Reviews Archive
Archives for August 2019


From epic fantasies starring puppets to refreshing sketch comedy, these were the best new shows of the month.


It is irresponsible, ridiculous, and boring too.


The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance is really about how hard it is to resist.


On Becoming a God in Central Florida is great when it’s great and still pretty good when it’s bad.


The heartfelt indie comedy about a woman taking charge of her life is currently in theaters.


The bloody horror comedy is now in theaters.


The documentary about teens who broadcast their lives on streaming platforms is now streaming on Hulu.


The riveting documentary about an Ohio factory and the future of work is now on Netflix.


In Gen Z’s world, anyone can be a star — for a little while.


A wealthy family goes hunting — and the prey fights back.


The fly-on-the-wall look at a former GM factory in Dayton bought by a Chinese company is a fascinating peek into the challenges of globalization.


The Terror’s second season is Japanese folklore about an American nightmare. It isn’t trying to be subtle.


Danny McBride’s new show satirizes — and sympathizes with — a family of televangelists.


Even Cate Blanchett can’t save this movie.

