Movie Reviews
‘Toy Story 5’ Review: The Series Is Still a Joy Even If It Can’t Solve Tech Anxieties
The latest sequel is at its best by putting the lovable Jessie at the forefront rather than trying to be a societal critique.
Matt Goldberg
Former Editorial Manager at TCM and Chief Film Critic at Collider; EIC of the newsletter Commentary Track.
Movie Reviews
In ‘Disclosure Day,’ Spielberg Fights for Truth and Empathy Over Alienation
The master filmmaker returns to his signature subgenre for a bumpy, exhilarating ride.
Movie Reviews
‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Is More of a ‘Star Wars’-Shaped Object Than a Real Movie
The episodic ‘Star Wars’ show makes for a dull feature film.
Movie Reviews
‘Michael’ Is a New Low for Music Biopics
Antoine Fuqua’s film makes the King of Pop into a blandly pleasant mascot.
Movie Reviews
‘Project Hail Mary’ Is a Gorgeous, Funny Ride Through the Cosmos
‘The LEGO Movie’ and ‘21 Jump Street’ directors have crafted a warm, inspiring tale based on Andy Weir’s novel.
Movie Reviews
'Wuthering Heights': Emerald Fennell’s Maximalist Adaptation Yields the Story’s Least Interesting Version
By bringing every emotion straight to the surface, the new movie leaves little worth considering.
Movie Reviews
Sundance 2026 Dispatch #2: Fighting to Save Lives as Death Rains Down
Matt Goldberg finishes up his remote Sundance viewing with American Doctor, Public Access, Extra Geography, Hanging by a Wire, and LADY
Commentary
Darren Aronofsky’s AI Slop Is a Betrayal of Everything His Movies Stand For
For a director whose films leaned into raw humanity and stressed an environmental message, his latest effort is a crushing disappointment.
Film Festivals
Sundance 2026 Dispatch #1: Dark High School Musicals, Childhood Traumas, and Freedom of the Press
Matt Goldberg shares his thoughts on Josephine, The Musical, Run Amok, Seized, and The Incomer.
Movie Reviews
‘Send Help’: McAdams and O’Brien Are a Vicious Blast in Sam Raimi’s Horror-Comedy
The two terrific actors relish the film’s gnarly thrills.
‘Marty Supreme’ Is Like ‘Uncut Gems’ with More Balls
Josh Safdie takes the urgency of his 2019 movie and refashions it into an American sports drama for the ages.
‘Wicked: For Good’ Can’t Defy the Musical’s Second Act Problems
John M. Chu’s conclusion suffers from weaker songs and poor pacing.