Reviews — Page 5

Whiplash (2014)

Whiplash Review: A Ferocious Battle of Wills

Damien Chazelle's intense jazz-school drama pits J.K. Simmons's terrifying teacher against Miles Teller's driven drummer. Our verdict.

The Prestige (2006)

The Prestige Review: A Magician's Duel With a Twist

Christopher Nolan's tale of rival magicians is a clever, twisty and dark period thriller. Our verdict.

American History X (1998)

American History X Review: A Powerful Look at Hate

Edward Norton's career-best performance anchors a raw, unflinching story about racism and redemption. Our verdict.

Léon: The Professional (1994)

Léon: The Professional Review: A Hitman and His Unlikely Ward

Luc Besson's stylish thriller teams Jean Reno's lonely assassin with a young Natalie Portman. Our verdict.

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023)

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Review: An Animated Visual Feast

The sequel to Into the Spider-Verse dazzles with a kaleidoscope of animation styles and heartfelt storytelling. Our verdict.

Cinema Paradiso (1988)

Cinema Paradiso Review: A Love Letter to the Movies

Giuseppe Tornatore's nostalgic Italian drama is a heartfelt tribute to cinema and childhood. Our verdict.

Casablanca (1942)

Casablanca Review: Here's Looking at You, Kid

Michael Curtiz's wartime romance remains a witty, romantic and perfectly cast Hollywood classic. Our verdict.

The Intouchables (2011)

The Intouchables Review: A Crowd-Pleasing Odd-Couple Story

This feel-good French comedy-drama about an unlikely friendship is warm, funny and a little predictable. Our verdict.

The Usual Suspects (1995)

The Usual Suspects Review: A Twist That Became Legend

Bryan Singer's crime puzzle features a brilliant ensemble and one of cinema's most famous twists. Our verdict.

Django Unchained (2012)

Django Unchained Review: Tarantino Takes On the Antebellum South

Quentin Tarantino's Western revenge fantasy is violent, funny and powered by great performances. Our verdict.