Movie Reviews
Get informed perspectives on the latest films through our Movie Review section, featuring coverage of new releases screening at Santa Monica's theaters and local film events. From major releases at AMC Broadway and Laemmle Monica Film Center to independent features and film festivals, our reviews offer thoughtful analysis of cinema's newest offerings. Our coverage includes opening weekend reviews, special screenings, local film events, and movies with Santa Monica connections. Whether you're planning your weekend viewing or following cinema culture, count on Santa Monica Daily Press for engaging movie insights from our community's perspective.
Film Review: 20th Century Women
Rated R 118 Minutes Released January 20 I’ve always found that the personal background of directors informs the cinematic...
Read moreFilm Review: The Founder
Rated PG-13 115 Minutes Released January 20 The Founder is the story of Ray Kroc, the businessman who...
Read moreFilm Review: Paterson
Rated R 118 Minutes Released December 28 It would be wise to clear all the extraneous thoughts streaming through...
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Rated R 130 Minutes Released January 13 Recently many films about heroes have been released, usually about heroes whose...
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Tony Todd: Santa Monica athlete, actor and best friend
Once upon a time in a summer in the mid-1970’s a boy from the posh part of Malibu...
Read moreFilm Review: Silence
Rated R 161 Minutes Released January 13th Martin Scorsese has developed his own approach to storytelling and as...
Read moreFilm Review: SING
Rated PG 108 Minutes Animation Released December 21 Sing is a joyful collaboration of well-known actors and talented singers...
Read moreFilm Review: Hidden Figures
Rated PG 127 Minutes Released January 6th Hidden Figures is the “Jimmy Stewart” movie of the year. This true story...
Read moreFilm Review: Julieta
Rated R 99 Minutes Released December 21st Pedro Almdovar uses color as a language. He noted in a...
Read moreFilm Review: Fences
Rated PG-13 138 Minutes Released December 25th Fences is a type of film I sometimes find annoying. It’s a...
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