Project Hail Mary Reviews: What The Critics Are Saying The highly anticipated space adventure Project Hail Mary, directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller and starring Ryan Gosling, has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from critics. The film, which opens on March 20, 2026, follows Gosling’s character, Ryland Grace, a school teacher who awakens on a spaceship light-years from Earth with no memory of how he got there. As his recollections return, he discovers he is part of a mission to prevent a mysterious substance from destroying the sun and threatening Earth. The story centers on his unexpected friendship with an alien, described as a “rocky” being, and the challenges they face to save humanity. With a production budget exceeding $150 million, the film is positioned for a massive box office debut, projected to open between $45 million and $55 million. The movie’s blend of science fiction and human drama has drawn comparisons to classic space epics, while its practical effects and emotional depth have been praised as fresh and engaging. Critics have highlighted Gosling’s performance as a key strength, noting his ability to portray both the vulnerability and determination of his character. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film currently holds a 94% score based on over 70 reviews, signaling strong critical acclaim. Deadline’s Pete Hammond called it “a movie made for Imax,” praising its “entertaining and engaging” approach to science fiction. He emphasized the film’s message about unity in the face of existential threats, stating it “suggests even though we may be worlds apart, in order to save us from ourselves we must band together now more than ever.” Empire magazine awarded the film 4/5 stars, describing it as “a very watchable old-school blockbuster crowd-pleaser.#rottent_tomatoes #ryan_gosling #project_hail_mary #phil_lord #christopher_miller
Melania Vanishes From Box Office Charts After Just 4 Weeks Melania Trump’s documentary, which chronicled her time as first lady, has disappeared from domestic box office charts just four weeks after its release. Despite initial praise from the Trump campaign, the film failed to attract widespread audiences, with its earnings falling far short of expectations. The documentary, produced by Amazon MGM, was released on January 30, 2026, and earned approximately $7 million in its opening weekend. However, by the end of its theatrical run, it had grossed around $16.2 million domestically and an additional $187,000 internationally. The film’s box office performance was overshadowed by its limited international reach. It was pulled from South Africa before its scheduled release and struggled in the United Kingdom, where it was no longer showing as of February. Critics and audiences reacted sharply to the documentary, with its critics’ score on Rotten Tomatoes at a dismal 11 percent. Meanwhile, audience approval stood at 98 percent, highlighting a stark divide in reception. The film was also accused of being review-bombed online before its release, with some users flooding platforms like Letterboxd with negative critiques. Amazon MGM spent $40 million to acquire the documentary and an additional $35 million on marketing, yet its earnings did not justify the investment. The film’s director, Brett Ratner, faced scrutiny over his involvement in the Epstein files, and the production team was criticized for using musical numbers without permission. Posters for the film were also vandalized, with reports of “extensive and severe” damage. Despite its financial underperformance, the documentary remains available for streaming on Amazon.#melania_trump #amazon_mgm #brett_ratner #rottent_tomatoes #letterboxd
