Tarek Fayoumi

Tarek Fayoumi is a veteran Chicago film critic. He is the creator of the website Movies With Tarek as well as contributing to Movie Archer. He also freelances with ScreenAnarchy, and has written for the Chicago Reader. He serves as a director of the Chicago Indie Critics, and is a member of the Independent Film Critics of America. He can be found on Instagram and X @MoviesWithTarek.
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Movies With Tarek – ‘Disclosure Day’

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When I think of Steven Spielberg, I think of imagination and admiration. Spielberg has delivered many films throughout the decades with plots and stories...
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Movies With Tarek – ‘Pressure’

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There is a certain type of filmmaking that keeps one’s mind invigorated. The type that makes audiences curious about facts and choices as well...
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Movies With Tarek – ‘Masters of the Universe’

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This is a superhero adaptation with a surrounding of nostalgia and a presence of gold written all over it, as a sword becomes the...
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Movies With Tarek – ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’

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The film continues after the events of Season 3 of The Mandalorian. With mixed expectations, the Force maintains its strong suit in Star Wars:...
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Movies With Tarek – ‘The Sheep Detectives’

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With flocks of sheep and a mystery surrounding, this is one that is family-friendly with many moments of joyfulness. There are also spy flick...
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Movies With Tarek – ‘Michael’

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The story is true and faithful. Musical success is showcased while chronologically highlighting a superstar’s growth over a lifetime. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, this...
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Movies With Tarek – ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’

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Twenty years later, and the competitive fashion world is still bringing the heat. The Devil Wears Prada 2 has class. It is an enticing sequel in which themes from the...
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Movies With Tarek – ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’

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This sequel is fun. It drags a bit, but fantasy keeps the momentum going in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Directed by Aaron Horvath, Michael...
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Movies With Tarek – ‘Project Hail Mary’

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A breathtaking space adventure that will blow the audience’s minds. An audacious book adaptation that feels like a new world of spectacular elements. Project Hail...
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Movies With Tarek – ‘Local Area Network’

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In a film centering around mental health and the importance of community, Local Area Network scores a touchdown. Written and directed by Glenn Garrabrant, the...
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