Never remotely scary but there are some solid laughs, a decent amount of over-the-top gore, and a grotesque scene featuring a zombie penis.

To the extent that "The Critic" provides entertainment, it’s mostly a result of McKellan’s performance and the wonderful set design.

Feels like a “greatest hits” album, tracking some of the most important volcanoes that the couple visited/investigated during the quarter century of their partnership.

Although better than it has a right to be and represents a worthy way to dispose of a couple of hours lying on the couch at home, this is hardly a triumphant return for Axel.

A passable production with some interesting performances but the bumpy screenplay and uneven pacing keep the audience at arms-length and limit the effectiveness of the narrative.

Although there are stretches when the movie generates tension, the seeming inevitability of the endgame limits its power.