Gods of Egypt
Gods of Egypt is full of pretty people, decent-enough acting, and CGI spectacle. But it’s also pretty boring. Like, epically boring. I don’t expect it to live the immortal life…
Deadpool
Deadpool is a dark, funny, twisted, wince-inducing, sarcastic, anti-superhero movie that breaks all sorts of rules – including an invitation/permission for critics to review it several days in advance of…
The Finest Hours
The Finest Hours is a fine but forgettable flick that doesn't quite rise up to the level of what I've come to expect from a Disney movie based on a…
The 5th Wave
The 5th Wave is yet another weak offering typical of January that may hold some appeal to those hungry for something (very) remotely resembling a Hunger Games or Divergent style…
Norm of the North
I guess there’s a reason we don’t really hear about great animated movies from Lionsgate and Splash Entertainment. If Norm of the North is any indication, they don’t make them!…
Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Oh my, such anticipation! Is it worth it? The answer is a resounding, yet somewhat surprising 'yes' given my lack of fandom obsession. I’m sorry, I can’t really tell you…
In the Heart of the Sea
They should have had a bigger boat. In the Heart of the Sea is sort of like The Perfect Storm meets Jaws – in the year 1820. It’s an epic…
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part Two
I had to re-read my review – from exactly one year ago – of Mockingjay - Part One to reaffirm what I already knew: Mockingjay, Part Two is definitely my…
Spectre
Spectre is classic Bond. It’s got all the stuff you’ve come to expect from a 007 movie: the babes, the bad guys, the gadgets, the cool cars, the exotic locales,…
Pan
I wouldn’t normally go out of my way to see this type of fantasy-adventure, “fun for the whole family” movie, but I was sort of roped into it, so here…
The Martian
Finally! A movie I can recommend to just about anyone. The Martian has soared to the top of my (extremely short) ‘what’s out there right now that you really should…
Everest
The biggest star of Everest is the mountain itself. So if you plan to see the movie, you’ve got to spring for the IMAX 3D. Bring popcorn – and oxygen!…
American Ultra
I’m not sure what this movie was trying to be but it’s a hot mess. Here’s how it was pitched: "American Ultra is a fast-paced action comedy about Mike [Jesse…
The Man from U.N.C.L.E.
The Man from U.N.C.L.E. is a thoroughly entertaining spy romp that feels like a throwback to 1960s-era television, which makes perfect sense considering the movie is based on the television…
Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation
Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation is a thoroughly engaging and entertaining ride, providing just the right mix of drama, special effects, and story to satisfy the 'summer movie' crowd… even…