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Speed celebrates its 30th anniversary!
He’s traveled through time in search of knowledge, saved Sandra Bullock from getting blown up on a bus, freed humanity from being enslaved by computer overlords, and delivered some of the most righteous vengeance ever exacted on behalf of a murdered puppy — and all that really only scratches the surface of all the stuff Keanu Reeves has been up to on the big screen. Since making his mark as a quirky young lead in the ’80s, Reeves has followed his cinematic muse all over the genre map, from hit comedies like Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure to blockbuster action thrillers like Speed, John Wick, and Point Break, as well as dramatic showcases like Dangerous Liaisons and My Own Private Idaho. Also, he knows kung fu. Whoa.
#1
Adjusted Score: 121562%
Critics Consensus: Heartwarming, funny, and beautifully animated, Toy Story 4 manages the unlikely feat of extending — and perhaps concluding — a practically perfect animated saga.
#2
Adjusted Score: 100428%
Critics Consensus: A terrific popcorn thriller, Speed is taut, tense, and energetic, with outstanding performances from Keanu Reeves, Dennis Hopper, and Sandra Bullock.
#3
Adjusted Score: 115224%
Critics Consensus: John Wick: Chapter 4 piles on more of everything — and suggests that when it comes to a well-dressed Keanu Reeves dispatching his enemies in lethally balletic style, there can never be too much.
#4
Adjusted Score: 97141%
Critics Consensus: Bolstered by a delightful cast, Parenthood is a funny and thoughtfully crafted look at the best and worst moments of family life that resonates broadly.
#5
Adjusted Score: 94297%
Critics Consensus: Kenneth Branagh’s love for the material is contagious in this exuberant adaptation.
#6
Adjusted Score: 107937%
Critics Consensus: John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum reloads for another hard-hitting round of the brilliantly choreographed, over-the-top action that fans of the franchise demand.
#7
Adjusted Score: 104628%
Critics Consensus: John Wick: Chapter 2 does what a sequel should — which in this case means doubling down on the non-stop, thrillingly choreographed action that made its predecessor so much fun.
#8
Adjusted Score: 93624%
Critics Consensus: Carried by the infectious charms of Ali Wong and Randall Park, Always Be My Maybe takes familiar rom-com beats and cleverly layers in smart social commentary to find its own sweet groove.
#9
Adjusted Score: 91479%
Critics Consensus: A harrowing tale of aimless youth, River’s Edge generates considerable tension and urgency thanks to strong performances from a stellar cast that includes Crispin Glover, Keanu Reeves, and Ione Skye.
#10
Adjusted Score: 96550%
Critics Consensus: Stylish, thrilling, and giddily kinetic, John Wick serves as a satisfying return to action for Keanu Reeves — and what looks like it could be the first of a franchise.
#11
Adjusted Score: 93849%
Critics Consensus: Thanks to the Wachowskis’ imaginative vision, The Matrix is a smartly crafted combination of spectacular action and groundbreaking special effects.
#12
Adjusted Score: 97211%
Critics Consensus: As wholesomely goofy as its heroes, Bill and Ted Face the Music is a rare long-belated sequel that largely recaptures the franchise’s original charm.
#13
Adjusted Score: 86846%
Critics Consensus: Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter are just charming, goofy, and silly enough to make this fluffy time-travel Adventure work.
#14
Adjusted Score: 85068%
Critics Consensus: A tantalizing glimpse of a talented director and his stars all at the top of their respective games, Gus Van Sant’s loose reworking of Henry IV is smart, sad and audacious.
#15
Adjusted Score: 80079%
Critics Consensus: Overblown in the best sense of the word, Francis Ford Coppola’s vision of Bram Stoker’s Dracula rescues the character from decades of campy interpretations — and features some terrific performances to boot.
#16
Adjusted Score: 82727%
Critics Consensus: Though its heady themes are a departure from its predecessor, The Matrix Reloaded is a worthy sequel packed with popcorn-friendly thrills.
#17
Adjusted Score: 96434%
Critics Consensus: Stylish, seductive, and clever, Stephen Frears’ adaptation is a wickedly entertaining exploration of sexual politics.
#18
Adjusted Score: 77856%
Critics Consensus: Though it occasionally stumbles into sitcom territory, Something’s Gotta Give is mostly a smart, funny romantic comedy, with sharp performances from Jack Nicholson, Diane Keaton, and Keanu Reeves.
#19
Adjusted Score: 74929%
Critics Consensus: Though quirky coming-of-age themes are common in indie films, this one boasts a smart script and a great cast.
#20
Adjusted Score: 72865%
Critics Consensus: To the Bone offers an insightful, empathetic look at a widespread issue, led by exemplary work from Lily Collins in the central role.
#21
Adjusted Score: 72369%
Critics Consensus: It may not be groundbreaking, but Man of Tai Chi represents an agreeably old-fashioned picture for martial arts fans — and a solid debut for first-time director Keanu Reeves.
#22
Adjusted Score: 75660%
Critics Consensus: Absurd, over-the-top, and often wildly entertaining, Point Break is here to show you that the human spirit is still alive.
#23
Adjusted Score: 71339%
Critics Consensus: Reverential and offbeat, the road trip film Private lives of Pippa Lee takes emotional detours and is elevated by great performances, particularly that of Robin Wright-Penn.
#24
Adjusted Score: 75605%
Critics Consensus: A faithful adaptation of Philip K. Dick’s novel, A Scanner Darkly takes the viewer on a visual and mind-blowing journey into the author’s conception of a drug-addled and politically unstable world.
#25
Adjusted Score: 70467%
Critics Consensus: Although its story may leave fans on the surface, The Spongebob Movie: Sponge on the Run is a wondrously wacky visit to Bikini Bottom that retains the charm of the original series.
