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Raising Whasians

Raising Whasians is not a Tomatometer-approved publication. Reviews from this publication only count toward the Tomatometer® when written by the following Tomatometer-approved critic(s): Christie Cronan.

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Rating Title | Year Author Quote
7/10
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) Christie Cronan A fun and deranged walk down memory lane
Posted Sep 04, 2024  Edit critic review
7/10
Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) Christie Cronan The foulest, filthiest, fourth wall breaking sequel ever - but at what point are we literally beating the Dead(pool) horse?
Posted Jul 23, 2024  Edit critic review
6/10
Despicable Me 4 (2024) Christie Cronan Gru and his Minions have enough laughs to keep the franchise alive - but just barely. But you shouldn't rely on the old franchise magic to keep the new sequel afloat.
Posted Jul 02, 2024  Edit critic review
6/10
The Imaginary (2023) Christie Cronan Imaginary yes, but not quite imagination-full.
Posted Jun 14, 2024  Edit critic review
8/10
Inside Out 2 (2024) Christie Cronan Hit me and my anxiety console to the core...but not in a cathartic Bing Bong soul crushing core memory kind of way.
Posted Jun 12, 2024  Edit critic review
7/10
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024) Christie Cronan This Dystopian mayhem is revved up visually with action-packed poetry - yet is lacking some of the oomph that Fury Road achieved with reviving the franchise.
Posted May 21, 2024  Edit critic review
6/10
The Garfield Movie (2024) Christie Cronan ...a watchable kids movie for the summer that's definitely NOT the cat-astrophy of 2004. But definitely not my first choice for family movie night either.
Posted May 20, 2024  Edit critic review
8/10
IF (2024) Christie Cronan IF is a much-needed, long overdue therapy session with the inner child within all of us.
Posted May 15, 2024  Edit critic review
6/10
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (2024) Christie Cronan Surprisingly watchable, and honestly that's the one thing that this reboot has going for it.
Posted May 08, 2024  Edit critic review
7/10
The Idea of You (2024) Christie Cronan It’s rom com escapism at it’s best – and I bought the fantasy.
Posted May 02, 2024  Edit critic review
8/10
The Fall Guy (2024) Christie Cronan Well that was explosively fun! There's a fine line between satire and parody - but Ryan Gosling's "Kenergy" has The Fall Guy hitting all of the right action sequences.
Posted May 01, 2024  Edit critic review
Tiger (2024) Christie Cronan Tiger connects with the audience in a relatable yet magical way that only Disneynature can do – through patience, passion, and awe.
Posted Apr 22, 2024  Edit critic review
8/10
Challengers (2024) Christie Cronan Zendaya's character is unmatched. Her performance is serving aces comfortably - peaking in her villain era. You can cut the sexual tension with a racket.
Posted Apr 12, 2024  Edit critic review
5/10
Damaged (2024) Christie Cronan Damaged may be the perfect word to describe this anticlimactic crime thriller.
Posted Apr 10, 2024  Edit critic review
6/10
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024) Christie Cronan I ain't afraid of no ghosts - but I am afraid of how this sequel is going to be received by fans. Who ya gonna call? I'm calling the 80's. And parents, this Ghostbusters may NOT be for kids this time.
Posted Mar 20, 2024  Edit critic review
7/10
Arthur the King (2024) Christie Cronan New underdog story, same underdog feels. Arthur the King is proof that we will always root for a good underdog. This one is just has a potty mouth.
Posted Mar 13, 2024  Edit critic review
7/10
Little Wing (2024) Christie Cronan Shows a refreshingly realistic side of being a modern day teen - with broken relationships and sharp honest dialogue that is ultimately relatable - to a fault. But takes an unexpected fascinating flight into a world of redemption, family, and hope.
Posted Mar 12, 2024  Edit critic review
7/10
Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024) Christie Cronan A little bit of panda-monium but has all of the bear necessities for another DreamWorks sequel success.
Posted Mar 06, 2024  Edit critic review
9/10
Dune: Part Two (2024) Christie Cronan A spicy sequel that is ultimately a full sensory experience, one of the rare film sequels that is better than the predecessor.
