NEW
New on Netflix: What elevates it slightly is British comedian Brett Goldstein’s touch, evident in the raunchy dialogue and funny supporting cast
Coming Soon to U.S. Theaters: Perhaps an attempt to make us understand the allure of the fashion world would have given the film a well-needed boost
New in Global Theaters: A box-office hit that gets off to a slow and not terribly frightening start, but improves
RECENT
AI is introduced as a new tool for evil, but the story is lackluster and slapdash
Fans of the director will appreciate some of the film’s twisted, absurdly gory and amusing moments, even if it’s not the knock-out we were hoping for
Intimate, but the stories are underwhelming, and a bad fit
OLDER
Premiered in 1986: Dividing audiences and critics, this undeniably classic erotic drama benefits from its song score and the attractive leads
Premiered in 1987: Plenty of action and explosions keep this ridiculous movie alive, but the banter between the leads is dumb and embarrassing
Premiered in 1991: Too over-the-top for some tastes, but it’s hard to look away from the flashy camera work and that cast
LONGER REVIEWS
Premiered in 1924: A pleasure to behold, with obvious creativity and energy in many scenes
Premiered in 1962: Intense and provocative at the time, the film also has a terrifying score by Bernard Herrmann
Premiered in 1924: A major achievement, Greed draws us into the dark souls of these people