: Vanity Fair offers a surprisingly balanced take, arguing that while it doesn't reach the heights of the originals, it hits the "reboot button" in a clever way.

: Comics Beat provides a harsh look at how the film suffers from being part of a franchise that keeps trying to "perpetuate sequels" without a clear vision. 🤖 Fans Who Loved It

: A popular Reddit Discussion features fans who treat it as a "Bizarro-verse" or "What-if" scenario, praising Arnold's performance as "Pops".

: It argues that the film's biggest mistake was removing the emotional stakes by making the timeline feel temporary and "disposable". 🎭 Critical & Insightful Perspectives

For a deep, multi-part dive into the film’s logic and themes, features a comprehensive series by Shaun Watson .