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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”

Running-Man

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

nysm

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

APOPKA

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

pred

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

bugo

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”

brucesping

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

after

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

bp2

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

roofman

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

trona

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

smashing

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

strangers 2

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

obaa

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

HIM

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

datgf

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

longwalk

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

tclr

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

toxic

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

Caught-Stealinng

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”

nobod2

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”

Weapons

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

nakedgun

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

together

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

fffs

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

eddington

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”

superman

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

jwre

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

oldguard2

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”

materialists

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

howto

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

danima

FROM THE WORLD OF JOHN WICK: BALLERINA – “A slick spin-off that packs the Wick punch and unveils a worthy new lead in Anna de Armas”

ballerina

KARATE KID: LEGENDS – “A cheesy, breezy blast of nostalgia, charm, and martial arts action”

KKL

MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – THE FINAL RECKONING – “A fitting franchise farewell with over-the-top blockbuster action of the breathtaking variety”

mifr

FINAL DESTINATION BLOODLINES – “Gruesome, bloody, and outrageously fun – the paranoid-fueled doom ride you hoped for”

final-destination-bloodlines

FIGHT OR FLIGHT MOVIE – “Gonzo action fun at 37,000 feet that’s fueled by a wildly committed Josh Hartnett”

fightflight

CLOWN IN A CORNFIELD – “Not ground-breaking in the slightest, but a slash-happy good time rooted in ’90s teen horror camp”

clowncornfield

THUNDERBOLTS* – “Complex heroes and standout performances mark a strong return to form for the MCU”

thunder

UNTIL DAWN – “Plays out as a passable slice of horror that’s buoyed by just enough intriguing story elements”

untild

THE ACCOUNTANT 2 – “A well-calculated buddy action-comedy that ups the ante from its predecessor”

account

SINNERS – “A steady climb toward total vampire mayhem and musical-infused madness “

Sinners

WARFARE – “Visceral and raw – a film that hits you deep in your gut”

warfare

THE AMATEUR – “A confident thriller that mixes Jason Bourne with Mr. Robot”

The_Amateur

A MINECRAFT MOVIE – “Creatively crafted with vibrant colours, rich details, and a playful touch of silliness”

minecraft-movie

DEATH OF A UNICORN – “An intriguingly strange and refreshingly original black comedy creature feature”

unicorn

A WORKING MAN – “Another serviceable Jason Statham one-man-army tale of vengeance”

awm

SNOW WHITE – “Nowhere near the fairest live-action remake of them all”

snow white

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BOX OFFICE TOP 5

7.5

Predator: Badlands
$40 million

5

Regretting You
$6.7 million

9

Black Phone 2
$5.2 million

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Sarah's Oil
$4.3 million

7

Nuremberg
$3.9 million

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