
MaXXXine
dir. Ti West
64
8 sourcesSynopsis
In 1980s Hollywood, adult film star and aspiring actress Maxine Minx finally gets her big break. But as a mysterious killer stalks the starlets of Hollywood, a trail of blood threatens to reveal her sinister past.
Critics consensus
Intoxicating with its maxxximal style, MaXXXine is an uneven but vibrant pastiche that drives a stiletto through Hollywood's heart.
Audience consensus
Mia Goth returns as the eponymous Maxxxine fatale in this third installment that if slightly riding off the coattails of its predecessors, still delivers much-anticipated glitz and gore.
What resonated with audiences
'MaXXXine' concludes the X trilogy with mixed reactions. Mia Goth's performance and 80s aesthetic are praised, yet the plot is criticized for predictability. Homage to classic horror and Hollywood is appreciated, though some find it lacks tension and originality. Supporting cast performances are varied, with standouts and forgettables noted. Cinematography and soundtrack are strengths, but pacing and climax are often criticized. Fans of the series find it enjoyable, while others feel it falls short, making 'MaXXXine' a divisive entry.

Directed byTi West
StarringMia Goth, Elizabeth Debicki, Moses Sumney, Michelle Monaghan, Bobby Cannavale, Halsey
Written byTi West
CinematographyEliot Rockett
EditingTi West
MusicTyler Bates
MaXXXine
2024 · R · 1h 43m
Horror, Thriller
In 1980s Hollywood, adult film star and aspiring actress Maxine Minx finally gets her big break. But as a mysterious killer stalks the starlets of Hollywood, a trail of blood threatens to reveal her sinister past.
Our Verdict
64
What resonated with audiences
'MaXXXine' concludes the X trilogy with mixed reactions. Mia Goth's performance and 80s aesthetic are praised, yet the plot is criticized for predictability. Homage to classic horror and Hollywood is appreciated, though some find it lacks tension and originality. Supporting cast performances are varied, with standouts and forgettables noted. Cinematography and soundtrack are strengths, but pacing and climax are often criticized. Fans of the series find it enjoyable, while others feel it falls short, making 'MaXXXine' a divisive entry.
Critics Consensus
Intoxicating with its maxxximal style, MaXXXine is an uneven but vibrant pastiche that drives a stiletto through Hollywood's heart.
Audience Consensus
Mia Goth returns as the eponymous Maxxxine fatale in this third installment that if slightly riding off the coattails of its predecessors, still delivers much-anticipated glitz and gore.
