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The Black Phone (out Jul 21) misses opportunities to become a standout within the action-thriller genre but it still held my attention all the way through. It's got a cool blend of drama, horror and supernatural, plus a super lead performance from 15-year-old newcomer Mason Thames. It's the tale of a kid trying to escape the clutches of a serial killer. Grade: B.