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TV Review: Widow’s Bay (2026)— AppleTV’s horror comedy led by Matthew Rhys is the most addictive series of the year

I haven’t been so addicted to a series like I am with Widow’s Bay! That is quite a bold statement coming from someone like me who isn’t into horror. Most of you who’ve been following FlixChatter know I just don’t have the nerves for scary or gory content. However, once in a while I make …

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FlixChatter Review: MEMORIZU (2026) – A graceful slice-of-life Japanese drama about finding beauty in the mundane

It's been just over a month since my first trip to Japan, and I'm still feeling a bit of 'withdrawal' from that incredible experience. My husband and I really miss everything about it—the cleanliness, the punctual public transport, the politeness of the locals, and so on. So when I got the opportunity to cover the …

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FlixChatter Review: TOY STORY 5 – Sheriff Jessie leads the toy gang on a sprightly, tech-centric adventure 

This summer, the movies are packed with nostalgia. The beloved Pixar toy gang is back together [again] in Toy Story 5, a whopping 31 years after the original film of this massive franchise hit theaters. Jessie takes the lead this time, which is wonderful as she’s such a compelling character. Toy Story 4 feels like …

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Guest Post: Counting Down to Crypticon Minneapolis 2026 – horror correspondent Laura’s dad’s Crypticon education

Hello! I’m Laura, FlixChatter’s horror correspondent. I’ve mentioned in previous posts that I credit my dad with sparking my interest in horror movies. (Fun tidbit: my dad and FlixChatter's founder Ruth used to work for the same company!) I have so many great childhood memories of him showing me some of his favorites, pointing out …

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FlixChatter Review: DISCLOSURE DAY (2026) — Aliens and empathy at the heart of Spielberg’s latest sci-fi conspiracy thriller

One of the big tentpole movies of the 2026 summer has arrived! Brace yourself for a loooong write-up… I’m going to keep my initial review free of spoilers, but I’ll talk about specific plot points towards the end. Don’t worry, I’ll give you adequate warning. As an 80s kid, I grew up on Steven Spielberg’s …

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Guest Review: Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: Ghost War (2026) – Boring and lackluster, this spy franchise should be put to rest

After 4 successful seasons, Amazon decided to expand the Jack Ryan TV series into a movie. With all its cast and creative talents returning, one would expect that a movie version would be something more cinematic and thrilling. Sadly, this version of a Jack Ryan movie sits near the bottom of my ranking when comparing …

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FlixChatter Review: Power Ballad (2026)–Paul Rudd strikes a chord in John Carney’s funny, bittersweet tale of fame vs. family

I’m a big fan of Irish writer/director John Carney; I’ve seen most of his films apart from a couple from early in his career. Having the eternally-likable Paul Rudd as a washed-up wedding singer is brilliant casting. Like most of Carney’s films, Power Ballad blends comedy and drama, using music and relationships as the heart …

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