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Bill Zwecker

Bill Zwecker's reviews only count toward the Tomatometer® when published at Tomatometer-approved publication(s).
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Chicago Sun-Times film critic.

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Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017) 77% 3.5/4 EDIT “In the end, the filmmakers have given us one of the most fun movie-going experiences I've had this year. Huge kudos go to Johnson, Hart and especially Black for providing some truly entertaining performances.” – Chicago Sun-Times Dec 20, 2017 Full Review Ferdinand (2017) 70% 3/4 EDIT “Most important, "Ferdinand's" anti-bullying message is an important lesson kids of all ages need to see - again, and again.” – Chicago Sun-Times Dec 13, 2017 Full Review Just Getting Started (2017) 5% 1/4 EDIT “Just Getting Started simply never does get started. It's D.O.A.” – Chicago Sun-Times Dec 8, 2017 Full Review Suburbicon (2017) 27% 2/4 EDIT “As the film unfolds, things increasingly become further and further unbelievable, and lead to moments of would-be horror that instead made me laugh out loud, thanks to the incredulity of the situation at hand.” – Chicago Sun-Times Oct 26, 2017 Full Review Same Kind of Different as Me (2017) 44% 2.5/4 EDIT “A film with a lovely, life-affirming, uplifting message - unfortunately delivered in such a heavy-handed, gooey-sweet manner that audiences will exit the theater in a near-diabetic coma.” – Chicago Sun-Times Oct 21, 2017 Full Review Flatliners (2017) 4% 2/4 EDIT “Not every remake is unnecessary, but the idea only works when the new movie takes the basic premise and takes it in new directions.” – Chicago Sun-Times Sep 30, 2017 Full Review Signature Move (2017) 100% 3/4 EDIT “While this likely will appeal strongly to LGBTQ audiences, I hope it finds a wider viewing, as the acting and the dialogue make for excellent drama.” – Chicago Sun-Times Sep 30, 2017 Full Review Step (2017) 96% 4/4 EDIT “[The] emotional impact of this important documentary will add to the understanding of the divisions we all face in this diverse nation, especially at this time of great division.” – Chicago Sun-Times Aug 2, 2017 Full Review 47 Meters Down (2017) 53% 3/4 EDIT “While the plot is a bit shaky in parts, the overall effect of creating needed tension and some outright, out-of-your-seat jumps of fright is quite effective.” – Chicago Sun-Times Jun 16, 2017 Full Review Going in Style (2017) 47% 3/4 EDIT “While this charming movie will be targeted to senior audiences, I hope younger generations check it out - as the humor and underlying messages are truly universal.” – Chicago Sun-Times Apr 6, 2017 Full Review The Boss Baby (2017) 53% 3/4 EDIT “The filmmakers have decided to go for an old-school look in the animation here, an excellent decision.” – Chicago Sun-Times Mar 30, 2017 Full Review CHIPS (2017) 20% 1.5/4 EDIT “While I clearly cannot recommend this film, I have to admit there were a couple of amusing moments.” – Chicago Sun-Times Mar 27, 2017 Full Review Resident Evil: The Final Chapter (2016) 38% 3/4 EDIT “For fans of Resident Evil, I believe this final film will not disappoint, but it also will likely encourage newcomers to the saga to go back and play a bit of catch-up by watching the earlier movies.” – Chicago Sun-Times Jan 26, 2017 Full Review Shut In (2016) 5% 1.5/4 EDIT “This is a disappointing waste of good acting talent, coupled with a very pedantic and not very intriguing story from first-time screenwriter Christina Hodson.” – Chicago Sun-Times Nov 8, 2016 Full Review Inferno (2016) 23% 3/4 EDIT “"Inferno" is a grabber, and Hanks knows Langdon so well, he wears that character like a somewhat worn yet still well-constructed suit of clothes.” – Chicago Sun-Times Oct 27, 2016 Full Review White Girl (2016) 70% 3/4 EDIT “Frequently difficult to watch, White Girl is the powerful feature debut of a filmmaker with original vision and clear talent -- and a movie that proves a lead actress can possess the gift of transformative performance skills.” – Chicago Sun-Times Sep 30, 2016 Full Review Blair Witch (2016) 38% 3/4 EDIT “All in all, Blair Witch was quite satisfying and made me think: This is what the first sequel to the original film should have accomplished.” – Chicago Sun-Times Sep 15, 2016 Full Review A Tale of Love and Darkness (2015) 72% 3/4 EDIT “While A Tale of Love and Darkness is often difficult to watch -- because of all the sadness it presents -- it is also a beautiful film in that it makes us think about existing in a world where we do not completely fit in.” – Chicago Sun-Times Aug 25, 2016 Full Review Kubo and the Two Strings (2016) 97% 3/4 EDIT “I cannot stress enough how truly stunning the brilliant visuals are in this movie.” – Chicago Sun-Times Aug 18, 2016 Full Review Florence Foster Jenkins (2016) 87% 3.5/4 EDIT “The great gift of this film, of course, is that Streep again completely embodies the character she is playing...but imbues Florence with such empathy, charm, dedication and warmth that we're cheering for her throughout this entire movie.” – Chicago Sun-Times Aug 11, 2016 Full Review Indignation (2016) 82% 4/4 EDIT “This is one helluva compelling film that presents us with several of the very best performances of the year.” – Chicago Sun-Times Aug 4, 2016 Full Review Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie (2016) 57% 3/4 EDIT “It's the relentless mugging, outrageous schtick and otherwise hilarious antics of this dynamic duo that make this movie a very fun romp.” – Chicago Sun-Times Jul 21, 2016 Full Review Life, Animated (2016) 94% 3.5/4 EDIT “This is an intelligent and understated film that nicely presents one very particular life experience that will, in its own way, inspire the viewer.” – Chicago Sun-Times Jul 14, 2016 Full Review Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates (2016) 38% 3/4 EDIT “This is not great moviemaking by any stretch of the imagination, but the spot-on comic timing of [Kendrick and Plaza] captured my funny bone and kept it happily working overtime from start to finish.” – Chicago Sun-Times Jul 7, 2016 Full Review Warcraft (2016) 29% 1.5/4 EDIT “While there are some acceptable action sequences, it's the screenplay -- complicated by some less than inspired performances -- that dooms Warcraft at every point along the way.” – Chicago Sun-Times Jun 9, 2016 Full Review
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