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Aaron Phillips
Aaron Phillips's reviews only count toward the Tomatometer® when published at Tomatometer-approved publication(s).
Aaron is a contributing writer at But Why Tho, serving as a reviewer for TV and Film. Hailing originally from England, and after some lengthy questing, he's currently set up shop in Pennsylvania. He spends his days reading comics, podcasting, and being attacked by his small offspring.
https://butwhytho.net/author/aaronphillips/
Movies reviews only
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Friends: The Reunion (2021) |
This reunion show left me with a feeling of utter contentment that I got to be a part of this cultural moment when I was younger. The format of the show does suffer some bumpy moments as it loses focus of the core cast... - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 23, 2023
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Xtreme (2021) |
An all-out action flick that refuses to hold its punches. I would recommend [Xtreme] in a heartbeat as a great weekend movie sure to entertain. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 16, 2023
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Luca (2021) |
Luca will be utterly endearing for kids but may be a bit hit and miss for everyone else. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 16, 2023
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Fatherhood (2021) |
This is the perfect film for Father’s Day, but beware of its emotional impact. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 16, 2023
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LFG (2021) |
LFG is a compelling documentary, and whether you’re a football/soccer fan or not, I urge you to watch this.
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| Posted Jan 16, 2023
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The Ice Road (2021) |
The Ice Road all the right variables for an interesting film, layered with tension and suspense which is only aided by the casting...Ultimately though, the film’s dialogue is very poor, the performances aren’t great...It’s safe to skip this one. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 16, 2023
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Fear Street Part One: 1994 (2021) |
Fear Street Part 1 encapsulates what made 90s thriller movies so popular. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 16, 2023
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Vacation Friends (2021) |
Vacation Friends is meant to be a far-out, ridiculous, and foolish film that never takes itself too seriously. The 100-minute run time is a great length, and the film is carried by the comedic chops of Cena and Howery. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 16, 2023
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Sweet Girl (2021) |
I have to say while [Sweet Girl] had its faults I actually enjoyed it. It’s nothing stellar by any stretch of the imagination, but it’s a decent popcorn flick. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 16, 2023
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Blood Red Sky (2021) |
Blood Red Sky is itself a fantastic premise that starts off really well but sadly hits too many obstacles along the way to make a great story. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 16, 2023
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Je suis Karl (2021) |
Je Suis Karl was not the movie I saw advertised. It’s so far out of balance, and its message is particularly muddled. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 16, 2023
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8-Bit Christmas (2021) |
Watching 8-Bit Christmas is well worth your time. Packed full of comedy, and nostalgia, it’s got so much going for it. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 16, 2023
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid (2021) |
Diary of a Wimpy Kid is a great family fun movie that, with roughly an hour-long run time, results in an easy watch. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 16, 2023
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A Boy Called Christmas (2021) |
A Boy Called Christmas was a surprising hit for me, and I urge you and your families to put this film at the top of your must-watch list. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 16, 2023
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Zone 414 - City of Robots (2021) |
It’s hard to watch Zone 414 without being reminded that are so many other better options for dystopian sci-fi films that create far more depth and engaging stories. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 05, 2023
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The Colony (2021) |
The Colony promised to be a fascinating concept, but the plot left a lot to be desired... - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 05, 2023
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Brazen (2022) |
Brazen is a poor attempt at a romantic crime thriller, that gets neither aspect right and stumbles at every step. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 05, 2023
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How I Fell in Love With a Gangster (2022) |
How I Fell in Love With a Gangster has the core of a really solid film, but its lack of selective editing results in a somewhat arduous three-hour watch. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 05, 2023
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The Tinder Swindler (2022) |
The Tinder Swindler is an unbelievable true crime documentary. I guarantee after watching this you will be straight on Instagram and checking articles because this story defies logic, I was flabbergasted. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 05, 2023
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Surviving Paradise: A Family Tale (2022) |
Surviving Paradise: A Family Tale is a compelling documentary film that observes a year in the life of the animal residents of the Okavango Delta in the Kalahari desert. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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The Invisible Thread (2022) |
I really did enjoy The Invisible Thread. While the film is slightly unbalanced from the pedigree of acting performances, and it’s pacing, there’s a lot here to enjoy. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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The Adam Project (2022) |
The Adam Project will undoubtedly be a big hit for Shawn Levy, Ryan Reynolds, and Netflix. The film goes beyond its sci-fi time travel tropes and delivers some wonderful character-rich performances. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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The Bombardment (2021) |
While The Bombardment struggles to figure how to lay the foundation for the larger narrative of the film...this terrible tragedy is not for the faint of heart, but the story deserves to be told, and the impact of the lives lost should never be forgotten. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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Rescued by Ruby (2022) |
Rescued by Ruby is a great dog film that the whole family can sit down and enjoy together. Grant Gustin is beyond charming, and you can’t help but want to root for him and Ruby to succeed. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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Windfall (2022) |
Windfall embodies a classic noir suspense story, fraught with some incredible character performances from Jesse Plemons, Lily Collins, and Jason Segel - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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The Bubble (2022) |
Rather than a specific comedic experience with a clear vision, [The Bubble] is a patchwork of skits over two hours that's clumsily jammed together. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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The Takedown (2022) |
The Takedown is a rip-roaringly funny film led by its leads Omar Sy, and Laurent Lafitte. While the beginning is a little jarring, it quickly finds its feet as the two detectives attempt to prove who’s the better cop while trying to solve the mystery. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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Operation Mincemeat (2021) |
Operation Mincemeat is an incredibly thrilling watch if not for the simple fact that this audacious event actually occurred during the second world war. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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Recurrence (2022) |
Overall, [Recurrence] feels quite generic, and within 20 minutes, it feels very predictable without many redeeming qualities. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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Pinocchio (2022) |
Pinocchio will surely be a hit with families and will primarily be enjoyed by parents and children...However, audiences outside the target demographic will likely find this to be very surface-level and predictably average. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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Mr. Harrigan's Phone (2022) |
...Mr Harrigan’s Phone is an ok watch this October if you’re stuck for ideas. It does deliver some good chilling moments and while the film shows potential overall, by the end you’ll find yourself realizing the concept was heavily underutilized. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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Raymond & Ray (2022) |
Raymond And Ray had a great foundation, with an interesting concept at the core, but it fails to realize the full potential of what it could have been. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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The Good Nurse (2022) |
The Good Nurse suffers from a few setbacks...the first act’s pacing, a longer-than-needed run time, and an unconvincing performance from Chastain. Redmayne delivers an unsettlingly charming performance...if you can hang in, the ending is pretty decent. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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Spirited (2022) |
Spirited is a brilliant holiday film meant for an adult audience, packed with some great jokes, lively performances, catchy musical numbers, and topped off with an emotional ending I wasn’t really prepared for. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (2022) |
The stakes are low, the music is brilliant, and the jokes and comedy are flowing. Sit back and let the [Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special] hype you up for the holiday season. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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Troll (2022) |
With a perfect run time, some superb visuals, and a throughline of some brilliant mythology, Troll deserves to be watched. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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A Man of Action (2022) |
A Man of Action isn’t a film that will necessarily be for everyone, but it’s certainly worth a shot. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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Hell Dogs (2022) |
[Hell Dogs] is brutal, savage, and it also captures an unexpected level of intimacy through found family. - But Why Tho? A Geek Community
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| Posted Jan 04, 2023
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