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MediaMikes is not a Tomatometer-approved publication. Reviews from this publication only count toward the Tomatometer® when written by the following Tomatometer-approved critic(s): Michael A. Smith.

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Rating Title | Year Author Quote
3/5
Karate Kid: Legends (2025) Michael A. Smith The martial arts scenes are spectacularly done, with some amazing choreography. Chan is 71 – Macchio is 63 – but they both move like they are in their prime.
Posted Jun 03, 2025  Edit critic review
3.5/5
One of Them Days (2025) Michael A. Smith The film also serves as a great reminder that the Honey Butter Biscuits at Church’s Chicken are worth fighting for.
Posted May 24, 2025  Edit critic review
3.5/5
Into the Deep (2025) Michael A. Smith And what a great bit of casting to have Mr. Dreyfuss in the cast. He has always had a way of holding the audience with just his words, and as we listen to his advice, shown through flashbacks, you hang on every word.
Posted May 24, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Love Hurts (2025) Michael A. Smith If you’ve ever seen an interview with Quan, you know that he is a very likable person, and that personality fits Marvin to a tee.
Posted May 24, 2025  Edit critic review
5/5
The Brutalist (2024) Michael A. Smith The film is also propelled by it’s Academy Award nominated musical score, as well as the greatest selection of mid-century standards since, well, “L.A. Confidential.”
Posted May 24, 2025  Edit critic review
3.5/5
Novocaine (2025) Michael A. Smith The action scenes are top notch, if not a little over the top. I mean, sure you can’t feel someone smash your head into a wall but you should at least stumble a little, right?
Posted May 24, 2025  Edit critic review
4.5/5
Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning (2025) Michael A. Smith ...this film is ana amazing way to kick the summer off with a bang! I definitely recommend that you accept this mission.
Posted May 24, 2025  Edit critic review
5/5
Better Man (2024) Michael A. Smith Not since the “South Park” movie has there been a more innovative film musical.
Posted Jan 12, 2025  Edit critic review
5/5
A Complete Unknown (2024) Michael A. Smith Chalamet, who not only embodies Dylan in speech patterns and mannerisms but does his own singing, channels the rebellious energy that made Dylan a folk hero. As I told the studio rep after the screening, “give that kid the Oscar now.”
Posted Dec 27, 2024  Edit critic review
5/5
Mufasa: The Lion King (2024) Michael A. Smith Beautifully rendered (this is by far the best live-action/animated film I’ve ever seen)
Posted Dec 27, 2024  Edit critic review
3.5/5
Kraven the Hunter (2024) Michael A. Smith Action packed from beginning to end, “Kraven the Hunter” is an unapologetic film where the nastier they bad guys fall, the happier the hero becomes.
Posted Dec 27, 2024  Edit critic review
3.5/5
Moana 2 (2024) Michael A. Smith Overall, while younger children may be frightened by some of the images, the older ones (my two grandchildren included) should have a fun time.
Posted Nov 27, 2024  Edit critic review
4.5/5
Gladiator II (2024) Michael A. Smith On my short list of film directors who criminally have never won an Academy Award for their work, Ridley Scott is right at the top.
Posted Nov 22, 2024  Edit critic review
5/5
Wicked (2024) Michael A. Smith But it’s the music that makes “Wicked” what it is, and each and every song are presented magnificently.
Posted Nov 22, 2024  Edit critic review
3.5/5
Red One (2024) Michael A. Smith Overall, I recommend you get in your sleigh and head out over the river and through the woods to see “Red One.”
Posted Nov 16, 2024  Edit critic review
5/5
The Wild Robot (2024) Michael A. Smith The story is a cross between “The Iron Giant” and “E.T.,” with love for others over oneself the message that is being delivered. And it is one that should resonate with everyone.
Posted Nov 10, 2024  Edit critic review
3/5
Megalopolis (2024) Michael A. Smith Visually the film is breathtaking, and it is here that Coppola shines. The man has fourteen Academy Award nominations and five Oscars and his place in the history of cinema is assured.
