‘Swapped’ has a surprisingly sweet story that’ll teach kids about compassion and selflessness—though it is spurred on by a magical …
Pixar’s ‘Hoppers’ encourages viewers to be better stewards of the planet. But the messages (and the comedy) fall a little …
‘He Calls Me Daughter’ comforts girls and women hurt by their earthly dads, helping them to overcome their “father wound” …
Nature can be brutal—but it can be beautiful and funny, too. ‘Orangutan,’ playing on Disney+, serves as a nice reminder …
‘K-Pops!’ plays some sweet melodies before the film ends, but it also hits sour notes that distract from its familial …
‘The Pout-Pout Fish’ encourages us to help others no matter what the cost—and to always look for the good in …
‘I Can Only Imagine 2’ is a well-crafted, uplifting film with powerful messages about gratitude and clinging to God, especially …
In ‘GOAT,’ a skinny goat gets a shot at the big leagues. He must build a winning team while trying …
‘Solo Mio’ keeps its heart warm and its nose (mostly) clean. And it reminds us that disappointment can lead to …
‘Buffalo Kids’ is a sweet, animated story that emphasizes the importance of friendship and family (and with only a few …
Charlie the Wonderdog is a lovable mutt who gains alien superpowers. But his movie can’t quite lift off the ground.
‘Tafiti’ teaches important lessons about friendship and prejudice through the shared adventure of a meerkat and bush pig.
Aesthetically, ‘Scarlet’ looks pretty amazing, its powerful imagery and fluid animation filling the screen with wonders. But it trots out …
A retired couple takes a ‘Midwinter Break’ in Amsterdam. But this slowly paced pic raises some subtle questions about life …
‘In the Blink of an Eye’ lauds love and sacrifice as important factors in humanity’s survival. But it also presents …