Jonathan Majors’ New Movie, ‘Magazine Dreams,’ Is a Hit with the Critics on Rotten Tomatoes

The movie titled “Magazine Dreams,” starring Jonathan Majors, has garnered favorable feedback from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, it boasts a commendable 82% score after being reviewed by 95 experts. This production made its debut at the Sundance Film Festival, where it was honored with the U.S. Dramatic Special Jury Award for Creative Vision.

The movie revolves around a person who takes care of his struggling grandfather, all while striving for success in the realm of competitive bodybuilding.

Additionally in the film, Haley Bennett plays Jessie, Taylour Paige portrays Pink Coat, Mike O’Hearn takes on the role of Brad Vanderhorn, Harrison Page is William Lattimore, Harriet Sansom Harris acts as Killian’s counselor, Bradley Stryker appears as Ken Donaghue, Dan Donahue depicts Dr. Prescott, Craig Cackowski is a judge at a bodybuilding contest, Andrea Figliomeni is a waitress, and David Maurice Johnson plays the Head Judge of the regional bodybuilding competition.

Praise for Majors’ acting has been abundant, with many commending his unwavering devotion to the character. One critic even stated that his ‘exceptionally dedicated portrayal’ makes watching Magazine Dreams an enjoyable experience.

It’s worth mentioning that Majors encountered obstacles in his career because of legal troubles. In December 2023, he was found guilty on two charges: reckless assault and harassment. His sentencing is scheduled for February 6, 2024, and the judge imposed a restraining order, prohibiting any interaction with his former partner, Grace Jabbari. He potentially faces incarceration for up to a year.

Despite a rough patch in his career, things appear to have improved for Majors, who is now making an effort to re-enter the industry. It seems like he has made amends, as suggested by recent positive feedback on his work.

Despite some uneven tempo, Majors remains compellingly captivating: a character yearning for recognition – and should he not receive it, he seeks to be deeply understood.

– Leah Greenblatt, Entertainment Weekly

This could be the highly anticipated show that Major’s enthusiasts have longed for, ever since he made a big impression when he debuted a few years back as a Yale Drama graduate. It’s an impressive transformation on a grand scale.

– Richard Lawson, Vanity Fair

A tour de force in a flawed but impressive vehicle.

– David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter

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2025-01-08 17:44