Posted Nov 10, 2024  Edit critic review
5/5
Saturday Night (2024) Michael A. Smith The film is well paced and the jokes hit hard and often. It took me back to a time when there were only three television channels and you could get a burger, fries and drink at McDonalds for a dollar. Really.
Posted Nov 10, 2024  Edit critic review
3.5/5
The Apprentice (2024) Michael A. Smith Like him or not, Donald Trump is a force to be reckoned with, though I think I can say with a great deal of certainty that he will not be a fan of “The Apprentice.”
Posted Nov 10, 2024  Edit critic review
3.5/5
Here (2024) Michael A. Smith Overall, the film is an interesting piece of cinema and definitely worth taking a trip to the theatre for.
Posted Nov 10, 2024  Edit critic review
5/5
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) Michael A. Smith The script is hilarious, but not afraid to throw in a couple of thrills and Burton’s pacing is pitch perfect. This is Burton’s best work since 2007’s “Sweeney Todd” and ranks up there with “Batman’ and “Ed Wood” as among his best films ever.
Posted Sep 05, 2024  Edit critic review
4/5
Slingshot (2024) Michael A. Smith As the story progresses the audience is almost as confused as those on board the Odyssey 1, not knowing what is real and what isn’t.
Posted Aug 30, 2024  Edit critic review
5/5
Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) Michael A. Smith Yes, it’s raunchy. Yes, it’s bloody. But it also one of the best films of the year.
Posted Aug 30, 2024  Edit critic review
4/5
Boneyard (2024) Michael A. Smith The film is well cast, with Gibson and Van Holt leading the way.
Posted Aug 26, 2024  Edit critic review
5/5
The Beach Boys (2024) Michael A. Smith But despite the ups and downs, the music continues and it is the music that will endear us to the band for as long as we have music.
Posted Jul 07, 2024  Edit critic review
4/5
Bad Boys: Ride or Die (2024) Michael A. Smith When you’re done doing what I’m doing – humming the “Bad Boys” song in your head – take a trip to the local cinema and say hello to Lowery and Burnett. You won’t be disappointed.
Posted Jul 07, 2024  Edit critic review
4/5
Inside Out 2 (2024) Michael A. Smith The animation, as to be expected, is brilliantly rendered and the story smart and captivating. While it doesn’t pack the emotional wallop of “IF,” it’s still a great film to take the fmily to.
Posted Jul 07, 2024  Edit critic review
4/5
Despicable Me 4 (2024) Michael A. Smith Illumination Studios continues to equal, if not occasionally surpass, Pixar as the leader in animated films and “Despicable Me 4” is no exception.
Posted Jul 07, 2024  Edit critic review
4/5
Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F (2024) Michael A. Smith Not sure if Murphy will ever revisit Axel Foley again but if this film is any indication, it would be a most welcome return.
Posted Jul 07, 2024  Edit critic review
4/5
Monkey Man (2024) Michael A. Smith I will note that the film is quite brutal in some of it’s depictions of violence so be prepared to squirm in your seat a little. But squirm away because I can guarantee you this isn’t the last time you’ll see Patel behind the camera.
Posted Apr 12, 2024  Edit critic review
3.5/5
Maestro (2023) Michael A. Smith On a positive note, the performances are excellent. Cooper channels Bernstein down to his voice patterns. Mulligan carries most of the emotional baggage of the film and never delivers a false note.
Posted Mar 24, 2024  Edit critic review
4/5
Bob Marley: One Love (2024) Michael A. Smith Thanks to the hard work of Ziggy Marley, “Bob Marley: One Love” is a loving and inspiring tribute to a man who left this world much too soon. But his music, and his message, lives on.
Posted Mar 24, 2024  Edit critic review
4/5
Arthur the King (2024) Michael A. Smith With the Easter holidays approaching, “Arthur the King” is truly a film for the whole family.
