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Reel Talk with Chuck and Pam

Reel Talk with Chuck and Pam is not a Tomatometer-approved publication. Reviews from this publication only count toward the Tomatometer® when written by the following Tomatometer-approved critic(s): Charles Koplinski, Pamela Powell.

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Rating Title | Year Author Quote
3/4.0
Two Sleepy People (2025) Pamela Powell This independent film makes bold choices in both set design and musical score, and those risks pay off.
Posted Jan 24, 2026  Edit critic review
3/4
No Other Choice (2025) Charles Koplinski Sagging badly in the middle, the film suffers from disparate tones and narrative constipation. Thankfully, it manages to right itself, delivering a wonderfully ironic conclusion that drives home the ultimate futility of all we’ve witnessed.
Posted Jan 22, 2026  Edit critic review
2.5/4.0
Mercy (2026) Charles Koplinski Resorting to the laziness of using a car chase and no-holds barred action finale proves all the more disappointing after such a promising beginning.
Posted Jan 22, 2026  Edit critic review
2/4
H Is for Hawk (2025) Charles Koplinski In the end, "Hawk" fails in not focusing on a compelling protagonist, either avian or human. That it’s incapable of providing us with a complete portrait of MacDonald ultimately prevents it from taking flight.
Posted Jan 22, 2026  Edit critic review
3/4
The Rip (2026) Charles Koplinski Smartly executed, "The Rip’s" plot twists hold water, putting all that’s come prior in a different perspective, revealing just who the "good guys" are, a label increasingly hard to uphold in its dark world of pain and temptation.
Posted Jan 16, 2026  Edit critic review
2.5/4.0
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple (2026) Charles Koplinski Fiennes is a wonder here, his humanistic rendering of Kelson providing the viewer with a plausible, hopeful alternative to societal chaos.
Posted Jan 15, 2026  Edit critic review
2.5/4.0
The Choral (2025) Charles Koplinski Fiennes provides a solid center for these characters to orbit around and, as expected, his nuanced turn holds it all together.
Posted Jan 14, 2026  Edit critic review
3/4
Is This Thing On? (2025) Charles Koplinski "Thing" serves as a reminder that while marriage at times may be a battlefield, seeing its absurdities through a prism of humor and honesty, may lead to its salvation.
Posted Jan 08, 2026  Edit critic review
3.5/4.0
We Bury the Dead (2024) Charles Koplinski Hilditch casts his zombies in a sympathetic light that generates more pity rather than fear, the director never letting us forget that the souls of the unfortunate lurk beneath this disturbing façade.
Posted Jan 08, 2026  Edit critic review
3.5/4.0
I Was a Stranger (2024) Charles Koplinski As such, the director drives home the idea that those who might suffer or be victimized half a world away, is our suffering too.
Posted Jan 07, 2026  Edit critic review
3.5/4.0
Song Sung Blue (2025) Charles Koplinski The result is a stirring portrait of two people who, despite being repeatedly brought low by cruel fate, continue to believe better times are just around the corner.
Posted Dec 24, 2025  Edit critic review
2.5/4.0
Marty Supreme (2025) Charles Koplinski Yet, in addition to it being overwhelming, its conclusion didn’t ring true to me. An effort to redeem Mauser with a last-minute epiphany runs counter to all we’ve seen of him before.
Posted Dec 23, 2025  Edit critic review
3/4
Goodbye June (2025) Charles Koplinski Stepping behind the camera for the first time, Kate Winslet displays a firm hand with "Goodbye June." A solid debut, the actress finds the proper tone through which to render its delicate subject matter from the start.
Posted Dec 22, 2025  Edit critic review
3.5/4.0
Hamnet (2025) Charles Koplinski "Hamnet" proves to be a cleansing experience, a film that dares to examine the impact and fallout of any parents’ worst nightmare.
Posted Dec 18, 2025  Edit critic review
2.5/4.0
Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025) Charles Koplinski As for the story in "Ash," it’s as mundane as its presentation is groundbreaking, a repetitious barrage of overblown actions sequences held together with the most threadbare of plots.
Posted Dec 17, 2025  Edit critic review
3.5/4.0
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery (2025) Charles Koplinski In an era of bloated Hollywood filmmaking, it’s a tribute to Johnson and his cast that at nearly two and half hours in length, "Deadman" is captivating throughout.
