Maybe the scope and antagonists have outgrown the town of Hawkins, Indiana, but the core of original characters—plus Maya Hawke’s Robin—are as likable and charismatic as ever.
9.5 out of 12 Tamales
“Stranger Things: Season 2”: One-Sentence Review
Like listening to a great album over and over, “Stranger Things: Season 2” builds on the initial experience and adds an appreciation for the world the Duffer Brothers have so meticulously created.
10.5 out of 12 Tamales
“Stranger Things: Season 1”: One-Sentence Review
Straight out of the 80s in the best way possible, “Stranger Things” sets itself apart by balancing the art of being original while paying homage to the movies that inspired it.
11 out of 12 Tamales
“Midsommar”: One-Sentence Review
The threat of a scare being moments away gets this unsettling, utopian nightmare started; however, it’s the excellent Florence Pugh—in an Oscar-worthy performance—who takes “Midsommar” to a chilling, satisfying conclusion.
10 out of 12 Tamales
“Spider-Man: Far From Home”: One-Sentence Review
Even if this “Spider-Man’s” web falls a little short of reaching “Homecoming,” “Far From Home’s” relaxed tone, genuine laughs, and superhero-ready Jake Gyllenhaal make it the perfect contrast to the emotionally-charged “Endgame.”
9.5 out of 12 Tamales
“Yesterday”: One-Sentence Review
If director Danny Boyle’s “Yesterday” shows us anything, it’s that The Beatles would top the charts no matter the decade, and they can turn most any high-concept romantic comedy into a hit.
10 out of 12 Tamales
“Toy Story 4”: One-Sentence Review
Pixar’s most complete work, as far as computer animation goes, “Toy Story 4” borrows elements from “1,” “2,” and “3” without feeling redundant and delivers a more than satisfying add-on to this enchanting series.
10.5 out of 12 Tamales