Posted Feb 21, 2024  Edit critic review
6/10
Ordinary Angels (2024) Christie Cronan Hilary Swank is a mild Erin Brockovich in an even milder Patch Adams in an even milder B-rated Lifetime film. Inspiring and mildly entertaining yet formulaic movie about faith, miracles, and ordinary people coming together to do extraordinary things
Posted Feb 21, 2024  Edit critic review
4/10
Madame Web (2024) Christie Cronan Since when did the new Marvel become the old DC? Madame Web is 100% ABSOLUTELY the worst Sony/Marvel film ever made. Don't fall for the dark web of deceit. This is Fifty Shades of Messed-Up.
Posted Feb 13, 2024  Edit critic review
5/10
Bob Marley: One Love (2024) Christie Cronan No disrespect to his music or his legacy, but nothing was jamming together with this film.
Posted Feb 13, 2024  Edit critic review
6/10
Suncoast (2024) Christie Cronan A visual display of the complexities of family, grief, and our own inner struggle with mortality. While harshly spewed with overplayed teen tropes, the committed acting, and ultimately heartfelt connection of characters is what sells a convincing film.
Posted Feb 06, 2024  Edit critic review
8/10
Argylle (2024) Christie Cronan A seriously a not-so-serious spy thriller action comedy that is predictably unpredictable - and somehow it all comes together brilliantly. Surprisingly masterful in presenting a spy thriller action comedy that actually delivers.
Posted Jan 31, 2024  Edit critic review
5/10
Freud's Last Session (2023) Christie Cronan A new film, but a nostalgic appeal. A nod to a movie legend, this historical drama pays homage to more than one great mind. But the dry material doesn't have enough substance to relate to a modern age.
Posted Jan 16, 2024  Edit critic review
7/10
Mean Girls (2024) Christie Cronan Can a remake be good? In a word, fetch.
Posted Jan 10, 2024  Edit critic review
5/10
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom (2023) Christie Cronan Ripping off popular movies and other famous tropes from action/fantasy film franchises, this movie sequel takes a nose dive into deep, deep waters.
Posted Dec 22, 2023  Edit critic review
6/10
Migration (2023) Christie Cronan Migration gives enough holiday vibes to be watchable, but not quite stuffed and fully feathered. Missed joke opportunities, overused plot points, and tiring antics don't give Illumination a glowing flight for these Mallards.
Posted Dec 21, 2023  Edit critic review
8/10
The Color Purple (2023) Christie Cronan The retelling may be flashier, but the outcome is the same. The Color Purple is still as impactful and relevant today as it was then.
Posted Dec 21, 2023  Edit critic review
9/10
Wonka (2023) Christie Cronan Filled with emotion, storytelling and pure imagination for the senses, Wonka is the sweetest prequel I've watched in a long time. Chalamet's performance inspires a new generation of Wonka believers.
Posted Dec 17, 2023  Edit critic review
5.5/10
The Boys in the Boat (2023) Christie Cronan Even keel is great in a boat. Not so much in a movie. Overall, The Boys in the Boat is a one note, even keel sports drama that unfortunately won’t be remembered beside the legends.
Posted Dec 15, 2023  Edit critic review
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever (2023) Christie Cronan Thankfully this holiday adventure puts aside much of the snark and crude humor for a more palatable family movie night that feels more like a special than a full DOAK film.
Posted Dec 08, 2023  Edit critic review
The Boy and the Heron (2023) Christie Cronan Poetic, reflective - laced in emotion through 10-years of maturity, growth, and restraint. Thoughtfully real yet wildly imaginative, emotionally charged yet carefully composed.
Posted Dec 07, 2023  Edit critic review
8/10
Wish (2023) Christie Cronan When your entire legacy is the G.O.A.T. of this film...Keeping the story light and the music "Hamilton" strong, Disney's Wish focuses on the real deal, the best of the classic 1990's Disney musical films wrapped in an all-out Disney Easter Egg hunt.
