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Psycho Killer Opens in Theaters to Harsh Early Reviews

Early reactions skew negative despite the film’s notable pedigree.

How to Make a Killing Draws Mixed Early Reviews Before Friday’s Theatrical Debut

Netflix’s The Rip Debuts, Reuniting Damon and Affleck in Joe Carnahan’s Miami Crime Thriller

Sources Say Nick Reiner Was Prescribed Schizophrenia Medication Before Parents’ Killings

Heat at 30: Mann’s Crime Landmark Reassessed as Heat 2 Reportedly Moves Forward

Jay Kelly Streams on Netflix as Clooney and Sandler Win Praise, Reviews Divide

Linklater’s Nouvelle Vague Streams on Netflix as Featurette Showcases Newcomer-Led Cast

‘Train Dreams’ Opens in Limited Release as Critics Praise Joel Edgerton’s Lyrical Lead

Early Reviews Applaud Trachtenberg’s Predator: Badlands Ahead of Nov. 7 Release

‘Mr. Scorsese’ Premieres at NYFF With Apple TV+ Release Set for Oct. 17

Chloé Zhao’s Hamnet Wins TIFF People’s Choice, A First-Ever Second Win for a Director

Caught Stealing Opens With Mixed-to-Positive Reviews Praising Austin Butler and ’90s NYC Grit