Grumpy Christmas (2021)

Him is visually stunning—all concrete cathedrals and bone-rattling impact shots that look like a nightmare highlight reel. Marlon Wayans is magnetic as this legendary quarterback who's basically selling salvation with a smile that never quite reaches his eyes. But the story keeps running in circles: more tests, more cryptic pep talks, more ritualistic drills. The sports-as-religion metaphor beats you over the head when subtlety would've been more effective. The middle drags, and that finale chooses spectacle over substance. It's undeniably stylish, but left me cold. Also worth noting: despite the Monkeypaw connection, this isn't actually a Jordan Peele film—he didn't write or direct.

This glimpse into this world is so captivating that it is an easy must-see, nearly flawless, and exceptional in every way. 

This comedy brings a big surprise to Josh and his family when they move to New York City and struggle to adapt to their new friend.

GOAT (2026) opens to the chanting of a crowd: "Roots run deep!" The rest of the film goes on to echo that sentiment, offering gorgeous animation and a heartfelt story along the way.

As a frequent “the book was better” extoller, this movie was well worth the watch. 

Ripley is a great character because she serves two distinct, but rewarding, purposes in the original film and the sequel.