Backrooms (2026)

 

There’s a great movie tucked away somewhere in those backrooms, but the film we got isn’t it. I loved the idea around secret backrooms that go on forever, with unknown boogiemen hiding behind every door. It’s a mystery that needs exploring. 

Unfortunately, after revealing said mystery, the screenwriter simply gave up. Big letdown from the audience’s perspective. Such is the case with so many high concept films. They never deliver in the third act. 

Rating: D

The Exchange (2021)

 

I had no idea this movie would hit so close to home. My high school foreign exchange student was Jes from The Netherlands. I had hopes of receiving a new best friend that would help me up my social game. Jes turned out to be way cooler than me and was liked by everyone at school. He made the soccer team, got invited to fun parties, and had lots of teenage sex. It’s like they based the film’s character Stefan on him. Enjoyed the 80’s setting and music. Moderately funny. 

Rating: C

Zombieland: Double Tap (2019)

While the first was fresh, fun, and original, the sequel went back to the well too many times. Thank goodness for the new character named Madison adding some much needed laughs. 

Rating: C