The first couple of reviews of Beyoncé - Act II: Cowboy Carter are in - many more to come: www.metacritic.com/music/act-ii-cowboy-carter/beyonce "Dense and immaculately detailed ... Show more
Quick Glance: Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Unveiled
- Beyoncé's new album is a 27-track tour of popular music with a Beatles cover, cameos by Willie Nelson and Dolly Parton, and features from Miley Cyrus and Post Malone.
- Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' album goes beyond just country music, incorporating elements of funk, rock, and pop among other genres.
- Described as a project over five years in the making, Beyoncé's album was born out of an experience where she felt unwelcome, showcasing a diverse range of musical influences.
- The diversity of 'Cowboy Carter' album by Beyoncé reflects a wide array of contemporary pop music and also raises questions about the nature of music genres, as evident in the track 'Spaghettii.'
Reviews are coming in now for Adam Wingard's Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. See it in theaters and IMAX tonight.www.metacritic.com/movie/godzilla-x-kong-the-new-empire/
Quick Glance: Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire - A Tribute to Showa Era
- Sequel 'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' pays homage to Toho's Godzilla franchise Showa Era, with a focus on Kong and Jia as main characters.
- Introduction of main villain Scar King elevates the action to a fantasy rock opera level, with Godzilla and Kong facing formidable challenges.
- While the monster fights are spectacular, the chaotic third act risks losing the grand scale, prompting considerations for the franchise's future direction.
- Director Adam Wingard's sincere approach to the Showa Era's campy imagination shines through, delivering a confident Kaiju film experience despite potential viewer preferences.
The Novice [85] is a Metacritic Must-See (now on Netflix) www.metacritic.com/movie/the-novice/ #11pmspecial "A film this raw made with such a steady, assured hand only comes along once in a ... Show more
Sheryl Crow - Evolution [80] drops tomorrow: www.metacritic.com/music/evolution/sheryl-crow "Truly compelling, her artistry and perspective will make us all open our eyes a little bit wider ... Show more
Pepper Grinder reviews are coming in now: www.metacritic.com/game/pepper-grinder/ "I’ve played a lot of amazing games from Devolver’s library, but Pepper Grinder stands above most of the ... Show more
Parish [53] comes to AMC Sunday, and reviews are in: www.metacritic.com/tv/parish/ "Bad choices naturally lead to worse outcomes in this anti-hero series that would have been ... Show more
Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show [79] is on HBO Fri: www.metacritic.com/tv/jerrod-carmichael-reality-show/ "At a moment when most comedians brand themselves as either iconoclastic truth tellers or ... Show more
Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2 [45] is in theaters now: www.metacritic.com/movie/winnie-the-pooh-blood-and-honey-2/ "There may be a lot more going on Blood and Honey 2, but let’s not kid ourselves ... Show more
Renegade Nell [75] is on Disney+ Friday: www.metacritic.com/tv/renegade-nell/ "Renegade Nell is clever, well-paced, funny, and well worth the watch." - Arezou Amin, Collider
Searching for Sugar Man [79] is a $4 VOD: www.metacritic.com/movie/searching-for-sugar-man/ #11pmspecial "Music fans will love this indie documentary. Try to avoid Googling him before you watch, though ... Show more
Sugar [62] comes to Apple TV+ April 5: www.metacritic.com/tv/sugar/ "Despite falling apart in its last few episodes— the suspension of disbelief shattered & the series even ... Show more
Open Roads reviews are coming in now: www.metacritic.com/game/open-roads/ "It’s impossible to walk away from Open Roads without feeling at least a little contemplative about your own ... Show more
Time Season 2 [80] is on BritBox now: www.metacritic.com/tv/time/season-2/ "Once again McGovern, alongside Black, has delivered a brilliant piece of television that wholly deserves your ... Show more
Alex Garland’s Ex Machina [78] is back in theaters today in a new IMAX remaster.www.metacritic.com/movie/ex-machina/ “This is bewitchingly smart science fiction of a type that’s all too ... Show more
The BEST Recent Additions to Netflix Streaming: www.metacritic.com/news/what-to-watch-on-netflix-right-now/ 3 Body Problem [71]
The Party [64] is now on Fubo & MGM+ : www.metacritic.com/movie/the-party-1968/ #11pmspecial "The comically rich visual tapestry of Blake Edwards’s The Party still endures." - Wes Greene ... Show more
The Truth vs. Alex Jones [86] is now on Max: www.metacritic.com/movie/the-truth-vs-alex-jones/ "Sharply edited, sensitively constructed, and expertly crafted." - Brian Tallerico
STEVE! (martin) a documentary in 2 pieces [74] Apple TV+ Friday: www.metacritic.com/tv/steve!-martin-a-documentary-in-2-pieces/ "One of the most impressively and creatively shot filmed biographies in recent ... Show more
List of Renewed & Canceled TV Shows for the 2023-24 Season: www.metacritic.com/news/tv-renew-cancel-scorecard/ Hell's Kitchen (Fox) has been renewed for 2 additional seasons, the show's 23rd and 24th.
