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KKFI-FM (Kansas City) is not a Tomatometer-approved publication. Reviews from this publication only count toward the Tomatometer® when written by the following Tomatometer-approved critic(s): Russ Simmons.

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2/5
In Cold Light (2025) Russ Simmons "In Cold Light" is a little too cold and a little too calculated.
Posted Jan 23, 2026  Edit critic review
3/5
H Is for Hawk (2025) Russ Simmons "H is for Hawk" is relatable, thanks to Foy’s performance, but never quite soars.
Posted Jan 23, 2026  Edit critic review
3/5
Mercy (2026) Russ Simmons While it gets a bit goofy and stretches credibility to the limit, "Mercy" gets to its over-the-top climax in an entertaining manner.
Posted Jan 23, 2026  Edit critic review
3/5
The Choral (2025) Russ Simmons "The Choral" is well crafted, but very lightweight.
Posted Jan 16, 2026  Edit critic review
3/5
Dead Man's Wire (2025) Russ Simmons While it generates a certain level of tension, this thriller from filmmaker Gus Van Sant is really a sober study of utter desperation.
Posted Jan 16, 2026  Edit critic review
4/5
The Rip (2026) Russ Simmons Fans of the genre will enjoy the action of "The Rip," as well as the challenge of figuring out who the good guys are…if there are any.
Posted Jan 16, 2026  Edit critic review
3/5
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (2026) Russ Simmons While gripping, well-made and genuinely scary, its graphic and sadistic violence approaches the level of torture porn.
Posted Jan 16, 2026  Edit critic review
2/5
Rosemead (2025) Russ Simmons The intent is admirable, and the execution is competent enough. But "Rosemead" is a hard watch that offers no easy answers. It’s tragic and depressing in equal measure.
Posted Jan 09, 2026  Edit critic review
3/5
Father Mother Sister Brother (2025) Russ Simmons The talented cast helps a lot, but "Father Mother Sister Brother" is one that will probably only appeal to fans of Jarmusch’s slow, low-key style.
Posted Jan 09, 2026  Edit critic review
3/5
Is This Thing On? (2025) Russ Simmons Arnett’s foul-mouthed comedy material isn’t really all that funny but still rings true. "Is This Thing On?" should appeal to those not easily offended.
Posted Jan 09, 2026  Edit critic review
3/5
The Testament of Ann Lee (2025) Russ Simmons "The Testament of Anne Lee" is dark and dramatically erratic but oddly involving.
Posted Dec 26, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Song Sung Blue (2025) Russ Simmons The stars are very appealing, but if you’re not a fan of Diamond’s music, steer clear.
Posted Dec 26, 2025  Edit critic review
4/5
Marty Supreme (2025) Russ Simmons "Marty Supreme" is supremely watchable.
Posted Dec 26, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Goodbye June (2025) Russ Simmons It’s manipulative and obvious, but the sterling cast prevents "Goodbye June" from becoming too saccharine.
Posted Dec 26, 2025  Edit critic review
4/5
The Secret Agent (2025) Russ Simmons The structure of "The Secret Agent" is disjointed for sure, but only that adds to its offbeat appeal.
Posted Dec 19, 2025  Edit critic review
2/5
The Housemaid (2025) Russ Simmons "The Housemaid" doesn’t clean up because the filmmakers didn’t have the nerve to go full camp…which would have been the better route to take.
Posted Dec 19, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
David (2025) Russ Simmons The story’s violence has been toned down, but it’s still faithful to the Biblical themes and is a painless introduction for the kiddies.
Posted Dec 19, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025) Russ Simmons The third entry in the phenomenally successful sci-fi franchise delivers exactly what you’d expect, 3 hours and 12 minutes of spectacular visuals and zippy action. The story, however, is very repetitive and has little to offer that’s new.
Posted Dec 19, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Dust Bunny (2025) Russ Simmons The wildly original horror satire "Dust Bunny" plays like a midnight movie for the junior high set.
Posted Dec 12, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery (2025) Russ Simmons This mildly engaging mystery is overlong and really stretches credibility. Still, "Wake Up Dead Man" is more than entertaining enough to keep you awake.
Posted Dec 12, 2025  Edit critic review
2/5
Merv (2025) Russ Simmons "Merv" is well meaning, but as artificial as an aluminum Christmas tree.
Posted Dec 12, 2025  Edit critic review
2/5
Oh. What. Fun. (2025) Russ Simmons "Oh. What. Fun." is a lump of coal for your cinematic stocking.
Posted Dec 05, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Jay Kelly (2025) Russ Simmons While somewhat engaging, there are phony elements in the movie that are uncharacteristic of the gifted filmmaker Noah Baumbach. "Jay Kelly" is a mixed bag bolstered by megawatt star power.
Posted Dec 05, 2025  Edit critic review
2/5
Hunting Season (2025) Russ Simmons This is the kind of fodder that used to be called "grindhouse cinema," prodding audiences into vengeful bloodlust. Happy Holidays!
