The Andrew Klavan Show The Best, Worst, and Evilest Films of 2025
Dec 25, 2025
A deep dive into the year's film landscape unveils highs and lows. The engaging action of 'Running Man' falters with preachiness, while 'Black Bag' shines with a unique marriage-centric twist. Andrew grapples with the painful realism of 'Eddington,' contrasting it with the stylish yet hollow 'One Battle After Another.' He finds promise in suspenseful horror 'Weapons,' yet criticizes its finale. Delight abounds in the racing drama 'F1,' showcasing themes of discipline, while 'Caught Stealing' captivates with gritty New York vibes. The year's best? 'Black Bag' and 'F1' take the crown!
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Action Movie That Loses Its Way
- Edgar Wright's Running Man starts as a masterclass in action before losing focus mid-film.
- Andrew Klavan found the latter half empty and forgettable despite a strong opening.
Spy Film That Becomes A Marriage Story
- Steven Soderbergh's Black Bag surprised by focusing on a marriage rather than typical spycraft.
- Andrew Klavan calls it small, fashionable, fun, and his best film of the year.
From Near-Stop To Sticking Film
- Andrew initially hated Ari Aster's Eddington and considered turning it off.
- He kept watching on his son's advice and found it painful but ultimately memorable and insightful about COVID mismanagement.