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Comedy Movies

Reviews for laughter-seekers who want more than just a synopsis. Sharp, witty critiques dissecting the humor, timing and performances that make or break a comedy. From blockbuster hits to indie gems, insights into what’s truly funny, what falls flat and why. Expect a blend of clever analysis, behind-the-scenes tidbits and a keen eye for comedic trends: the perfect destination for anyone looking to find their next great laugh on screen. Read more Movie Reviews.

A woman with pink ombre hair and thick gold hoop earrings looks up and to the side

Screening at SXSW: Boots Riley’s ‘I Love Boosters’

Down with the bourgeoisie? Absolutely. But must the revolution be so sloppy?
By Siddhant Adlakha
A man on the left and a woman on the right gaze into each other's eyes

Screening at Sundance: Gregg Araki’s ‘I Want Your Sex’

While not exactly a return to form, the filmmaker's first feature in a dozen years is nonetheless a welcome comeback.
By Siddhant Adlakha
A gold-painted robot and a man in a feathered helmet stand in a crowded, dimly lit computer room filled with people working at desktop monitors, creating a surreal contrast between costume and setting.

Screening at NYFF: Radu Jude’s ‘Dracula’

It’s hard not to wonder if Jude assumes the film's intended audience isn’t on his level, resulting in a compromised piece that stops dead in order to explain its own jokes at length.
By Siddhant Adlakha
A man and a woman sit facing each other in a dimly lit wooden room, appearing to argue or have an intense conversation on a bed.

Screening at NYFF: Bradley Cooper’s ‘Is This Thing On?’

By Siddhant Adlakha
A bald woman in a patterned dress with large sleeves stares off to the side

Screening at Venice: Yorgos Lanthimos’ ‘Bugonia’

By Siddhant Adlakha
Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch sit on swings looking sad in in THE ROSES. Photo by Jaap Buitendijk, Courtesy of Searchlight Pictures. © 2025 Searchlight Pictures All Rights Reserved.

‘The Roses’ Is an Egregious Waste of Time and Talent

By Rex Reed
Kristin Scott Thomas, wearing a floral crown and holding a bouquet, walks down a leafy path in a white dress and shawl, flanked by Emily Beecham in a purple floral dress, Sienna Miller in a yellow wrap dress and black hat, and Scarlett Johansson in a navy blazer and teal dress.

‘My Mother’s Wedding’ Rises Above the Seasonal Sludge

By Rex Reed
A man in a striped sweater stands beside another man in a differently striped sweater, both wearing green diamond-shaped headpieces, during a scene from Twinless.

Screening at Tribeca: James Sweeney’s ‘Twinless’

By Siddhant Adlakha

Wes Anderson Explains the Genesis of ‘The Phoenician Scheme’

By Stephen Garrett

I Still Love You, Man: The Best Onscreen Bromances

By Emily Zemler
An older woman with short blonde hair poses in a pink tweed jacket.

The Story of an Extraordinary Woman, Played by an Extraordinary Deneuve

By Rex Reed
Two men sit on a carpet in a shrine praying.

‘A Nice Indian Boy’ Trades Tropes for Truth

By Rex Reed
A scene from the film The Penguin Lessons: A middle-aged teacher in a suit stands at the front of a traditional classroom, next to a penguin perched on a desk. Behind him, a chalkboard displays the words "YOUNG IDEALISTIC". Students in uniforms sit at their desks, facing the teacher.

‘The Penguin Lessons’ Is a Waddling Delight

By Rex Reed

‘The Ballad of Wallis Island’ Review: A Minor Chord Comedy That Works

By Oliver Jones

‘Death of a Unicorn’ Review: Good Idea, Mediocre Execution

By Laura Babiak

‘Bob Trevino Likes It’ Review: Found Family Ties, Emotional Honesty, Great Acting

By Oliver Jones

Terry Gilliam’s ‘Brazil’ At 40: More Prescient Than Orwell

By Noah Berlatsky

‘Heart Eyes’ Review: Blood Spattered Comfort Food

By Dylan Roth

‘You’re Cordially Invited’ Review: The Processed Cheese Spread of Wedding Comedies

By Oliver Jones

‘A Real Pain’ Review: Heartfelt, Full of Pain, Laced With Humor and Remarkable

By Oliver Jones

Melissa Barrera Talks Scream Queen Status and Sweater Weather in ‘Your Monster’

By Laura Babiak
Michael Keaton and Mila Kunis sitting in folding chairs holding wine glasses

Michael Keaton Shines in ‘Goodrich’—A Heartfelt Comeback for Real Men on Screen

By Rex Reed

‘Anora’ Review: One Of The Funniest, Saddest, Best Films Of The Year

By Dylan Roth

‘Saturday Night’ Review: Not Live, Not Funny, Not Much

By Oliver Jones
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