Posted Dec 05, 2025  Edit critic review
4/5
Hamnet (2025) Russ Simmons Anchored by terrific performances by Paul Mescal and Jesse Buckley as Shakespeare and his troubled wife Agnes, it’s an emotionally involving tale.
Posted Dec 05, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Rebuilding (2025) Russ Simmons "Rebuilding" is an effective, deliberately paced tale of resilience anchored by inspired casting.
Posted Nov 28, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Left-Handed Girl (2025) Russ Simmons Although it’s the first effort of director Shih-Ching Tsou, Sean Baker of "Anora" fame is the co-writer and editor. "Left-Handed Girl" is a shrewd movie that takes viewers to places they may not expect.
Posted Nov 28, 2025  Edit critic review
4/5
Zootopia 2 (2025) Russ Simmons It’s a family film in the best sense of the term. It’s a beautifully animated offering with zany slapstick for the kids and sly cultural and political commentary for their parents. Can’t wait for "Zootopia 3."
Posted Nov 28, 2025  Edit critic review
3/4
Eternity (2025) Russ Simmons The concept is better than the execution, but a likable cast gives this rom-com a considerable boost.
Posted Nov 28, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Rental Family (2025) Russ Simmons
Posted Nov 21, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Train Dreams (2025) Russ Simmons Tragic and austere, "Train Dreams" is a film to appreciate if not necessarily enjoy.
Posted Nov 21, 2025  Edit critic review
4/5
Wicked: For Good (2025) Russ Simmons In "Wicked: For Good," Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba and Ariana Grande’s Glinda use their vocal powers for good, providing a long but fitting climax.
Posted Nov 21, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
The Running Man (2025) Russ Simmons The biggest problem with "The Running Man" is the running time.
Posted Nov 14, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Now You See Me: Now You Don't (2025) Russ Simmons It’s a reasonably entertaining installment, but the tricks are very familiar. What’s missing from "Now You See Me: Now You Don’t" is magic.
Posted Nov 14, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Nouvelle Vague (2025) Russ Simmons Nerd alert!! It’s a loving homage to avant garde movie making.
Posted Nov 14, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Sarah's Oil (2025) Russ Simmons “Sarah’s Oil is a family friendly crowd-pleaser.
Posted Nov 07, 2025  Edit critic review
2/5
Die My Love (2025) Russ Simmons “Die My Love” is the kind of artsy mess that only appeals to critics and it’s a chore to watch.
Posted Nov 07, 2025  Edit critic review
4/5
Predator: Badlands (2025) Russ Simmons “Predator: Badlands” proves that old properties can seem fresh when infused with enough imagination.
Posted Nov 07, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Frankenstein (2025) Russ Simmons While it’s certainly worth a watch, this version adds some curious elements that resemble superhero movies more than Mary Shelley. “Frankenstein” is more to be respected for its ambition than for the end result.
Posted Nov 07, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Blue Moon (2025) Russ Simmons “Blue Moon” is a creative bit of speculation that will appeal mostly to fans of musical theater.
Posted Oct 31, 2025  Edit critic review
4/5
The Perfect Neighbor (2025) Russ Simmons Smoldering racism and convoluted gun laws are exposed in “The Perfect Neighbor, a thoughtful, disturbing and timely social document.
Posted Oct 31, 2025  Edit critic review
2/5
Stitch Head (2025) Russ Simmons “Stitch Head” is reasonably well animated, but the weak storyline blunts its overall appeal.
Posted Oct 31, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Hedda (2025) Russ Simmons While not all of DaCosta’s changes work and purists may balk, “Hedda” is a mostly effective update that remains true of Ibsen’s themes concerning the dangers of greed, passion and ambition.
Posted Oct 31, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Stiller & Meara: Nothing Is Lost (2025) Russ Simmons It’s a thoughtful showbiz time capsule.
Posted Oct 24, 2025  Edit critic review
2/5
The Hand That Rocks The Cradle (2025) Russ Simmons You can’t blame the talented cast, but this awkward version is saddled with implausible twists and is just a shadow of the original.
Posted Oct 24, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Regretting You (2025) Russ Simmons The story is very soapy, contrived and manipulative, so many viewers will feel like they’ve been jerked around. However, fans of Colleen Hoover, known as “Cohorts,” will get exactly what they want in “Regretting You.” Everyone else, beware.
Posted Oct 24, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Ballad of a Small Player (2025) Russ Simmons The shifts between the real and the imagined are sometimes awkward and confusing. Even so, “Ballad of a Small Player” is a stylish look at the descent of a loser.
Posted Oct 17, 2025  Edit critic review
3/5
Good Fortune (2025) Russ Simmons Good Fortune” is a likable comedy that tries to be a modern take on a Frank Capra-style premise but is only modestly successful.
Posted Oct 17, 2025  Edit critic review
2/5
After the Hunt (2025) Russ Simmons Colossally pretentious, burdened with pompous dialogue and unlikable characters, it’s a burden to watch.
Posted Oct 17, 2025  Edit critic review
2/5
Shell (2024) Russ Simmons “Shell” is trying to be a black comedy, but the humor seldom lands.
Posted Oct 10, 2025  Edit critic review
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