In a film packed with star turns, Joe Pesci absolutely runs away with the entire movie.
In a film packed with star turns, Joe Pesci absolutely runs away with the entire movie.
The creepy performances, mediocre story, disinterested direction, and horrendous original score turn this mess into a flop almost as soon as the opening credits begin.
The film is stacked with award-worthy performances at every turn, but this is Adam Driver’s pièce de résistance.
No matter your political stance, “Just Mercy” makes a powerful argument against the death penalty.
The film is not as clever as it thinks it is, and it’s a letdown when the big reveal and twist is finally exposed.
Even the dazzling animation can’t make up for what’s lacking, including the absence of an instant hit song, dry voice performances, and a mediocre story.