Magic Hour
By Paul Weissman May 15, 2026
For a story that teases some metaphysical quandaries, it is doggedly earthbound.
For a story that teases some metaphysical quandaries, it is doggedly earthbound.
An earnest, though innocuous, feel-good movie for the armchair traveler.
For a film about someone stuck and slowly coming to terms with trauma, it’s surprisingly spirited.
The directorial debut of Michael Shannon, based on a play by Brett Neveu.
A Clint Eastwood–directed film that’s solid as adult entertainment, emotionally effective in its moral dilemmas, and narratively immersive.
Director Alonzo Ruizpalacios creates a small, suffocating universe, and keeps you on the edge of your seat.