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Worst movies of 2026 so far. One is really awful. One you might love

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By Bill Goodykoontz Verified
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Every movie is its own thing and should be judged as such. Yes, even franchise films. The 23rd installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe might be part of some grander story (sigh), but it still has to stand on its own. But when it comes to the worst movies of the year, there is some common ground between them. Each is dishonest in some fundamental way, either with audiences or with itself. It gives me no pleasure to say that. And it certainly gives me no pleasure to watch a bad movie.
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Worst movies of 2026 so far. One is really awful. One you might love Original

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By Bill Goodykoontz Verified
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July 6, 2026, 5:01 a.m. MT Every movie is its own thing and should be judged as such. Yes, even franchise films. The 23rd installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe might be part of some grander story (sigh), but it still has to stand on its own. But when it comes to the worst movies of the year, there is some common ground between them. Each is dishonest in some fundamental way, either with audiences or with itself. It gives me no pleasure to say that.
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Is metro Phoenix LGBTQ+ friendly? It's more complicated than you think

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By Bill Goodykoontz Verified
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Is metro Phoenix LGBTQ+ friendly? It's more complicated than you think Most advocates for rights will tell you that the path to progress is not a straight line. There are ups and downs, peaks and valleys. That has certainly been the case with LGBTQ+ rights. Certainly, progress has been made.
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