Posted Nov 17, 2023  Edit critic review
4/10
Dashing Through the Snow (2023) Christie Cronan Good intentions and much needed representation in the Christmas movie genre, is nothing more than a checkbox for the Disney+ list this season. Diversity and inclusion is left hanging without a solid foundation of story, heart and relatable characters.
Posted Nov 17, 2023  Edit critic review
6/10
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (2023) Christie Cronan Even though the poison took a long time to seep in for this prequel, in the end Snow lands on top. Not a perfect Snow white success by any means, but pearly enough for the fans.
Posted Nov 15, 2023  Edit critic review
7/10
The Marvels (2023) Christie Cronan Well, it's not Eternals bad. The Marvels is a cat vomit fest of chaotic ideas that may have gone one multiverse too far with 2 risky scene choices that will either be loved or hated.
Posted Nov 08, 2023  Edit critic review
6/10
Next Goal Wins (2023) Christie Cronan This humbling yet casual story of underdogs is a mixed bag of spoof and inspiration. The opposing themes sometimes feels chaotic, confusing, and fight against this film from becoming an instant classic. Ultimately, it doesn't take itself too seriously.
Posted Nov 07, 2023  Edit critic review
5/10
Trolls Band Together (2023) Christie Cronan Is Trolls still trending? Sadly, I think it's time to disband. Catchy songs without substance won't save a third, tired sequel.
Posted Nov 04, 2023  Edit critic review
6/10
Quiz Lady (2023) Christie Cronan Awkwafina awkwardly takes a back seat to Oh's physical comedy in Quiz Lady. But overall, I needed more commitment to the Asian American experience. Good but not memorable.
Posted Oct 30, 2023  Edit critic review
7/10
Blue Beetle (2023) Christie Cronan A few bugs, but overall a solid DC film. This super bug has the same superhero shell, but Xolo's performance grows on you.
Posted Aug 17, 2023  Edit critic review
8/10
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (2023) Christie Cronan A fresh mutation with classic reboot vibes. Paramount may be "milking" this success forever though...
Posted Jul 29, 2023  Edit critic review
6/10
Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken (2023) Christie Cronan Not quite as iconic, but doesn't let teen raging hormones kraken under the pressure. Dives deeper below surface level, into important life lesson tentacles that we could all learn from.
Posted Jun 24, 2023  Edit critic review
6/10
World's Best (2023) Christie Cronan This 2021 Spin knock off movie is just an OK movie cousin for the middle grader. But with half committed themes and unrealistic plot points, I'm stuck on a movie title vibe doesn't quite match the content.
Posted Jun 23, 2023  Edit critic review
6/10
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023) Christie Cronan It's watchable. But I wish that we could have let Indy be, like all of those relics he loved, preserved in a museum of time.
Posted Jun 16, 2023  Edit critic review
6/10
Elemental (2023) Christie Cronan The romance is more of a simmer than a boil. Sadly, no one will place Elemental in their top Pixar movies of all time. And Sohn will have to settle for an underwhelming "OK" score that will sit on the dusty shelves alongside The Good Dinosaur.
Posted Jun 09, 2023  Edit critic review
6/10
The Flash (2023) Christie Cronan A little flashy for a summer blockbuster film. But overall The Flash is quirky, quick witted, emotional and relatable with his own twist on the DC multiverse. Just a little too super hyped.
Posted Jun 07, 2023  Edit critic review
7/10
Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (2023) Christie Cronan Good call on a new director and a new direction. You can't help but feel good watching a summer film that takes you back to your Optimus 1990's prime. That mid credits scene though...
Posted Jun 06, 2023  Edit critic review
6/10
The Little Mermaid (2023) Christie Cronan It's not the worst Disney live action remake I've seen. But most of the original Disney magic is lost at sea.
Posted May 22, 2023  Edit critic review
6/10
Fast X (2023) Christie Cronan Two words: testosterone drive. Fast X is like a bad car accident and a tabloid combined. We just can't get enough of a movie with little to no plot that's basically just one messy pileup. Momoa's performance saves the film.
Posted May 17, 2023  Edit critic review
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