Posted Mar 24, 2024  Edit critic review
5/5
Migration (2023) Michael A. Smith Like other ILLUMINATION films, these are characters you want to spend time with and, most importantly, want to succeed.
Posted Dec 22, 2023  Edit critic review
4/5
Dicks: The Musical (2023) Michael A. Smith A fun, hilarious comedy, “Dicks: The Musical” is best described as “a fun and raucous Parent Trap.” And that’s a good thing.
Posted Dec 22, 2023  Edit critic review
5/5
Wish (2023) Michael A. Smith After a series of misfires that seriously threatened the House of Mouse, I am proud to report that, with “Wish,” Disney is back!
Posted Nov 22, 2023  Edit critic review
3/5
The Marvels (2023) Michael A. Smith Even with wall-to-wall action, “The Marvels” feels almost formulaic in its story.
Posted Nov 14, 2023  Edit critic review
5/5
Killers of the Flower Moon (2023) Michael A. Smith A sprawling epic, “Killers of the Flower Moon” boasts award winning performances by the three leads, who breathe life into characters that would come off as two dimensional in the hands of lesser actors.
Posted Oct 29, 2023  Edit critic review
4/5
The Burial (2023) Michael A. Smith Buoyed by stellar work from Foxx and Jones (both former Oscar winners), the film is full of strong performances. 
Posted Oct 29, 2023  Edit critic review
4/5
MR-9: Do or Die (2023) Michael A. Smith The performances are strong and Akbar’s pacing spot on. Like “MI: Dead Reckoning,” the extended running time moves quickly. Another thing in common – there is more to this adventure to come.
Posted Sep 05, 2023  Edit critic review
3.5/5
The Baker (2022) Michael A. Smith As summer winds down, and you are overwhelmed by all of the “Barbieheimer” social media posts, I recommend taking the time to seek out “The Baker.” It “rises” to the occasion.
Posted Aug 12, 2023  Edit critic review
4/5
The Last Voyage of the Demeter (2023) Michael A. Smith A perfect combination of gore and terror, “The Last Voyage of the Demeter” is a trip you definitely want to take if you are a horror film fan.
Posted Aug 12, 2023  Edit critic review
Tiger Within (2020) Michael A. Smith Though the film is not rated, it does deal with some serious issues. But it is the handling of those issues, and Asner’s performance, that make this film a must see!
Posted Jul 14, 2023  Edit critic review
4.5/5
Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One (2023) Michael A. Smith You’re mission, shoud you decide to accept it, is to check out “Mission Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One” as soon as you can.
Posted Jul 10, 2023  Edit critic review
4/5
Joy Ride (2023) Michael A. Smith If you’re in need of a laugh – a real, genuine belly laugh – then I highly recommend “Joy Ride.”
Posted Jul 08, 2023  Edit critic review
3/5
Mermaids' Lament (2023) Michael A. Smith Both Escobar and Mattos bring true emotion to their performances, a fine achievement when you learn that both actresses are making their feature film debut.
Posted Jul 08, 2023  Edit critic review
5/5
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023) Michael A. Smith ...it’s a true pleasure to see Indiana Jones back on the big screen, where he and his adventures belong. After all, it’s not the years. It’s the miles!
Posted Jun 30, 2023  Edit critic review
5/5
The Flash (2023) Michael A. Smith Action packed from beginning to end, “The Flash” is the DC movie fans have been waiting for.
Posted Jun 08, 2023  Edit critic review
2.5/5
Creed III (2023) Michael A. Smith Unfortunately he didn’t spend enough time on character development, and the audience is stuck with one-dimensional character that don’t have a redeeming bone in their bodies, which is a shame for a franchise that earned it’s love by opening its heart.
Posted Jun 06, 2023  Edit critic review
3.5/5
Man and Witch: The Dance of a Thousand Steps (2024) Michael A. Smith Smartly written, with strong performances, “Man & Witch” could easily be described as “SHREK meets ‘The Princess Bride’” with a little bit of “The Wizard of Oz” tossed in for good measure.
Posted Jun 06, 2023  Edit critic review
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