Godzilla proves no match for tedium in latest monster flick

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Godzilla proves no match for tedium in latest monster flick

His fights with monsters such as Mothra are pretty cool. But then the humans start talking.

Taron Egerton, in full Elton John regalia, in a scene from “Rocketman.” (Paramount Pictures)

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‘Rocketman’: Silly and over the top — just like Elton John

Elton’s songs are as catchy as ever and Taron Egerton’s performance is spot-on.

‘Booksmart’ is a new classic of the high-school movie genre

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‘Booksmart’ is a new classic of the high-school movie genre

With two engaging lead performances, this joins films like “Dazed and Confused” in the pantheon.

Long-delayed ‘Don Quixote’ collapses after funny first hour

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Long-delayed ‘Don Quixote’ collapses after funny first hour

Still, we should be glad that Terry Gilliam’s shambolic picture finally made it past the gatekeepers.

Robert Horton previews the Seattle International Film Festival

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Robert Horton previews the Seattle International Film Festival

Our movie critic’s rundown on films worth seeing — and a few that should be avoided.

Keanu Reeves wisely still letting his fists do the talking

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Keanu Reeves wisely still letting his fists do the talking

The words-challenged star and a lively supporting cast make mayhem galore in “John Wick: Chapter 3.”

Low-energy, soft ‘The Hustle’ is neither dirty nor rotten

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Low-energy, soft ‘The Hustle’ is neither dirty nor rotten

This remake of the 1988 Steve Martin-Michael Caine wastes stars Anne Hathaway and Rebel Wilson.

‘Tolkien’ paints appealing portrait of ‘Lord of the Rings’ author

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‘Tolkien’ paints appealing portrait of ‘Lord of the Rings’ author

The film sketches J.R.R. Tolkien’s early life, and how his experiences gave birth to the novels.

Reynolds makes ‘Pikachu’ moderately bearable for nonfans

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Reynolds makes ‘Pikachu’ moderately bearable for nonfans

People interested in the Pokemon “universe” will probably enjoy this; others will find it tedious.

Robert Horton previews the most anticipated movies of summer

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Robert Horton previews the most anticipated movies of summer

Now that “Avengers: Endgame” is out, we can look forward to stuff like a new Quentin Tarantino film.

‘Long Shot’ works as rom-com, less so as political satire

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‘Long Shot’ works as rom-com, less so as political satire

Charlize Theron and Seth Rogen have chemistry, but the lame satire and gross-out gags are clumsy.

Stupidity propels the story line in hamfisted ‘The Intruder’

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Stupidity propels the story line in hamfisted ‘The Intruder’

A stylish but dopey young couple is menaced by a scenery-chewing Dennis Quaid in this silly flick.

Superhero stalwarts take a bow in ‘Avengers: Endgame’

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Superhero stalwarts take a bow in ‘Avengers: Endgame’

This three-hour-long cog in the Disney-Marvel money machine should please fans of the genre.

Loopy ‘Stockholm’ makes you feel for its moronic antihero

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Loopy ‘Stockholm’ makes you feel for its moronic antihero

Ethan Hawke shines in this film about the bank heist behind the expression “Stockholm Syndrome.”

Mike Leigh’s ‘Peterloo’ is about the strength of collective action

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Mike Leigh’s ‘Peterloo’ is about the strength of collective action

This stirring film, about a social-reform struggle in 1819 England, eschews cheap emotional tugs.

Moody ‘Teen Spirit’ smells like a darkish character study

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Moody ‘Teen Spirit’ smells like a darkish character study

Elle Fanning plays a sullen teen who pursues her dream of winning a TV singing competition.

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R rating doesn’t upgrade this tiresome comic book movie

The “Hellboy” reboot has more gore and profanity than the original, but that doesn’t make it better.

‘Mary Magdalene’ puts feminist spin on the biblical character

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‘Mary Magdalene’ puts feminist spin on the biblical character

The film is sincere but could use more zip — and Joaquin Phoenix makes for a low-energy Jesus.

Robert Pattinson takes another giant leap away from mainstream

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Robert Pattinson takes another giant leap away from mainstream

The former heartthrob plays an astronaut in Claire Denis’ peculiar but compelling sci-fi outing.

‘Pet Sematary’ is a very grim remake of Stephen King’s tale

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‘Pet Sematary’ is a very grim remake of Stephen King’s tale

The new one is distinguished only by its dour determination and a better-than-necessary cast.