Posted Dec 10, 2025  Edit critic review
2/4
Merv (2025) Charles Koplinski So innocuous that if it were a color, it would make beige look dynamic, Jessica Swale’s "Merv" is a bland, inconsequential rom com that seemingly makes time stand still
Posted Dec 10, 2025  Edit critic review
1/4
Dust Bunny (2025) Charles Koplinski Like a needy child clamoring for attention, "Bunny" is a calculated exercise in style that jettisons coherency in its efforts to impress with just how clever and avant garde it is. It fails on both counts, coming off as trite and desperate instead.
Posted Dec 10, 2025  Edit critic review
2.5/4.0
Fackham Hall (2025) Charles Koplinski The gags are quite silly at times, so broad in fact they wouldn’t be out of place in a Monty Python skit or a film like "Airplane." Subtlety doesn’t raise its austere head here.
Posted Dec 04, 2025  Edit critic review
4/4
Jay Kelly (2025) Charles Koplinski None of this would work without Clooney, who gives a surprisingly restrained performance. He’s never been as vulnerable or wounded as he is here, the actor allowing the artifice of his own image slip away to reveal a man who barely exists.
Posted Dec 03, 2025  Edit critic review
3.5/4.0
Zootopia 2 (2025) Charles Koplinski Visually dynamic, consistently clever and wholly entertaining, "Zootopia 2" proves to be perfect holiday fare for everyone, delivering its message with vibrant flair and admirable intelligence.
Posted Nov 26, 2025  Edit critic review
2.5/4.0
The Family Plan 2 (2025) Charles Koplinski Obviously, none of this is to be taken seriously and, wisely, no one involved is doing that. There’s a light, goofy tone to the film that is charming.
Posted Nov 26, 2025  Edit critic review
3/4
Eternity (2025) Charles Koplinski "Eternity’s" relatable ethical predicament is one the viewer can’t help but put themselves in, a question that may cause some to reevaluate the seeming eternity they’re already enduring.
Posted Nov 24, 2025  Edit critic review
3/4
Rental Family (2025) Charles Koplinski The success of the movie relies heavily on the inherent appeal of its lead. Likable and vulnerable, Fraser is the perfect choice for Phillip, the actor’s unassuming nature complimenting his character’s easy-going demeanor.
Posted Nov 19, 2025  Edit critic review
2/4
Wicked: For Good (2025) Charles Koplinski In the end, "Wicked: For Good" is a bit of a mess, failing to capitalize on the momentum of the first entry, its over-busy, choppy structure preventing this viewer from becoming emotionally engaged.
Posted Nov 19, 2025  Edit critic review
4/4
Train Dreams (2025) Pamela Powell Bentley’s film, while set more than a century ago, speaks directly to contemporary audiences. Its exploration of family, belonging and humanity’s bond with nature affirms that time changes landscapes but not the human heart.
Posted Nov 17, 2025  Edit critic review
2.5/4.0
The Carpenter's Son (2025) Charles Koplinski Granted, "Son" does come off at times as a superhero origin story in its structure, but the passionate performances and genuine setting keep it grounded, the humanistic elements of the story taking centerstage.
Posted Nov 12, 2025  Edit critic review
3.5/4.0
Die My Love (2025) Charles Koplinski Lawrence’s fearless approach in bringing Grace’s illness to life is vital to the success of the film and, more importantly, our identifying and sympathizing with her. Her work is of the most valuable sort as it makes Grace relatable and recognized.
Posted Nov 12, 2025  Edit critic review
3/4
Predator: Badlands (2025) Charles Koplinski That a life-affirming sentiment should come from a “Predator” movie is just one of many delights in “Badlands,” its tonal shift suggesting a new direction for the franchise.
Posted Nov 12, 2025  Edit critic review
3.5/4.0
Nuremberg (2025) Charles Koplinski Vanderbilt isn’t short of ambition, his script containing multiple narratives and a large cast of dynamic characters. The script’s structure in terms of giving each plot thread equal time is impressive.
Posted Nov 05, 2025  Edit critic review
4/4
Frankenstein (2025) Charles Koplinski The result is an ambitious, astounding, singular piece of work that requires many viewings to unpack all it contains. Unlike his film’s protagonist, Del Toro’s amalgam is no monstrosity but a masterpiece.
Posted Nov 05, 2025  Edit critic review
3.5/4.0
Christy (2025) Charles Koplinski As for Sweeney, she’s very good here. Her carefully crafted image disappears, the actress bringing to life the raw, naïve nature of her character. Awards chatter regarding her work is well-deserved.
Posted Nov 03, 2025  Edit critic review
4/4
Bugonia (2025) Charles Koplinski “Bugonia” is a cautionary tale that’s come too late. No matter. I doubt we would have heeded its message had it arrived in time.
