Shawn Peer
Freatured Critic
Shawn Peer is a Toronto-area film critic and pop culture writer based in Vaughan, Ontario. He is a regular contributor to That Shelf and ForReel, where he offers commentary on everything from indie gems to blockbuster hits. Passionate about awards season, Shawn follows the fall and winter festival circuits and major ceremonies with near-religious devotion.Articles by Shawn Peer:
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July 18, 2025
I Know What You Did Last Summer Review: Gruesome Kills Keep the Franchise AliveI Know What You Did Last Summer introduces the iconic horror franchise to a new generation while paying tribute to what came before.
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May 30, 2025
Karate Kid: Legends Review: If It Ain’t Broke, Tweak It a LittleKarate Kid: Legends brings a fresh spin to a classic formula, blending old and new in a fun, fast-paced ride.
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May 1, 2025
In Thunderbolts*, Trauma Isn”™t Just a Backstory, It”™s the Plot According To Florence Pugh, David HarbourThe Thunderbolts* cast talks their latest Marvel movie about anti-heroes forced to work together on a dangerous and deadly mission.
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April 25, 2025
On Swift Horses Review: A Tale of Self-Discovery That Plays It a Little Too SafeOn Swift Horses boasts a stellar cast, but its split narrative and safe storytelling keep it from reaching its full potential.
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March 31, 2025
A Working Man Review: Jason Statham Sticks to What He Knows BestDavid Ayer and Jason Statham team up for another action thriller that is familiar, yet overlong and unnecessarily convoluted.
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March 16, 2025
The Electric State Review: A Lifeless Sci-Fi Epic That Fails to Reach Its PotentialEven with groundbreaking comic book movies behind them, the Russos somehow deliver a lifeless and forgettable film with The Electric State.
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September 28, 2024
K-Pops! Review: Anderson .Paak’s Promising, if Conventional, DebutAnderson .Paak’s family comedy K-Pops! is familiar, but also full of heart thanks to the real father-son relationship at its core.
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September 15, 2024
The Piano Lesson: TIFF 2024 ReviewWhile The Piano Lesson delivers strong performances and stays true to Wilson’s play, it might not leave a lasting impression.
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July 23, 2024
Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F Review: Eddie Murphy’s Still Got ItBeverly Hills Cop: Axel F Review: Eddie Murphy’s long-awaited return to the classic action-comedy franchise is familiar, albeit forgettable.
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July 21, 2024
Interview: Tope Babalola on The DeliveryTope Babalola talks about what it took to direct, write, and star in The Delivery and how he is using the experience for his future projects.
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May 14, 2024
Interview: Owen Teague and Kevin Durand on Kingdom of the Planet of the ApesShawn Peer sits down with stars Owen Teague and Kevin Durand to discuss their process working on Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes.
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May 13, 2024
The Idea of You Review: You Deserve More, Anne HathawayThe Idea of You does not do much to set itself apart from the hundreds of other romantic comedies out there.
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January 27, 2023
Shelf Pick: Erin’s Guide to Kissing GirlsGet a sneak peek at Erin’s Guide to Kissing Girls, a new coming-of-age tale that follows a group of girls navigating the hardships of middle school. See it at the Carlton in Toronto starting Feb. 3!
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