7 New Movies Our Critics Are Talking About This Week
- Ben Affleck's 'Animals' blasted as an 'inedible gruel' of a political thriller.
- Chris Rock tries his hand at serious drama with 'Misty Green' while dodging industry myopia.
- John Cena's 'Matchbox' movie fails to reinvent the wheel, stuck in a brand-identity crisis.
- Samuel L. Jackson plays an aggressive Commander-in-Chief while dodging rockets in 'The Beast'.
Brief Summary
Hollywood is dumping its latest batch of cinematic offerings into theaters and streaming queues, and the critics are largely unimpressed. From Aaron Sorkin's latest attempt at tech-giant takedowns to Ben Affleck’s flat political thriller, the industry is struggling to find a pulse. Even big-budget adaptations of toy brands like 'Matchbox' are being dismissed as doomed exercises in corporate branding.
Why This Matters
If you are planning a trip to the multiplex or scrolling through Netflix this weekend, prepare for disappointment. You are being asked to pay premium prices for 'inedible gruel' and brand-driven content that lacks a soul. Understanding that these films are often more about corporate synergy or vanity projects than actual entertainment will help you save your hard-earned money and avoid wasting two hours on high-value casts stuck in low-value scripts.