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

This is high-octane showmanship but one can be justified wondering whether that represents the best choice for this material.

It may rely on numerous common science fiction concepts but it blends them in a way that feels original, offering a satisfying ending that does not demand additional installments.

By delivering the expected and doing so with style and intensity, it lands in the top tier of the nine "Rocky" universe movies.

"Cocaine Bear" is imperfect but it is fun and will not disappoint many who are titillated by the title.