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Marriska Fernandes

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Biography:

Marriska Fernandes is a Toronto-based entertainment journalist, host and film critic with a decade of experience in the industry. She’s the host of Maple Popcorn podcast and contributes to The Toronto Star, Yahoo Canada, EverythingZoomer.com, Exclaim.ca and Complex.ca. She’s also a member of the Critics Choice Association.

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Now You See Me: Now You Don't (2025) 60% 5/10 EDIT “It sadly isn't as smart as it thinks it is. The magic itself isn't as clever or intricate as in previous entries, and the movie fails in comparison, settling for a convoluted storyline.” – Exclaim! Nov 24, 2025 Full Review The Running Man (2025) 62% 7/10 EDIT “'The Running Man' thrives as a popcorn movie, designed to be enjoyed on the biggest screen possible.” – Exclaim! Nov 24, 2025 Full Review I Know What You Did Last Summer (2025) 36% 6/10 EDIT “From a horror aficionado's perspective, the film excels in its delivery of visceral thrills. The genuinely gnarly kills will delight those who revel in the genre's slasher scenes.” – Exclaim! Jul 18, 2025 Full Review Dangerous Animals (2025) 87% 7/10 EDIT “Pure chum for those who appreciate their horror with a generous side of absurdity and a wink to the audience. ” – Exclaim! Jun 11, 2025 Full Review Lilo & Stitch (2025) 72% 7/10 EDIT “'Lilo & Stitch' serves as a testament to the enduring power of 'ohana that will leave many feeling warm and fuzzy.” – Exclaim! May 23, 2025 Full Review Final Destination Bloodlines (2025) 92% 8/10 EDIT “Stays true to the twisted sense of humour that's carved into the franchise.” – Exclaim! May 18, 2025 Full Review A Working Man (2025) 47% 7/10 EDIT “There are some actor-director collaborations that just work.” – Exclaim! Apr 4, 2025 Full Review Unstoppable (2024) 77% 7/10 EDIT “Unstoppable doesn't pretend to reinvent the sports movie formula, and it doesn't need to.” – Exclaim! Dec 16, 2024 Full Review Lee (2023) 68% 6/10 EDIT “With a solid performance by Winslet, this one's worth peeking behind the lens.” – Exclaim! Oct 3, 2024 Full Review Hold Your Breath (2024) 40% 5/10 EDIT “Paulson's a powerhouse, but don't hold your breath for this one.” – Exclaim! Oct 3, 2024 Full Review Sing Sing (2023) 97% 7/10 EDIT “An understated piece of art that sings loudly and boldly.” – Exclaim! Aug 5, 2024 Full Review The Idea of You (2024) 80% 8/10 EDIT “The fact that the film doesn't fall into a trope — that an older woman is dating a younger man to relive her youth — is refreshing.” – Exclaim! May 9, 2024 Full Review Challengers (2024) 88% 7/10 EDIT “A sweaty, sexy spectacle that serves and slays.” – Exclaim! May 9, 2024 Full Review Maestro (2023) 78% EDIT “Cooper has clearly been a student of his craft — learning, observing and delivering. A passionate filmmaker and actor, Cooper acts and directs like the maestro he emulates.” – Exclaim! Dec 19, 2023 Full Review Insidious: The Red Door (2023) 39% 6/10 EDIT “The Red Door isn't the best Insidious film, but it certainly had some of the best scares.” – Exclaim! Jul 7, 2023 Full Review The Little Mermaid (2023) 67% 7/10 EDIT “As far as Disney live-action remakes go, this certainly fares better than some of the other entries in recent years. ” – Exclaim! Jun 6, 2023 Full Review Fast X (2023) 56% EDIT “After 10 films and a spinoff, fans who’ve been along for the ride will find this joyride a blast with scenes that feel like throwbacks to their favourite characters, locations, and car chases.” – That Shelf Jun 5, 2023 Full Review Air (2023) 93% 8/10 EDIT “A solid film that toes the line between comedy and drama to offer an undoubtedly entertaining slam dunk.” – Exclaim! Apr 5, 2023 Full Review Your Place or Mine (2023) 31% EDIT “The film isn’t even a testament to [Witherspoon and Kutcher's] talent or charm as actors; the material they’re working with was simply too weak for them to salvage.” – That Shelf Mar 7, 2023 Full Review Creed III (2023) 89% 8/10 EDIT “Quite simply: it's a knockout.” – Exclaim! Mar 6, 2023 Full Review Avatar: The Way of Water (2022) 76% 9/10 EDIT “Avatar: The Way of Water is nothing short of a cinematic marvel, outweighing its predecessor on many fronts.” – Exclaim! Feb 24, 2023 Full Review Knock at the Cabin (2023) 67% 6/10 EDIT “An intense apocalyptic thriller that's worth a watch.” – Exclaim! Feb 24, 2023 Full Review We Have a Ghost (2023) 44% 6/10 EDIT “It takes a strong actor to share the screen with Harbour, and Winston does so effortlessly.” – Exclaim! Feb 24, 2023 Full Review Shotgun Wedding (2023) 45% 5/10 EDIT “Audiences might want to reconsider RSVPing to this particular wedding party.” – Exclaim! Jan 30, 2023 Full Review Bones and All (2022) 82% EDIT “Gory? Yes, but Bones and All is an absolutely delicious watch. It showcases a different romantic idealism that’s perhaps rarely caught on film.” – That Shelf Nov 26, 2022 Full Review
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