The itinerary of a Junior Stargazer convention is spectacularly disrupted by world-changing events.
Movie Review: “Blue Jean” Is More Relevant Than Ever But Dramatically Underwhelming
*Editor’s Note: Excerpts of this review could be perceived as expressions of personal views on matters of current public debate and consideration. The views and opinions expressed herein are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Irish Film Critic. In 1988, a closeted teacher is …
Movie Review: “Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts” Is A Terrific Return To Form For A Franchise That Was On Its Last Legs
Returning to the action and spectacle that have captured moviegoers around the world, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts will take audiences on a ’90s globetrotting adventure and introduce the Maximals, Predacons, and Terrorcons to the existing battle on Earth between Autobots and Decepticons.
Movie Review: “Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse” Succeeds And Falls Short At The Same Time
Miles Morales catapults across the Multiverse, where he encounters a team of Spider-People charged with protecting its very existence. When the heroes clash on how to handle a new threat, Miles must redefine what it means to be a hero.
Movie Review: “Padre Pio” Slowly Unwinds An Inscrutable Tale Of Pain And Conflict
At the end of World War I, Padre Pio begins his ministry at a remote monastery in southern Italy. Soon, his charisma and storied visions bring him fame.
Movie Review: Heartwarming “Past Lives” Explores Questions Regarding Decisions, Determinism, And Destiny
Nora and Hae Sung, two deeply connected childhood friends, are wrest apart after Nora’s family emigrates from South Korea. Twenty years later, they are reunited for one fateful week as they confront notions of love and destiny.
Movie Review: “The Boogeyman” Is Legitimately Scary And Creepy As Hell
High school student Sadie Harper and her younger sister Sawyer are reeling from the recent death of their mother and aren’t getting much support from their father, Will, a therapist who is dealing with his own pain. When a desperate patient unexpectedly shows up at their home seeking help, he leaves behind a terrifying …
Movie Review: “The Little Mermaid” Is Still An Intriguing Story Of ‘The Survival Of The Fittest’ Long After Its Animated Watershed Debut In 1989
A young mermaid makes a deal with a sea witch to trade her beautiful voice for human legs so she can discover the world above water and impress a prince.
Movie Review: “About My Father” Provides An Enjoyable Excursion Through Evolving Parent-Child Relationships
When Sebastian tells his old-school Italian immigrant father, Salvo, that he is going to propose to his all-American girlfriend, Salvo insists on crashing a weekend with her tony parents.