Squibb is a delight here, an impish instigator tempered by the more level-headed Roundtree, a great mismatched buddy pairing...

Full Review | Original Score: B+ | Jun 17, 2024

Thoroughly entertained by the majority of it. It definitely fits rather too neatly into the crowd-pleasing Sundance indie dramedy formula, but Squibb really makes this worthwhile regardless. It's a joy just to watch her play the role of action hero.

Full Review | Original Score: 3.5/5 | Jun 10, 2024

Thelma doesn't overstay its welcome and does what it should: delivering punchline after punchline and letting Squibb (and the legendary Richard Roundtree in his posthumous role) shine.

Full Review | Jun 3, 2024

Nonagenarian June Squibb is in the driver's seat in this hilarious + heartwarming action comedy. Can't believe this is Squibb's first leading role, but I'd love to see her do more!

Full Review | Original Score: 4/5 | Apr 24, 2024

Riffs on multiple action beats without leaning into parody.

Full Review | Apr 15, 2024

Thelma is a riotous time at the movies, and so much of that rests on Squibb’s shoulders.

Full Review | Original Score: B | Mar 5, 2024

Watch it with your Grandma. They will love it. I wish I could watch it with mine.

Full Review | Original Score: 7/10 | Mar 2, 2024

The fantastically charming tone is Mr. Margolin’s main achievement, but he also has a remarkable ear for dialogue and the ways in which families use inside jokes.

Full Review | Feb 15, 2024

Thelma may not go down in cinematic history like action stars Jack Ryan, Jason Bourne or Ethan Hunt, but she delivers one great adventure nevertheless.

Full Review | Original Score: 3/4 | Feb 9, 2024

Bolstered by some cheeky action tropes, including twists, chases, gunplay, and even an explosion, Thelma is more than a winsome romp. It's a real thrill.

Full Review | Feb 7, 2024

It's a blast to watch June Squibb go on her own Mission: Impossible, as she laces up her orthopedic sneakers and kicks her mobility scooter into high gear to take down scammers. A total crowd-pleaser.

Full Review | Feb 6, 2024

It’s the balance of comedy and existential drama that truly elevates Thelma.

Full Review | Original Score: 3/4 | Feb 5, 2024

Not a hard movie to watch but it’s an easy one to resent, given that Margolin had excellent actors and the opportunity to make something real here, instead of a silly fantasy about an old lady doing dumb action movie stuff.

Full Review | Feb 4, 2024

Thelma is resplendent in its ability to create genuine laughter while remaining sensitive and letting its characters have fun. June Squibb is a wonder- 94 and she’s as funny and charismatic as ever. I dare you not to smile.

Full Review | Feb 4, 2024

There isn't a moment of this film that isn't enjoyable and wholesome, bolstered by June Squibb at her very best in another unforgettable performance.

Full Review | Original Score: 8.5/10 | Feb 3, 2024

An entertaining crowd-pleaser, Thelma shows that every grandmother has their inner badass. Sometimes we get too consumed with their perceived frailty to see it.

Full Review | Feb 3, 2024

June Squibb proves she's still on top of her acting game in an energetic, charming adventure comedy that is actually genuinely funny.

Full Review | Original Score: 4/5 | Feb 2, 2024

Josh Margolin's "Thelma" centers on a 93-year-old who gets phone scammed and goes on a revenge quest. Oscar nominee June Squibb is delightful as the titular character, and Fred Hechinger excels as her loving grandson.

Full Review | Original Score: B | Feb 1, 2024

Delightfully charming, Thelma has birthed a new action hero for the aged.

Full Review | Original Score: 3/5 | Jan 31, 2024

The action-adventure is also full of authentic moments that give the movie an air of plausibility.

Full Review | Jan 31, 2024