Bulwark: Falconeer Chronicles [PC - 66] www.metacritic.com/game/bulwark-falconeer-chronicles/ "Tomas Sala’s second Falconeer game may come across as nicher at first glance ... Show more
Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV [77] is on Investigation Discovery www.metacritic.com/tv/quiet-on-set-the-dark-side-of-kids-tv/ "While Quiet on Set paints detailed pictures of select predators ... Show more
We Were the Lucky Ones [83] is on Hulu Thursday: www.metacritic.com/tv/we-were-the-lucky-ones/ "No matter how devastating these stories get, what binds all of them together is a sense of hope — ... Show more
2024 Movie Release Calendar: www.metacritic.com/news/upcoming-movie-release-dates-schedule/ Sept 6 - Beetlejuice Beetlejuice 2024 A.D.
DVD/Blu-ray Releases: New & Upcoming: www.metacritic.com/news/dvd-blu-ray-new-and-upcoming-release-calendar/ Out Today: Wednesday Season 1 [66]
To Die For [86], a Metacritic Must-See, enters the Criterion Collection this week: www.metacritic.com/movie/to-die-for/ #11pmspecial "An irresistible black comedy and a wicked delight ... Show more
Ramy Youssef: More Feelings [83] is on HBO: www.metacritic.com/tv/ramy-youssef-more-feelings/ "Surely parts of this special will prove polarizing. “You think I like what happened on Oct. 7?” he asks ... Show more
South Park: Snow Day! reviews are coming in now: www.metacritic.com/game/south-park-snow-day/ "Snow Day brings everything a South Park game should offer us ... Show more
A Gentleman in Moscow [68] is out Fri Mar 29 on Paramount+ with Showtime and on Sun 3/31 on Showtime: www.metacritic.com/tv/a-gentleman-in-moscow/season-1/ "For many ... Show more
3 Body Problem [72] is now on Netflix: www.metacritic.com/tv/3-body-problem/ "3 Body Problem soars in every aspect. Visually? It's beautiful. Story-wise? Completely gripping? Cast-wise? ... Show more
Lost Highway [53] is on the Criterion Channel: www.metacritic.com/movie/lost-highway/ #11pmspecial "The film actually deserves four stars for its imaginative style and astonishing suspense ... Show more
New & Upcoming Video Games (with Metascores): www.metacritic.com/news/major-new-and-upcoming-video-games-ps5-xbox-switch-pc/ Tuesday: South Park: Snow Day!
Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb [*97*] is a Metacritic Must-See (Now on Max) : www.metacritic.com/movie/dr-strangelove-or-how-i-learned-to-stop-worrying-and-love-the-bomb/ #11pmspecial "It's one of the greatest ... Show more
Late Night with the Devil [72] is in theaters now: www.metacritic.com/movie/late-night-with-the-devil/ "Late Night With The Devil achieves that rare feat of feeling like something we were never ... Show more
Dragon's Dogma 2 [PS5/XSX - 86; PC - 90] www.metacritic.com/game/dragons-dogma-2/ "Dragon's Dogma 2 is exactly what veterans will be expecting, as double-edged as that may be ... Show more
Immaculate w/Sydney Sweeney is now in theaters.www.metacritic.com/movie/immaculate/ “A scare-fest with a plucky heroine, an irreverent hot-button twist and just enough narrative ambiguity ... Show more
Radu Jude’s Do Not Expect Too Much From the End of the World [*95*] is now in theaters.www.metacritic.com/movie/do-not-expect-too-much-from-the-end-of-the-world/ “It captures what it’s like to live in this chaotic & deadening ... Show more
Quick Glance: Cheeky Film about the 'End of the World'
- Radu Jude, a Romanian filmmaker, captures the modern world in his film.