Posted Oct 30, 2025  Edit critic review
3/4
Ballad of a Small Player (2025) Charles Koplinski A hypnotic performance from Colin Farrell is the only thing that keeps us hooked during the second act, the actor pulling out all the stops in his portrayal of a man in the throes of addiction.
Posted Oct 29, 2025  Edit critic review
2/4
The Hand That Rocks The Cradle (2025) Charles Koplinski Under Michelle Garza Cervera’s direction, this update meanders from one “dramatic” moment to the next, none of them generating anything resembling suspense.
Posted Oct 23, 2025  Edit critic review
4/4
Blue Moon (2025) Charles Koplinski Hawke’s nuanced, grand performance enlivens “Moon” with its audacity and compassion.
Posted Oct 23, 2025  Edit critic review
2/4
Shelby Oaks (2023) Charles Koplinski In the end, “Shelby” is like the longshot at the horse track that breaks your heart. It gets off to a fast start, providing a bit of initial hope, only to fade spectacularly in the final stretch.
Posted Oct 21, 2025  Edit critic review
3.5/4.0
Good Fortune (2025) Charles Koplinski Ansari’s “Fortune” is a decidedly old-fashioned fable that tackles modern concerns. Wearing its heart on its sleeve while sporting wry humor and social commentary, this is a film that has you quietly smiling to yourself from the first moment to the last.
Posted Oct 16, 2025  Edit critic review
3/4
Truth & Treason (2025) Charles Koplinski Unfortunately, this is a familiar tale but for the most part, in Whitaker’s hands it’s told well. The performances from all are sincere and effective, while a sense of palpable tension steadily builds in the main storyline.
Posted Oct 16, 2025  Edit critic review
3.5/4.0
The Perfect Neighbor (2025) Charles Koplinski In the end, Gandbhir’s restraint proves to be the film’s greatest asset. She knows full well nothing need be exaggerated. "Neighbor’s” story is tragic enough in its own right, circumstances we’ve all become numb to, what with their infuriating frequency.
Posted Oct 15, 2025  Edit critic review
3.5/4.0
Roofman (2025) Charles Koplinski The script by Kirt Gunn and Cianfrance grounds this outlandish story by rendering Manchester, Wainscott and the rest as vulnerable people striving to succeed in an uncertain world.
Posted Oct 09, 2025  Edit critic review
3/4
The Smashing Machine (2025) Charles Koplinski Though the cage matches Kerr participated in may be “Machine’s” selling point, it’s the internal battles he wages that make the film worthwhile and unique.
Posted Oct 09, 2025  Edit critic review
3/4
John Candy: I Like Me (2025) Charles Koplinski Though it becomes repetitive, “Me” ultimately proves to be a worthy testament to a well-loved man as well as an, at times, revelatory examination of his career.
Posted Oct 07, 2025  Edit critic review
3/4
Steve (2025) Charles Koplinski Utilizing a fly-on-the-wall approach and capitalizing on a dynamic performance from Cillian Murphy, Tim Mielents’ “Steve” is an immersive experience that, at times, you wish you could keep at arm’s length.
Posted Oct 01, 2025  Edit critic review
3.5/4.0
The Lost Bus (2025) Charles Koplinski Greengrass employs a handheld camera and tight shots, the result being a claustrophobic, intimate experience that replicates the all-consuming nature of the disaster.
Posted Oct 01, 2025  Edit critic review
4.0/4.0
A HOUSE OF DYNAMITE (2025) Charles Koplinski The notion that “it’s not a matter of if, but when,” has never been so starkly laid out as it is here. That the world is currently in a volatile and uncertain state only increases the horror “Dynamite” assures us is a certainty.
Posted Sep 28, 2025  Edit critic review
3/4
Good Boy (2025) Charles Koplinski Animals, particularly dogs and horses, being able to sense supernatural presences long before humans is a horror story trope and “Good Boy” explores this to great effect. I
Posted Sep 28, 2025  Edit critic review
3/4
One Battle After Another (2025) Charles Koplinski That I was engaged from the first minute to the 161st is a testament to Anderson’s storytelling prowess and his ability to keep us in the palm of his hand throughout.
Posted Sep 25, 2025  Edit critic review
3/4
Eleanor the Great (2025) Pamela Powell Squibb immediately understands the delicate balance required for this role, delivering a performance that’s both heartbreaking and deeply human.
Posted Sep 23, 2025  Edit critic review
2/4
Dead of Winter (2025) Charles Koplinski To be sure, most action films require that our suspension of disbelief be stretched a bit more than usual. However, mine reached its breaking point before 30 minutes had gone by.
Posted Sep 23, 2025  Edit critic review
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