REVIEWS
“HOW TO QUIT SMOKING” grows but doesn’t fully evolve
Dominic Fike’s latest album matures in its lyrical themes, but fails to innovate sonically.
‘Modern Warfare 4’ is a step toward Activision’s golden age
The franchise’s installments steadily declined in popularity after “Modern Warfare” in 2019 until now.
Jagabans LA: A Nigerian food odyssey
An outing for Nigerian food ends up disappointing.
Bob Baker’s ‘Hallowe’en Spooktacular’ brings puppets and merriment to Halloween
Over 100 ghost, witch and monster puppets are showcased in this hour-long “boo-sical.”
‘Clayface’ is an uninspired, underbaked story
The weak, generic film from the rebooted DC Universe released worldwide Friday.
Fontaines D.C. embraces escapism on ‘Dopamine Chamber’
The Irish rock band explores disillusionment in their most experimental album yet.
Versailles Cuban Food in has tender, perfectly sour chicken
The restaurant has incredible dishes, including appetizers, sandwiches and its “Famoso Pollo Versailles.”
‘Lanterns’ mixes superhero fun with thrilling mystery
The grounded sci-fi series has great themes and characters.
‘Verity’ twists the truth in an eerie, if excessive, adaptation
The psychological thriller blends fantasy and reality.
‘Cookie Queens’ is a sweet look at the experience of young Girl Scouts
The documentary bakes up a charming story of girlhood and heartfelt perseverance.
‘Digger’ buries itself in satire
Spurred by a compelling yet Oscar-baiting performance from Tom Cruise, the film hides its main twists too long.
‘Primetime’ challenges sensationalism, exploitation
The film questions the morality of Chris Hansen’s hit show “To Catch A Predator.”