Can’t decide what to see this weekend?

Bowling Green Daily News film critic Micheal Compton is here to tell you the best – and worst – now playing at your local cineplex.

Beautiful Boy (C)

Solid work from Timothee Chalamet can’t save this true story of a family’s struggle with their son’s addiction that feels like a glorified Afterschool Special. (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12)

Bohemian Rhapsody (B-)

This bio-pic of Queen and lead singer Freddie Mercury may not bring too much to the table, but it does manage to capture the essence of the band – resulting in a wildly uneven yet somehow entertaining slice of cinema. (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12, Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10, Highland Cinemas)

Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (C)

The “Fantastic Beasts” franchise takes a not-so-fantastic turn in “The Crimes of Grindelwald” – the second film in the “Harry Potter” spin-off franchise.

While the initial film was the perfect foundation for the series, “Crimes” takes a step back with a story that plods along before a frustrating finale. (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12, Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10, Highland Cinemas)

The Girl in the Spider’s Web (D)

A tepid continuation of the “Girl With the Dragon Tattoo” remake that takes everything good about David Fincher’s previous film – and the Swedish books and their source material from the popular novels – and completely destroys them with a by-the-numbers action film. (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12, Highland Cinemas)

The Grinch (B)

The latest incarnation of the Dr. Seuss tale is an update we didn’t know we needed, but it’s a delightful holiday excursion for the whole family that brings the story to life in its own way without losing the charm of perhaps the most loved version of all – the 1960s TV classic. (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12, Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10, Highland Cinemas)

Halloween (C)

Michael Myers is back with a vengeance in the latest reboot of the popular slasher series first created by Bowling Green’s own John Carpenter.

The latest reincarnation arrives with plenty of hype out of the Toronto Film Festival, and a huge opening weekend at the box office. That buzz doesn’t prove warranted as the film suffers from too many of the genre’s cliches, ultimately proving to be nothing more than the same slasher retread we’ve seen since Carpenter’s first film arrived in theaters 40 years ago. (Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10)

Instant Family (B-)

A film about family that, for the most part, mixes the delicate balance between laughs and pulling at the heartstrings. With Mark Wahlberg and Rose Byrne’s comedic chemistry leading the way, “Family” finds its stride early and avoids any major stumbles – making it a nice option for families this holiday season. (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12, Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10, Highland Cinemas)

Nobody’s Fool (C)

The latest from writer/director Tyler Perry breezes along the first 90 minutes before coming completely off the rails in the final half hour – completely ruining what could have been Perry’s best film to date. (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12)

The Nutcracker and the Four Realms (B)

The Nutcracker Suite comes to life again in Walt Disney’s latest live-action feature, a delightful reimagining of the popular holiday ballet.

“The Four Realms” is a world full of wonder, with beautiful set designs and cinematography that bring this story to life in fresh and exciting ways. (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12, Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10)

Overlord (B)

An off the wall re-imaging of World War II where the Germans are concocting an army of zombies. It’s as crazy as it sounds, but also non-stop fun. (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12, Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10, Highland Cinemas)

A Private War (not reviewed at this time)

(Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10)

A Star is Born (A)

It’s the fourth incarnation, yet this latest version from Bradley Cooper feels fresh and new.

That is a testament to Cooper, who co-wrote, directed and stars. He has created a very personal movie that you can feel on every frame – a stripped-down version that is raw and intimate, with a pair of knockout performances from Cooper and Lady Gaga. (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12)

Venom (C-)

The latest Marvel comics adaptation from Sony centers around a character who on paper should be part of a darker, more adult-oriented audience. Instead, it’s a film that feels more like a buddy sit-com with some weird tonal shifts that just undermine everything happening on the screen. It never quite clicks, making “Venom” one of the weaker comic book films. (Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10)

Widows (B)

A tense heist film from director Steve McQueen that features a strong cast – led by the always reliable Viola Davis. (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12, Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10, Highland Cinemas)