- The movie follows a day in the life of underpaid Angela working for an Austrian multinational.
- Jude portrays Romania's issues and exploitation by wealthier countries.
- The film reflects on contemporary society and the inability to change the system.
Shakira - Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran [72] dropped today: www.metacritic.com/music/las-mujeres-ya-no-lloran/shakira "With this vulnerable yet versatile collection, Shakira shows there are no limits to the art ... Show more
I Am Cuba [91] is a Metacritic Must-See (coming to The Criterion Channel in April) www.metacritic.com/movie/i-am-cuba/ "I Am Cuba is a cinephile’s wet dream ... Show more
Ivan Sen’s Limbo, starring Simon Baker, is now in theaters.www.metacritic.com/movie/limbo-2023/ “Limbo is entirely engrossing as it brings its discomfiting points home.” - Glenn Kenny
You’ll Never Find Me [82], by directors Indianna Bell & Josiah Allen, is now on Shudder.www.metacritic.com/movie/youll-never-find-me/ “An excellent, audacious entry to the horror genre ... Show more
Bears in Space [PC - 78] www.metacritic.com/game/bears-in-space/ "Bears in Space feels like a game that was lifted directly from the early 2000’s, remastered and then released today ... Show more
Bound [64] is on Paramount+ & PlutoTV: www.metacritic.com/movie/bound/ #11pmspecial "It's pure cinema, spread over several genres. It's a caper movie, a gangster movie ... Show more
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"The eight-episode blend of mystery and comedy occasionally struggles to find its footing ... Show more
Quick Glance: ‘Diarra From Detroit’ Unveils Intriguing Mystery
- Diarra Kilpatrick's love for mysteries stems from childhood, inspiring her to create and star in the mysterious series 'Diarra From Detroit.' Portraying Diarra Brickland, she navigates a messy divorce and a new love interest while transforming into a private investigator to solve a man's disappearance.
- The show delivers unexpected twists, including an edgy performance by Phylicia Rashad as Vonda, breaking stereotypes. Kilpatrick's comedic skills shine through the scripted humor, crafting a modern noir with nods to the detective genre.
- While celebrating Black culture in Detroit, the series aims to appeal to a diverse audience, transcending gender and race barriers. Kilpatrick hopes viewers from all backgrounds can enjoy the entertaining blend of humor, suspense, and cultural richness.
- Available on BET+, 'Diarra From Detroit' offers a compelling mix of humor, mystery, and cultural representation, inviting all viewers to immerse themselves in the unique world of Detroit's detective stories.
Road House, starring Jake Gyllenhaal, is now streaming on Prime Video.www.metacritic.com/movie/road-house-2024/ “Road House is a solid actioner, a frolic that Liman marshals competently ... Show more
The Long Shadow [78] is on Sundance Now/AMC+ www.metacritic.com/tv/the-long-shadow/ "The Long Shadow was unavoidably harrowing and bleak, but it was also brilliant ... Show more
Rise of the Ronin reviews are coming in NOW: (PS5 exclusive) www.metacritic.com/game/rise-of-the-ronin/ "Rise of the Ronin aims to deliver an epic story filled with well-rounded characters ... Show more
Princess Peach: Showtime! reviews are coming in NOW: www.metacritic.com/game/princess-peach-showtime/ "Princess Peach: Showtime! is an easy-to-understand, incredibly fun-to-play game with a style ... Show more
Metacritic's 14th Annual Game Publisher Rankings: www.metacritic.com/news/2024-game-publisher-rankings/ We reveal the past year's best and worst video game publishers (based on their 2023 releases) in the ... Show more
X-Men '97 [82] is now on Disney+ www.metacritic.com/tv/x-men-97/ "X-Men ’97 takes what worked so well in that first series and develops it into one of the greatest X-Men projects ... Show more
Quick Glance: X-Men '97: The Morph Gender Identity Debate
- Following the release of X-Men '97 details and the trailer, some viewers labeled the new animated show as "woke", lacking familiarity with the characters' origins.
