sweet and satisfying trip. Review

Does a great job upholding the integrity of the “real time computer screen” gimmick. But from the opening setup, this one carries more eerie authenticity. Review

Does offer plenty to like but little of it can match the style or the vibe of the original. Review

Broaching a variety of relevant social concerns without ever raising its voice, yet cutting so deeply you may not get out of the theater with dry eyes. Review

Wins you over with pure “are you not entertained?” tenacity. Review

An emotional ride, a thorough and respectful take on a mysterious, superstar life. Review

Has an unassuming vibe that is infectious fun, and the perfect palate cleanser before another bite of Thanos. Review

For those enthralled by such things (my hand is up) it might as well be mountain porn, questioning our fascination even as it’s feeding it. Review

Basketball fans will appreciate a few self-aware inside gags, but with the novelty of the superstar-in-disguise long gone, Uncle Drew feels like little more than the corporate branding love child of Pepsi and Nike. Review

Its power comes from its intimacy, getting just close enough to a mysterious, fascinating figure without disrespecting that figure’s commitment to mystery. Review

Stays funny and hip throughout, pausing just long enough to reflect on friendship and adulthood without getting sappy. Review

Ranks as one of the best Pixar sequels, even with all it leaves on the table. Review

Getting the competing themes to work in unison is no easy feat, and this latest film version is a well-intentioned testament to that very challenge. Review

The film’s tale is truly compelling, and it does deliver satisfying stretches while staying cautious of any narrative risks that might seem disrespectful. Review

Weisz, McAdams are Nivola are all wonderful, crafting resonant characters as Lelio slowly builds the drama of a conflicting, scandalous triangle. Review

Book Club can’t dig any more than surface deep, and even with all this talent, it never shows the confidence in character that elevates Meyers’s best. Review

Sneaky in the ways it touches you. Light and breezy on the outside, it’s a film with a joyful heart that can’t be denied. Review