News of the World
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(3.5 Stars) Many good things here, but, in the end, not real memorable.
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Soul
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(4.5 Stars) Interesting and Creative approach to some very abstract questions. Excellent film.
Mulan
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(2.5 Stars) A disappointing remake when it could and should have been much better.
The 2020 Adventure Movies
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An Overview of this year’s Oscar-nominated movies in the Adventure genre.
Maleficent: Princess of Evil
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(1.5 Stars) Some fun visual moments do not make up for a plodding story. Pfeiffer occasionally shines, but Jolie’s talent is wasted.
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
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(3.5 Stars) I suppose if you are a Star Wars buff, you will be disappointed. But for the rest of us, it is just plain fun.
Frozen II
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(2.5 Stars) As to be expected, terrific visuals. But the story is a little weak and the songs aren’t memorable.
Ad Astra
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(3.5 Stars) Visually stunning and terrific sound. But not up to Kubrick standards!
Lion King
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(2 Stars) A retelling of the original story with amazing computer-animation technology. Watch it if you, or your family, didn’t see the original.
Toy Story 4
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(5 Stars) Visually stunning movie and a story for anyone who has ever been part of a family. One of this year’s Must-Sees!
Klaus
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(3.5 Stars) A delightful family story with a terrific combination of animation styles.
Missing Link
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(2.5 Stars) Has some terrific stop-motion animation scenes with rich backgrounds. Story-line a little weak, but a good family movie.
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
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(2.5 Stars) A good family movie: Kids will be entertained by the humor and the dragons; Adults will be mesmerized by the beautiful imagery.
Mirai
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(2 stars) 2019 Some delightful animation, but the movie is in search of an audience.
Ralph Breaks the Internet
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(4 Stars) Surprising animation with an imaginative visualization of the internet and a wonderful interlude with the Disney Princesses.
Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse
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(3 Stars) A bit deep for those on the edge of the comic book world, but the different animation styles, all in one movie, are fascinating.
Incredibles 2
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(2 Stars) An outdated sequel that tries too hard to be relevant. Might be good for families with young children.
Avengers: Infinity War
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(3.5 Stars) Amazing Visual Effects, but the story, with 72 characters, is too big to wrap your mind around, unless you already know the comic book world well.
Ready Player One
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(4.5 Stars) My favorite action / adventure movie of the year with an intriguing story that bounces between a real dystopian future and an elaborate role-playing VR game.
Christopher Robin
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(2.5 Stars) I’ve loved Eeyore all my life, but this movie doesn’t move me in any particular way. Might be appropriate for families with small children.
Solo: A Star Wars Story
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(3.5 Stars) Star Wars fans will enjoy this origin story of Han Solo, with excellent visual effects. If you’re not into Star Wars, though, well it may not appeal.
Free Solo
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(3.5 Stars) Winner of the Documentary Oscar, it tells a riveting tale of Hannock’s climb of El Capitan. It is an awesome story, but I’m not sure how much movie skill was involved here.
A Quiet Place
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(4 Stars) A fascinating horror/sci-fi flick where sound is the major ingredient.
Isle of Dogs
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(3.5 Stars) With all the trademarks of Wes Anderson, this movie is fun to watch while it puzzles the mind.
Black Panther
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(4 Stars) A visually and aurally stunning action movie with a tightly constructed plot line that you can actually follow.