- Controversy sparked when it was revealed that an original character in X-Men '97 would be portrayed as non-binary, leading to reactions on right-wing news sites.
- The X-Men often served as societal mirrors, influenced by creators' inner struggles or cultural shifts of the time.
- There is a possibility that Morph could have been non-binary in the 1990s series, hinting at unexplored subplots. Superhero narratives frequently mirror contemporary society to engage audiences.
Reviews are coming now for Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. See it in theaters and IMAX tomorrow night.
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Quick Glance: Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire - A Sad Nostalgia Bait
- Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire disappoints as the weakest link in the series, overloaded with nostalgic references.
- Despite some positives like the portrayal of Phoebe Spengler and the intriguing lore of the new villain Garraka, the film is often derailed by the return of the original cast.
- The plot involving an ancient artifact unleashing a new ice age presents promising elements, but the excessive tethering to the past comes off as pitiful and tiresome.
- Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire embodies the state of the modern blockbuster, attempting to capture fans' attention at all costs but ultimately falling short of expectations.
Le Samouraï [90] is a Metacritic Must-See (now on Max): www.metacritic.com/movie/le-samourai/ #11pmspecial "This is a great movie, an austere masterpiece, with Delon as a cold ... Show more
MLB The Show 24 [PS5 - 78] www.metacritic.com/game/mlb-the-show-24/ "Hank Aaron’s motto was “Always keep swinging,” and MLB The Show 24 does just that. It continues to push the envelope for ... Show more
Messiah of Evil [69] is on Prime Video: www.metacritic.com/movie/messiah-of-evil/ #11pmspecial "Messiah of Evil is an underseen gem that manages to creep under the skin despite its very low budget ... Show more
Manhunt [65] is now on Apple TV+ www.metacritic.com/tv/manhunt-2024/ "Manhunt is compelling television by virtue of being both a riveting political thriller and an intimate human drama ... Show more
The Best PS5 Games of All-Time: www.metacritic.com/browse/game/ps5/all/all-time/metascore/ #13 - Hi-Fi Rush [91]
New & Upcoming DVD/Blu-ray Releases: www.metacritic.com/news/dvd-blu-ray-new-and-upcoming-release-calendar/ Out today: Lynch/Oz [62]
The Boston Strangler [66] is a $4 VOD: www.metacritic.com/movie/the-boston-strangler/ #11pmspecial "This is a gritty, criminally underrated, true-crime drama, with innovations in editing and structure ... Show more
Hi-Fi Rush (PS5) reviews are coming in now: www.metacritic.com/game/hi-fi-rush/critic-reviews/ "Hi-Fi Rush runs incredibly well on PS5, with a rock-solid 60fps output, fast loading times ...
Stormy [53] is now on Peacock: www.metacritic.com/movie/stormy/ "At its core, it’s a successful attempt to strip away the political issues and present its subject as a ... Show more
Palm Royale [62] comes to Apple TV+ Wed: www.metacritic.com/tv/palm-royale/ "The self-aware soap is an increasingly popular format, and Palm Royale adheres to familiar conventions ...
Reviews are in from the SXSW premiere of The Idea of You [73] w/Anne Hathaway and Nicolas Galitzine. See it on Prime Video May 2.www.metacritic.com/movie/the-idea-of-you/
Pump up the Volume [77] www.metacritic.com/movie/pump-up-the-volume/ #11pmspecial "This is an exhilarating picture, the kind that strips away smug complacencies and exposes raw nerves to a bright ...
The Best and Worst of the SXSW 2024 Film and TV Festival: www.metacritic.com/news/sxsw-2024-best-and-worst-films/ The Fall Guy [77]
The Night is Grey [PC - 84] www.metacritic.com/game/the-night-is-grey/ "That this is developer Whalestork’s first project is mindblowing. I am fascinated to see where they go next ...
The Assistant [79] is now on Max: www.metacritic.com/movie/the-assistant/ #11pmspecial "The Assistant is a stealth bomb of a movie: It barely makes a noise but it leaves a crater in your heart ...
