Archive · 21 Aug 2025
Film Reviews: Spike Lee's 'Highest 2 Lowest' and Zach Cregger's 'Weapons'
Two new movies are getting reviewed!
'Highest 2 Lowest' is directed by Spike Lee and stars Denzel Washington.
It's about a music boss whose son gets kidnapped, with some parts being really exciting and others a little slow.
The movie is based on a book.
Then there's 'Weapons,' a horror film directed by Zach Cregger where 17 kids disappear in a town.
The movie gets scary as it shows the town's reaction.
The critics seem to think both films have good and bad points, but overall are worth watching.
Spike Lee's 'Highest 2 Lowest' stars Denzel Washington as a music mogul dealing with his son's kidnapping.
The film, inspired by an Ed McBain novel, features a suspenseful ransom drop-off in New York City.
Critics note the film's mix of strengths and weaknesses, describing it as a half-mess, half-triumph.
Zach Cregger's 'Weapons' follows the mysterious disappearance of 17 third-graders in a small town.
The movie explores the unfolding crisis through various perspectives, building terror and leading to a climactic event.
- Who
- Spike Lee directed 'Highest 2 Lowest' starring Denzel Washington. Zach Cregger directed 'Weapons' starring Julia Garner and Josh Brolin.
- What
- Reviews of 'Highest 2 Lowest' and 'Weapons'.
- When
- Not explicitly stated, but reviews are recent.
- Where
- Primarily set in New York City (Highest 2 Lowest) and a small American town (Weapons).
- Why
- To inform audiences about new film releases.
Critical Perspectives
Critical Perspectives
Mixed Reviews on Highest 2 Lowest
Critical Perspectives
Some found 'Highest 2 Lowest' to be a mixed bag, with moments of brilliance amidst sluggish pacing.
Critical Perspectives
Others felt 'Highest 2 Lowest' was a triumph overall, with thrilling moments.
Differing Opinions on Story Structure
Critical Perspectives
Some critics found the story structure of 'Weapons' to be frustrating.
Critical Perspectives
Other critics were engaged by 'Weapons' and the mounting terror.
- Movie Titles
- 'Highest 2 Lowest' and 'Weapons'
- Directors
- Spike Lee, Zach Cregger
- Starring (Highest 2 Lowest)
- Denzel Washington
- Starring (Weapons)
- Julia Garner, Josh Brolin
- Rating
- R (both)
- Themes (Highest 2 Lowest)
- Kidnapping, Music Industry
- Themes (Weapons)
- Mystery, Horror