Movie reviews of George Wolf

2017, Drama, Comedy

The comedy is dark and biting, the performances sharp and well-defined.

2017, Drama, Music

Loses the chance to show us the depth that made him an icon.

2017, Adventure, Animation, Comedy

Rebounds nicely, but still can’t match the meaningful substance of Pixar’s best.

2017, Drama, War

At times tense, loving, and even goosebump-worthy, Megan Leavey is a fine reminder that family comes in all breeds.

2017, Drama, Horror, Suspense, Mystery

In asking those unsettling questions, It Comes at Night becomes a truly chilling exploration of human frailty.

2017, Drama

With Cranston, the man makes it worth watching, even when the show can’t quite keep up.

2017, Comedy

Through subtle storytelling and stellar performances, it finds meaning in places rarely explored this effectively...

2017, Drama

Familiar in theme but illuminating with its intimacy, Chuck is a fascinating glimpse at life imitating art imitating life.

2017, Action, Comedy

Damian Shannon and Mark Swift are able to tap into a witty and breezy R-rated vibe that tests some crude waters without ever diving in.

2017, Drama, Comedy, Suspense

A smart, detailed film as compelling as any political thriller, yet as familiar as your last little white lie.

2017, Action, Comedy

These two leads deserve better than a by-the-numbers romp with only scattershot giggles.

2016, Drama, Horror, Crime

The three leads, all impressively committed, find the layers necessary to make the terror resonate deeply...

2017, Adventure, Action, Comedy, Science fiction

But when a rehash serves up this much wit, eye candy and escapist fun, you know what they say…

2016, Drama

A moving portrait of the long term consequences of seemingly harmless choices.

2017, Drama, Suspense, Science fiction

While the film takes on a serious and credible subject, it only seems interested in diving surface deep.

2016, Fantasy, Drama, Comedy, Science fiction

Vigalondo is committed to the end, delivering a strange but satisfying in-the-moment fable.

2016, Documentary

Undercuts the brilliance of its pictures with overly simplistic, often manipulative storytelling.

2017, Documentary

As enthralling as the historical footage may be, it’s an equal treat to hear the behind-the-scenes story from the men themselves...

2017, Drama, Comedy, Crime

A caper full of obvious writing, cheap slapstick and dressed up sitcom filler.

2016, Drama, History, Love

Has a grace and maturity in it’s arc, understated but emotionally satisfying.

2017, Drama, Action, Suspense, Science fiction

Ironically, with a moral so consumed by the preservation of humanity, Ghost in the Shell doesn’t give you much to think about.

2017, Adventure, Action, Science fiction

For an origin story, we get stitched-together remnants of better movies and warmed over teen angst.

2016, Documentary

Becomes both a sober reminder that the fight continues, and an uplifting ode to fight on.

2017, Fantasy, Love

Devotees of the original will have their nostalgia rewarded...