Best of 2019: Top 25 Movies
The year 2019 is coming to a close, and that can only mean one thing: it’s time for year-end lists! Over the next few weeks we’ll be revealing our “Best … Continue Reading Best of 2019: Top 25 Movies
Director of the Decade: Denis Villeneuve
With the 2010s coming to a close, Inside The Film Room is awarding End of the Decade Awards to the very best elements of film and entertainment over the past 10 years. Today, Johnny Sobczak is handing out the award for Director of the Decade.
Review: ‘The Rise of Skywalker’ provides a convoluted, but fun conclusion to the ‘Star Wars’ saga
Despite being overwhelmed by two films worth of exposition and plot condensed into one, “The Rise of Skywalker” provides enough satisfying moments to pass as an acceptable finale to the Skywalker Saga. It’s sure to be controversial, revealing rewritten answers to some of the franchise’s biggest questions, and perhaps raising more than it answers – but there’s enough fan service and nostalgia inside to make it work, as long as you don’t think too hard about what actually happens.
The Best of 2019: Breakout Performers
Each year, a handful of newcomers step into the spotlight and truly blow audiences away. Whether it’s on the big screen, in a Netflix series, or in some cases, maybe even both, these rising stars quickly cement themselves as some of the best in the business.
Review: ‘Jumanji: The Next Level’ keeps things fresh with new twists
Just like the video game at its core, “Jumanji: The Next Level,” is even more expansive, entertaining and ridiculous this time around.
Review: ‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood’ struggles to finds its footing without Hanks
The biggest problem facing “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood” comes when Hanks is offscreen. During his limited time, he’s absolutely magnetic, but without him, things tend to drag.
Review: ‘Knives Out’ marks best murder mystery in years
In “Knives Out,” Johnson has crafted a brilliant, fast-paced comedy-thriller capable of perfectly modernizing the classic murder mystery.
Review: ‘Frozen II’ is enjoyable enough, but lacks heart and purpose
When it comes to carrying on the tale of Anna and Elsa, “Frozen II” is fine, however, it does so in a way that’s devoid of any of the heart or purpose that made audiences fall for the story in the first place.
Review: ‘Doctor Sleep’ revisits old haunts with a new, supernatural twist
While it doesn’t channel the same horrors as its predecessor once did, “Doctor Sleep” provides an intriguing exploration of the lore and mythology at the heart of the series.
Review: ‘Marriage Story’ is a near-perfect look at love and heartbreak
With a masterpiece like “Marriage Story,” Netflix looks poised to win big at the Oscars this year.
Review: ‘Parasite’ is a masterpiece from Bong Joon-ho
“Parasite” has been hailed as not only the best film of the year, but one of the best films of the decade. The hype is rightfully earned.
Review: ‘Revolutionary’ visuals can’t save ‘Gemini Man’ from shallow script
A two-time Oscar-winning director teaming up with one of Hollywood’s most loveable leading men? What could go wrong? Well, it turns out the answer is quite a bit.
Exit Survey: ‘Joker’
Todd Phillips’ “Joker” opened this weekend, and the Inside The Film Room staff is here to give you their rapid reactions to Joaquin Phoenix’s take on the Clown Prince of Crime.
Review: ‘Hustlers’ is an instant crime classic
It’s truly impressive when a film is able to take characters who have committed objectively wrong crimes and still compel audiences to root for them. “Hustlers” is able to do just that.
Exit Survey: ‘Ad Astra’
James Gray’s “Ad Astra” opened this weekend, and the Inside The Film Room staff is here to give you their rapid reactions to the Brad Pitt-led space epic.
Bonus Features: ‘John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum’ Special Features Breakdown
Back in May, Keanu Reeves once again proved why he’s the baddest man in Hollywood right now with “John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum.” Now, the Baba Yaga is heading home on Digital, 4K UHD, Blu-Ray and DVD, and he’s bringing a ton of special features with him.