The Butcher's Blade is a murder mystery with a wuxia twist
It's traditional to a fault, but that doesn't mean it's bad.
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My most anticipated films at Cannes 2026
Cannes begins this week. Here are some of the films I'm most looking forward to during the festival.
Mortal Kombat II is an improvement over the first one
It's not boring, but it's not that good, either.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 - audience 0
A smarter, more thoughtful satire could skewer the hypocrisy with relish. But The Devil Wears Prada 2 is an advertisement for a lifestyle none of its viewers will ever have.
Aphelion is an ambitious misstep from a talented developer
Aphelion is hugely ambitious, but saddled with an unengaging narrative and dated mechanics that result in a rare misstep for Don't Nod.
Moomintroll: Winter's Warmth reminds us why we love Tove Jansson's stories
Winter's Warmth is a quintessential addition to the library of any Moomin fan, and a wonderful introduction to new ones.
Saros is a challenging, but accessible triumph
A perfect marriage of difficult and accessible, Saros is a brilliantly designed and majestic sci-fi nightmare that is as compelling as it is challenging.
Apex is lean and brutally efficient action filmmaking
This is sure-handed, quality craftsmanship that is brutally efficient, even if it's not particularly original or inventive.
Michael refuses to engage with either the icon or the person
Michael is a minimum viable product. It is a cynical, committee-made replica of the real thing that refuses to treat anyone it depicts as a real person.
Turtle Beach Burst II Pro refines, but does not reinvent the gaming mouse
The Turtle Beach Burst II Pro isn't a reinvention, but it doesn't need to be, either. Not when the foundations are this solid.
Victrix Pro BFG is the most malleable pro-controller I've tested
The Victrix Pro BFG has been a solid addition to my daily driver catalog, and I foresee it will continue to occupy that space for years to come.
Lee Cronin's The Mummy struggles to nail a tone or style
Overlong and surprisingly dull, The Mummy is more interested in repeating other classic horror films to develop a style of its own.
