Jackass: Best and Last, hitting theaters June 26, serves as a nostalgic farewell to the long-running series, blending new stunts with a "greatest hits" approach. While the new material feels somewhat contained compared to its predecessors, the film's heartfelt sendoff and previously unseen archival footage make for a satisfying, if flawed, conclusion. With a review score of 7, it's a must-see for die-hard fans.
Despite its ambitious concept, "In the Hand of Dante" squanders its potential with a languid narrative and observational aesthetic, failing to deliver on its promise of exploring the depths of Dante Alighieri's inspiration. With a star-studded cast, the film attempts to weave two timelines but ends up with a disjointed, overly long 153-minute slog. The movie's inability to coherently connect its dueling narratives and themes leaves viewers with a sense of unfulfilled potential.
"The Get Out", starring Russell Crowe, hits select theaters on June 26 and Digital/On Demand on June 30, but fails to capture the essence of its underworld crime caper ambitions. Despite Crowe's vibrant performance, the film's narrative shortcomings and lack of clever spark make it a "parade of half-measures". With a promising but underutilized cast, including Aaron Paul and Nina Dobrev, the movie's dry and toothless storytelling overshadows its potential.
The Star Wars saga, spanning decades, has been ranked from worst to best by the IGN Movies Council. Discover which films made the cut and why, from the disappointing conclusions to the thrilling prequels that redeemed the series. Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker takes the bottom spot due to its unearned moments and plot twists.
Meryl Streep critiques the 'Marvel-ized' storytelling in The Devil Wears Prada 2, advocating for complex characters over simple good vs. evil narratives.
