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RETURN TO SILENT HILL – “Is more an assembly of video game cutscenes than a movie, leaving a confusing and oddly flat experience”

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MERCY – “A mildly entertaining sci-fi suspense flick that halfway works, even with its credibility checks bouncing”

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THE RIP – “The A-grade cast drives a superb, steadily mounting spiral of tension and paranoia right up to its twisty finish”

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28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE – “A direct sequel drenched in dread – with a heavy helping of sadistic gore guaranteed to leave no one unshaken”

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IS THIS THING ON? – “A sharply observed relationship study that replaces broad comedy with grownup themes – boosted by terrific performances”

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PRIMATE – “Lean and mean – a wholly effective feral chimp horror experience with major bite”

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WE BURY THE DEAD – “A simmering Australian zombie thriller that dodges many of the usual genre clichés by delivering more contemplative twists”

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THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SEARCH FOR SQUAREPANTS – “Absurd, frenzied, and gleefully ridiculous – which is precisely why it’s a wonderful Spongebob adventure!”

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AVATAR: FIRE AND ASH – “Yet another blitz of striking visual splendor and excitement, albeit with a weaker narrative core”

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SILENT NIGHT, DEADLY NIGHT – “The bloody new twist on the campy holiday-slasher original delivers in all its gruesome vigilante glory”

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JAY KELLY – “A gentle, sentimental, and often funny tribute to filmmaking and the artists who shape it”

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FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S 2 – “A passably entertaining scattershot sequel for the fans – not so much anyone else”

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ETERNITY – “Inventive, heartfelt, and irresistibly fun – a true rom-com gem”

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WAKE UP DEAD MAN: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY – “A strikingly funny and wickedly engaging murder-mystery steeped in questions of faith, conviction, and the slippery nature of belief itself”

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RENTAL FAMILY – “Somber, slightly absurd, but unmistakably human”

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WICKED: FOR GOOD – “Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande reignite the magic splendor, guiding it toward a finale tinged with unexpected (yet welcome) darkness”

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THE RUNNING MAN – “A speedy shot of dystopian action with campy charm to spare – and a surprising amount on its mind”

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NOW YOU SEE ME: NOW YOU DON’T – “Another twisty fun romp – albeit with diminishing magical returns”

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CHRISTY – “Sydney Sweeney delivers a transformative, powerhouse performance that elevates an otherwise uneven biopic”

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PREDATOR: BADLANDS – “Turning a blood-thirsty franchise into a tender PG-13 action extravaganza with heart sounds crazy – but somehow, it works”

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BUGONIA – “A deliriously entertaining descent into societal madness with exceptionally measured turns from Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons”

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SPRINGSTEEN: DELIVER ME FROM NOWHERE – “Jeremy Allen White nails Springsteen’s sound, swagger, and tortured 80s soul — it’s just a shame the biopic around him drags its feet”

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AFTER THE HUNT – “A sharply entertaining, if overly verbose, psychological overload of ‘Me Too’ commentary”

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BLACK PHONE 2 – “An expansive, badass horror sequel that never once loosens its chilling grip”

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ROOFMAN – “A-grade performances and a compelling true story combine for a deeply felt viewing experience”

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TRON: ARES – “The very definition of style over substance – but what style it is, vivid and hypnotically breathtaking”

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THE SMASHING MACHINE – “With grit and heart to spare, Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson surprises and impresses in a stirring triumph-over-tragedy sports drama”

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THE STRANGERS – CHAPTER 2 – “Uninspired, (mostly) uninteresting, and ultimately unnecessary”

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ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER – “Rip roaring entertainment, magnetic performances, and white-knuckle excitement make this a PTA epic in every way”

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HIM – “A hyperactive sports-horror spectacle that slams your senses—sometimes brilliantly, sometimes to the point of irritation”

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DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE – “A wistfully enjoyable conclusion, distinguished by its exceptional costume and production design”

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THE LONG WALK – “Riveting and unsettling in equal measure, with a sharp humanistic edge”

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THE CONJURING: LAST RITES – “Is an atmospheric and heartfelt farewell with some chilling moments – but is ultimately dragged down by its déjà vu story”

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THE TOXIC AVENGER – “Very weird, extremely messy, but surprisingly heartfelt”

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CAUGHT STEALING – “A highly entertaining crime caper – anchored by sharp laughs, gritty violence, and meaningful character growth”

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NOBODY 2 – “A summer action blast of Looney Tunes-style mayhem and over-the-top video game-worthy kills — with all the heart of its predecessor”

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FREAKIER FRIDAY – “Silly nostalgia at its finest – Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis are once again a mismatched delight”

WEAPONS – “A wickedly unsettling mystery thriller that drips with intrigue from its creepy start to bloody finish”

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THE NAKED GUN – “Gloriously dumb and legitimately laugh-out-loud funny – Liam Neeson’s deadpan commitment seals the deal”

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TOGETHER – “An emotionally loaded and viscerally inventive body horror takedown of modern relationships”

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THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS – “Nails the retro-futuristic vibe and cast chemistry, but falls short of delivering any standout Marvel moments”

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EDDINGTON – “Simmering political, ideological, and racial tensions erupt into a brutal and often challenging piece of social commentary”

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I KNOW WHAT YOU DID LAST SUMMER – “Hooks you with nostalgia and the fresh cast, but loses its grip with a ludicrously lame finale”

iknow

SUPERMAN – “Like a timeless action comic come alive in the present day, bursting with vibrant energy, high-stakes drama, and an infectious emotional core”

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JURASSIC WORLD REBIRTH – “Dino-sized set pieces? Check. Eye-roll-worthy clichés? Check. Popcorn-flying thrills? Check, check”

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THE OLD GUARD 2 – “A rushed blur of forgettable action, anemic storylines, and uninteresting new characters”

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28 YEARS LATER – “A visceral, paranoia-fueled zombie frenzy – of the punk rock variety”

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MATERIALISTS – “The most intelligent and endearing deconstruction of human relationships in recent memory”

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HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON – “A faithful and enchanting adaptation that breathes new life – and fire – into the beloved franchise”

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DANGEROUS ANIMALS – “Ruthless and thrilling with a side-door love story — the ultimate summer shark bite”

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BOX OFFICE TOP 5

5.5

Mercy
$11.2 million

7.5

Avatar: Fire and Ash
$7 million

7.5

Zootopia 2
$5.7 million

7

The Housemaid
$4.2 million

8.5

28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
$3.6 million

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