There are a few laugh-out-loud moments throughout, but unfortunately, the film's laughs are bogged down by stilted dialogue, shoddy CGI, and lackluster forward momentum. It may do the trick for some dog lovers, but for most, this dog don’t hunt.

Heart of Stone, directed by Tom Harper, is an action thriller that seeks to carve out a space for itself in the crowded genre of espionage films, but despite its high-octane stunts and polished visuals, it ultimately falls short of leaving a lasting impression. Starring Gal Gadot as Rachel Stone, an intelligence operative tasked with protecting her organization’s most valuable—and dangerous—asset, the film has all the makings of a blockbuster on paper. Unfortunately, in practice, it’s weighed down by a formulaic script and a surprising lack of emotional depth.

Greta Gerwig’s Barbie is a bold, vibrant reimagining of the iconic doll, infused with sharp humor, insightful commentary, and a dazzling aesthetic that makes it as much a visual feast as it is a cultural critique. Starring Margot Robbie as the titular Barbie and Ryan Gosling as her ever-loyal Ken, the film delves into the complexities of identity, gender roles, and the influence of capitalism, all while keeping its tongue firmly in its cheek.

The Out-Laws is a largely forgettable comedy that squanders the potential of its talented cast with a weak script and uninspired direction. It’s fine for a bit of light entertainment, but don’t expect anything more than a few chuckles and a lot of missed opportunities. Netflix might benefit from focusing on quality over quantity, as films like this only serve to highlight the growing disparity between the two.

As a whole, Biosphere delves deep into unexpected places and ultimately offers up one of the best feats of bottle-cinema in recent memory. It’s a crime that this film will be horrendously underseen because Biosphere is undoubtedly one of the year's best films.

Madden tries, however, to bring the mundanity of what he is given to work with to life, as do Chopra-Jonas and Tucci. It is unfortunate that said material was already dead on arrival.

Through the modern lens of today’s culture, many film and television classics from past decades are getting the revisionist treatment. This time around, Paramount + is ditching the familiar film format and offering a series take on the 1987 Glenn Close-starring Fatal Attraction.

Beau may be afraid, but not as afraid as I am to try and create a coherent review for this 3-hour surrealist anxiety attack, simply named Beau Is Afraid.

Undoubtedly Fincher-lite, Damián Szifron’s horrendously titled new movie, To Catch a Killer, is a sometimes thrilling and unpredictable crime procedural with a lot on its mind.

Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant may not be the crowning achievement in tonal shift Ritchie was looking to accomplish, but it is by far a more mature and toned-down piece of filmmaking.

Gringa is by no means groundbreaking or exploring new territories, but it still manages to be relevant and deserving of a watch. Just please give us more Judy Greer!

Fortunately, mental health and addiction are serious subjects that are being more commonly discussed throughout society and, in turn, throughout media.

Surprisingly slapstick, the new Toni Collette vehicle Mafia Mamma is significantly goofy, and if you’re on board with that, can be a really good time.