This sixth entry in the franchise and first since 2011’s Final Destination 5 benefits from an engaging narrative that shakes up the usual story and some creative murder set pieces.
This adaptation of Stephen King’s short story turns into an engagingly offbeat comedy punctuated by sudden, sometimes shockingly gruesome scenes of violence.
Slick direction from Andy Tennant and an especially engaging lead performance by Isabelle Fuhrman make this a nifty little thriller that never wears out its welcome.
Despite an interesting premise and a terrific cast, this murky mess feels like it was cobbled together from a bare minimum of available elements.
A heavy dose of wink-wink comedy, over-the-top gore effects, and a pair of appealing lead performances make this one a lot of fun, even if the horror elements are largely undercut.
This trippy, beguiling film unfolds with dream logic and casts a spell over the audience while keeping us at arm’s length for the duration.
If this is Marvel’s answer to The Suicide Squad, it feels a lot closer to the much-derided 2016 version than James Gunn’s 2021 revision.
This modest but engaging feature from director Duncan Skiles (The Clovehitch Killer) thrives on the dynamic between its characters and two compelling lead performances.
This action film from the director of The Raid features a contrived and often illogical narrative but enough brutal slam-bang action to warrant a recommendation for genre fans.
Despite an innovative premise, solid effects work, and standout scenes of terror, this one devolves into an unusually tedious sit that is unlikely to satisfy fans of the game.
Thanks to a character-driven narrative and first-rate performances from Affleck and Bernthal, this one exceeds expectations and delivers a more satisfying experience than the original.
This masterfully-crafted film from director Ryan Coogler contains some unforgettable musical sequences and a pair of dynamite performances from Michael B. Jordan.
The slick production values suggest there’s some entertainment value here, but the mind-numbing script might lower your IQ the longer you longer you keep watching.
This borderline experimental film from writer-director Brian Skiba feels more like outsider art than anything its respectable cast would indicate. You have been warned.
This espionage thriller boasts a captivating performance from Malek and slick direction from James Hawes, but also a tangled mess of a plot that fails to connect on multiple levels.
This spy thriller from the Robert Littell novel is worth revisiting with the release of a 2025 remake starring Rami Malek in cinemas worldwide this weekend.
A unique setting, taut direction, and engaging performances keep Drop compulsively watchable despite an underwritten script that leans far too heavily on familiar thriller tropes.
This old-fashioned, no-nonsense thriller doesn’t waste a second of screen time, and represents director Steven Soderbergh‘s best film in years.
This high-concept, white-knuckle thriller benefits greatly from two powerhouse performances and inventive filmmaking from director David Yarovesky.
This one never deviates from the usual John Wick formula, but committed work from lead Jason Statham keeps it firing on all cylinders despite a lengthy runtime.
Some inspired action sequences and an appealing performance from Jack Quaid make this one genuinely fun throughout.
This collaboration between Paul W.S. Anderson and George R.R. Martin is more Resident Evil than Game of Thrones, but holds a certain trashy appeal.
Chris Pratt and Millie Bobby Brown wander a narrative void in this technically first-rate film that requires viewers be doing something else while “watching” it.
William Tell may not hit a bullseye, but with rousing action, a commanding lead, and an expertly-crafted apple-shot centerpiece, it still finds its mark.