#26
Adjusted Score: 66808%
Critics Consensus: Little Buddha‘s storytelling may be too childlike to best service its audacious plot, but Bernardo Bertolucci’s direction and Vittorio Storaro’s cinematography conspire to deliver a visually strong epic.
#27
Adjusted Score: 66672%
Critics Consensus: Though it is ultimately somewhat undone by its own lofty ambitions, The Devil’s Advocate is a mostly effective blend of supernatural thrills and character exploration.
#28
Adjusted Score: 71302%
Critics Consensus: The Neon Demon is seductively stylish, but Nicolas Winding Refn’s assured eye can’t quite compensate for an underdeveloped plot and thinly written characters.
#29
Adjusted Score: 59437%
Critics Consensus: No consensus yet.
#30
Adjusted Score: 62580%
Critics Consensus: With a reported budget of around 10 million, The Gift is obviously a labor of love for those involved. Unfortunately, the A-list cast can’t prevent the movie from becoming a by-the-numbers whodunit with an ending that’s all but unsatisfactory.
#31
Adjusted Score: 59272%
Critics Consensus: Bill and Ted’s Bogus Journey has the same stars — and cheerfully wacky sense of humor — as its predecessor, but they prove a far less effective combination the second time around.
#32
Adjusted Score: 55048%
Critics Consensus: Destination Wedding reunites Keanu Reeves and Winona Ryder for a sour comedy whose initially promising misanthropic twist overpowers the chemistry of its leads.
#33
Adjusted Score: 50125%
Critics Consensus: No consensus yet.
#34
Adjusted Score: 47515%
Critics Consensus: No consensus yet.
#35
Adjusted Score: 54562%
Critics Consensus: Despite solid production values and an intriguing premise, Constantine lacks the focus of another spiritual shoot-em-up: The Matrix.
#36
Adjusted Score: 47375%
Critics Consensus: A Walk in the Clouds aims for sweeping period romance, but quickly unravels thanks to a miscast leading man and a story that relies on cheap melodrama.
#37
Adjusted Score: 49116%
Critics Consensus: The Bad Batch has its moments, but it’s too thinly written and self-indulgent to justify its length or compensate for its slow narrative drift.
#38
Adjusted Score: 44031%
Critics Consensus: No consensus yet.
#39
Adjusted Score: 44422%
Critics Consensus: Supporting actors Vera Farmiga and James Caan give the movie a little heft, but Henry’s Crime is an otherwise predictable heist/comedy with slow pacing.
#40
Adjusted Score: 44778%
Critics Consensus: Although Hardball contains some touching moments, they are not enough to transcend the sports formula.
#41
Adjusted Score: 44947%
Critics Consensus: The cliched characters and obvious outcome make all the fun and excitement amount to nothing.
#42
Adjusted Score: 43842%
Critics Consensus: Street Kings contains formulaic violence but no shred of intelligence.
#43
Adjusted Score: 39971%
Critics Consensus: Knock Knock brings a lot of talent to bear on its satirical approach to torture horror, but not effectively enough to overcome its repetitive story or misguidedly campy tone.
#44
Adjusted Score: 41190%
Critics Consensus: The plot of The Lake House is a little too convoluted, and the film fails to pull off the sweeping romance it aims for.
#45
Adjusted Score: 35586%
Critics Consensus: The Whole Truth, unfortunately, is that courtroom drama fans have already seen better examples of everything this lazy entry in the genre has to offer.
#46
Adjusted Score: 41688%
Critics Consensus: A disappointing conclusion to the Matrix trilogy as characters and ideas take a back seat to the special effects.
#47
Adjusted Score: 28778%
Critics Consensus: Heavy on special effects, but without a coherent story at its base, The Day the Earth Stood Still is subpar re-imagining of the 1951 science-fiction classic.
#48
Adjusted Score: 22393%
Critics Consensus: As narratively misguided as it is woefully miscast, Johnny Mnemonic brings the ’90s cyberpunk thriller to inane new whoas — er, lows.
#49
Adjusted Score: 19725%
Critics Consensus: Ironic given the scientific breakthrough at the story’s core, Chain Reaction is a man-on-the-run thriller that mostly sticks to generic formula.
#50
Adjusted Score: 19123%
Critics Consensus: No consensus yet.
#51
Adjusted Score: 19475%
Critics Consensus: 47 Ronin is a surprisingly dull fantasy adventure, one that leaves its talented international cast stranded within one dimensional roles.
#52
Adjusted Score: 18114%
Critics Consensus: Schmaltzy and manipulative, Sweet November suffers from an implausible plot and non-existent chemistry between its leads.
#53
Adjusted Score: 14687%
Critics Consensus: Clumsily derivative, shoddily assembled, and fundamentally miscast, Feeling Minnesota sets out for romantic comedy and gets irrevocably lost along the way.
#54
Adjusted Score: 13932%
Critics Consensus: Icily inhospitable to compelling performances or a sensible narrative, Siberia offers audiences a harsh and seemingly interminable exile from entertainment.
#55
Adjusted Score: 14221%
Critics Consensus: The Watcher has Keanu Reeves cast against type, but the movie is short on thrills, suspense, and believability.
#56
Adjusted Score: 11287%
Critics Consensus: Equal parts plot holes and unintentional laughs, Replicas is a ponderously lame sci-fi outing that isn’t even bad enough to be so bad it’s good.
#57
Adjusted Score: 8278%
Critics Consensus: Exposed lays its flaws fittingly bare for all but the least discerning viewers to see, starting with a dull yet convoluted plot that utterly overpowers the efforts of an intriguing cast.
#58
Critics Consensus: No consensus yet.