Derek Sante
Tomatometer-approved critic
Biography:
I walk this earth as a reporter and film critic until a stronger reporter can best me in battle. Find me on TV, Radio and online!
A HOUSE OF DYNAMITE (2025)
75%
A
EDIT
“A film that start conversations and opens lines to new questions. Be ok with deriving your own answers when this film leaves you haning.” –
KSNV (Las Vegas)
Nov 2, 2025
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Good Fortune (2025)
78%
B
EDIT
“Just good comedy, had fun with it!” –
KSNV (Las Vegas)
Nov 2, 2025
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Song Sung Blue (2025)
78%
A-
EDIT
“While this film is a musical movie, it's the love story that really rocks the audience. For those looking for a fun film, Song Sung Blue will fit the bill for many, a film that is human and heartfelt in the key of Neil Diamond.” –
Review Nation
Nov 2, 2025
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Christy (2025)
67%
A-
EDIT
“Sydney Sweeney takes this story to multiple rounds and pulls no punches.” –
Review Nation
Sep 24, 2025
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My Mother's Wedding (2023)
41%
B
EDIT
“I found this film to be sweet and a good time for those looking for love for the 1st time or once again!” –
KSNV (Las Vegas)
Aug 8, 2025
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40 Acres (2024)
89%
B-
EDIT
“Fun cannibal film with strong performance from Danielle.” –
KSNV (Las Vegas)
Aug 8, 2025
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The Naked Gun (2025)
87%
A-
EDIT
“I love these movies and I'm along for the ride with these dumb jokes.” –
KSNV (Las Vegas)
Aug 8, 2025
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Together (2025)
89%
B
EDIT
“I had fun with this film, starting at Sundance. If you love horror, you'll love this movie.” –
KVCW (Las Vegas)
Aug 8, 2025
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She Rides Shotgun (2025)
88%
B+
EDIT
“A heavy film, but sweet with an amazing performance from Taron.” –
KSNV (Las Vegas)
Aug 8, 2025
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Jurassic World Rebirth (2025)
50%
C
EDIT
“Unfortunately, Jurassic World: Rebirth comes out like flat soda, all the ingredients are there, but its just missing a special surprise. They threw everything AND the kitchen sink in. ” –
Review Nation
Jul 1, 2025
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Sacramento (2024)
85%
B
EDIT
“A fun take on the weight of certain relationships.” –
KSNV (Las Vegas)
Jun 27, 2025
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Until Dawn (2025)
52%
C+
EDIT
“Frights and imagination for horror fans.” –
KSNV (Las Vegas)
Jun 27, 2025
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Havoc (2025)
64%
B-
EDIT
“Dark and gritty with a nutty amount of fun violence. Tom Hardy had a blast with these fight scenes.” –
KSNV (Las Vegas)
Jun 27, 2025
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Hurry Up Tomorrow (2025)
14%
C-
EDIT
“I wanted to like it, but its a missfire. Though Jenna and Barry had some good moments.” –
KVCW (Las Vegas)
Jun 27, 2025
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The Last Rodeo (2025)
69%
B
EDIT
“A simple positive story.” –
KSNV (Las Vegas)
Jun 27, 2025
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Lilo & Stitch (2025)
72%
B-
EDIT
“A fun adaptation, but nowhere as good as the original cartoon.” –
KSNV (Las Vegas)
Jun 27, 2025
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Dangerous Animals (2025)
87%
B+
EDIT
“Fun serial killer flick with Jai Courtney having a lot of fun!” –
KSNV (Las Vegas)
Jun 27, 2025
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The Life of Chuck (2024)
80%
A-
EDIT
“I love a film that makes you reassess life and the layers of our realities.” –
KSNV (Las Vegas)
Jun 27, 2025
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KPop Demon Hunters (2025)
92%
B+
EDIT
“The art is amazing and the humor is on point. It's a lot of fun and little girls will love it. More than what you would expect!” –
KSNV (Las Vegas)
Jun 27, 2025
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The Rule of Jenny Pen (2024)
72%
B+
EDIT
“A fresh horror in an elderly atmosphere bring fun and suspense.” –
Review Nation
Mar 28, 2025
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Emilia Pérez (2024)
71%
A-
EDIT
“An electric film filled with artistry and honesty.” –
Review Nation
Oct 4, 2024
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The Apprentice (2024)
82%
B
EDIT
“A film defined by building blocks & interpretation asking audiences to create a monster or a martyr.” –
Review Nation
Sep 13, 2024
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My Penguin Friend (2024)
86%
B-
EDIT
“Delivering on a simply, but heartfelt story.” –
KSNV (Las Vegas)
Aug 23, 2024
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Sing Sing (2023)
97%
A
EDIT
“Coleman Domingo shines in this true story. Reality and theatrical merge to become something deeper.” –
Review Nation
Aug 23, 2024
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Alien: Romulus (2024)
80%
A-
EDIT
“Even with its faults and certain choice, I give it an A- for being what every other horror or suspense movie is trying to be this year.” –
KSNV (Las Vegas)
Aug 23, 2024
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