Brandon Zachary
Brandon Zachary's reviews only count toward the Tomatometer® when published at Tomatometer-approved publication(s).
Code 8: Part II (2024)
73%
6/10
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“Code 8: Part II takes on some interesting and ambitious thematic elements at the cost of character focus in this well-constructed sci-fi flick.” –
CBR
Mar 9, 2024
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Scrambled (2023)
94%
8/10
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“Scrambled is an incredibly impressive showcase for director/writer/star Leah McKendrick, equally hilarious and heartfelt.” –
CBR
Feb 16, 2024
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The Peasants (2023)
61%
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“It has moments where it showcases the potential, turning grounded and pure moments into moving portraits. But the limitations of scope and subject matter keep it from escaping the dry dramatic period genre it's naturally locked into.” –
CBR
Feb 16, 2024
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A Haunting in Venice (2023)
76%
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“A Haunting in Venice is a visually rich blend of mystery tropes and horror elements that remains compelling -- even if it feels underbaked at times.” –
CBR
Sep 15, 2023
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Blue Beetle (2023)
78%
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“A charming cast, distinct voice, and strong individual elements elevate Blue Beetle's fairly simple story.” –
CBR
Aug 19, 2023
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Strays (2023)
54%
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“Strays does an admirably solid -- if overall slight -- job in terms of raw goofy comedy. But the Chris Miller & Phil Lord-produced comedy has a surprisingly strong heart that grounds it throughout...” –
CBR
Aug 17, 2023
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Heart of Stone (2023)
31%
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“Heart of Stone isn't a game changer. But the Gal Gadot-led Netflix flick does offer a solid enough experience -- bolstered by a strong cast and overall good execution -- to justify a watch.” –
CBR
Aug 14, 2023
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Biosphere (2022)
80%
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“Even if it can't quite stick the landing, the movie's intrigue and ambition make it worth the price of admission.” –
CBR
Jul 12, 2023
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Joy Ride (2023)
90%
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“Taking a standard formula and making it their own, Joy Ride is an absolute blast.” –
CBR
Jul 6, 2023
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Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One (2023)
96%
EDIT
“It's a compelling continuation of the franchise that teases enough about the next entry and retains enough character focus to remain compelling on a personal level. ” –
CBR
Jul 5, 2023
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Asteroid City (2023)
76%
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“At the end of the day, Asteroid City is a good movie. When it's working, it's got some of Anderson's funniest moments and most charming ideas...” –
CBR
Jun 23, 2023
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Nimona (2023)
92%
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“Expanding the idiosyncratic ND Stevenson story of the same name into a feature-length story, Netflix's Nimona is a phenomenal achievement.” –
CBR
Jun 23, 2023
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Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023)
71%
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“Despite some minor stumbles, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny is a loving, sometimes subversive, and overall fun experience.” –
CBR
Jun 17, 2023
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Extraction 2 (2023)
80%
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“Extraction 2 is a basic action movie that's essentially Call of Duty: The Movie -- and when it embraces that, the Chris Hemsworth flick is pretty fun.” –
CBR
Jun 15, 2023
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You'll Never Find Me (2023)
81%
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“Brilliantly directed and carried by two central performances, You'll Never Find Me is a great, self-contained nail-biter.” –
CBR
Jun 15, 2023
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Elemental (2023)
73%
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“While it stumbles a little in the world-building and broad comedy, Elemental's central love story is stirring and beautifully produced.” –
CBR
Jun 10, 2023
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The Flash (2023)
63%
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“As fun as the movie is, what elevates The Flash is a genuinely weighty concept explored with all the bombast fans expect from the franchise. ” –
CBR
Jun 6, 2023
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The Boogeyman (2023)
60%
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“The Boogeyman is a fairly standard Stephen King adaptation that works best when it's focused on the central characters.” –
CBR
Jun 3, 2023
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White Men Can't Jump (2023)
26%
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“White Men Can't Jump is a solid (if predictable) sports film that works as intended -- even if it doesn't reach the heights of the original.” –
CBR
May 24, 2023
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The Little Mermaid (2023)
67%
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“The Little Mermaid benefits from its expanded run-time, and by committing to a showy tone that (mostly) works for a fun time.” –
CBR
May 24, 2023
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Organ Trail (2023)
EDIT
“Organ Trail is a solid Western with thriller elements, but it can't quite reach the horrific heights it's aiming for.” –
CBR
May 17, 2023
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Fast X (2023)
56%
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“The action isn't the problem, which often strives to reach those same over-the-top levels that have helped elevate the series... Fast X screeches to a halt when it tries to be more reflective or emotional, losing sight of the tone that defines the film.” –
CBR
May 17, 2023
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Sisu (2022)
94%
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“Sisu is a brutal action film that knows exactly what it is, melding gory violence with some genuinely impressive choreography.” –
CBR
Apr 24, 2023
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The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)
59%
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“The Super Mario Bros. Movie might not revolutionize videogame adaptations, but it serves as a good showcase that a well-done recreation of a game's most charming aspects can lead to a pretty fun time at the theater.” –
CBR
Apr 4, 2023
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Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023)
91%
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“A straightforward fantasy story told with charm and enthusiasm, Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves is as fun as it seems.” –
CBR
Mar 25, 2023
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