Movie reviews of George Wolf

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

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

A goofy, enjoyable time-waster.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

There’s enough brash boundary pushing to make Tully feel like a film we haven’t seen before, and one we’re glad that’s here.