Nolly [79], the 3-part series, comes to PBS Sunday: www.metacritic.com/tv/nolly/ "It is warm, thoughtful and gorgeous, and by the end of it ...
Tierra Whack - WORLD WIDE WHACK [85] dropped today: www.metacritic.com/music/world-wide-whack/tierra-whack "Her rap style and World Wide Whack’s buoyant production make sure its heavy themes don’t weigh ...
List of Renewed & Canceled TV Shows for the 2023-24 Season: www.metacritic.com/news/tv-renew-cancel-scorecard/ The Bear (FX/Hulu), previously renewed for a 3rd season ...
The rom-com Irish Wish, starring Lindsay Lohan, is now streaming on Netflix.www.metacritic.com/movie/irish-wish/ “The chemistry of Lohan and Speleers makes it watchable enough to get by ...
Quick Glance: Lindsay Lohan's Hollywood Comeback
- Lindsay Lohan returns professionally and emotionally, influenced by her new family.
- Irish Wish: A new film showcasing Lohan as a down-on-her-luck book editor.
- Lohan approaches Hollywood with more mindfulness and carefully plans future projects.
- The actress reveals personal transformations and future ambitions in the industry.
Eye in the Sky [73] is on Max: www.metacritic.com/movie/eye-in-the-sky/ #11pmspecial "This is the kind of intelligent, thought-provoking mainstream film that’s in danger of becoming extinct ...
Justin Timberlake - Everything I Thought It Was drops today, and reviews are coming in now: www.metacritic.com/music/everything-i-thought-it-was/justin-timberlake "If the album were 10 tracks rather than 18 – many of ...
Quick Glance: Justin Timberlake: Everything I Thought It Was review - Overview
- Justin Timberlake returns with a survival mission album after falling from grace as a pop pariah.
- His music reflects personal struggles and universal themes, focusing on disco and love.
- While some tracks showcase strong production and catchy melodies, the album is weighed down by excessive length and weaker songs.
- Timberlake aims for musical redemption and a fresh start with a mix of hits and a touch of nostalgia.
The BEST Recent additions to the Streaming Services:
Netflix: www.metacritic.com/news/what-to-watch-on-netflix-right-now/ Prime Video www.metacritic.com/news/what-to-watch-on-prime-video-right-now/ Hulu: www.metacritic.com/news/what-to-watch-on-hulu-right-now/ Disney+ www.metacritic.com/news/what-to-watch-on-disney-plus-right-now/ AppleTV+ www.metacritic.com/news/what-to-watch-on-apple-tv-right-now/ Max: www.metacritic.com/news/what-to-watch-on-max-right-now/ Peacock: ...
Reviews are coming in from the SXSW premiere of Alex Garland's Civil War. See it in theaters April 12.www.metacritic.com/movie/civil-war/ "As a road trip movie ...
Quick Glance: Kirsten Dunst Shines in Alex Garland's Emotional and Fascinating Epic
- Journalists Lee and Jessie uncover the harsh reality of a conflicted country in 'Civil War.'
- Journalism is portrayed as a critical weapon that can reveal truth but also leaves behind destruction and loss.
- The film follows the emotional journey of protagonist Lee, who increasingly questions the ethical boundaries of photojournalism.
- Garland's 'Civil War' raises existential questions about journalism, ethics, and the significance of truth, amidst a dystopian future vision.
Azrael [67] www.metacritic.com/movie/azrael/ "Weaving’s expressive face and boundless energy make her a compelling heroine, and her will to survive is unstoppable ...
Love Lies Bleeding [77] is in theaters now: www.metacritic.com/movie/love-lies-bleeding/ "The all-out Love Lies Bleeding is a love story that won’t work for everyone. However ...
Adam Rehmeier’s comedy Snack Shack [69] w/Gabriel LaBelle and Conor Sherry is in theaters today.www.metacritic.com/movie/snack-shack/ “The enthusiasm is infectious ...
Taylor’s Version of Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour is now streaming on Disney+ with five extra songs not seen in theaters.www.metacritic.com/movie/taylor-swift-the-eras-tour/
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