The latest live-action remake of a beloved Disney classic has been a lightning rod for controversy. But despite some changes, …
‘The Day the Earth Blew Up’ feels oh-so-true to its wacky, Looney Tunes roots. But given how violent and rude …
Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob franchise hasn’t gotten less annoying with age. But you might be surprised at the unexpectedly strong pro-marriage message …
Night of the Zoopocalypse is baby’s first zombie survival horror film, with all the bloodless violence that that implies.
Ne Zha 2 comes with box-office bona fides and nice craftsmanship. But when your main character’s a demon, you’re bound …
Like anything involving dogs, there’s some mess in the mix. But all in all, ‘Dog Man’ is zany and sweet …
There are some small navigable caveats, but even the cautious Mr. Brown would likely consider Paddington in Peru to be …
Families that enjoyed ‘Moana’ will likely enjoy a story that doesn’t pack any unexpected or unwanted surprises into this adventure-filled …
Belle and Beast, Disney and musical, story and song. This movie stands at or near the pinnacle of cinema-meets-theater-meets-animation.
Beautiful, surreal and powerful, ‘Flow’ may be appropriate for kids, but it’s not necessarily made for them.
Witty, silly and ever-so-much fun, Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl is not a perfect film. But it is pretty …
In 1992, Charles Dickens must have been rolling in his grave … with laughter. That’s when Walt Disney Studios and …
You’d think that if you accidentally left your kid alone once, it wouldn’t happen a second time. Well, think again.
‘That Christmas’ comes with sweet messages. But there are a still a couple of “presents” here that won’t fit snugly …
This rereleased 1988 Studio Ghibli classic is strange and lovely in all the right ways.
Disney+’s Christmas special is a sweet little fable that feels, on its surface, like just a secular confection. But let’s …
There’s action, humor and, yep, even some heart in this latest Transformers pic. You could almost say it’s … more …
Pumpkin King Jack Skellington is back. First released in 1993, ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ now makes annual October appearances. Is …
This sweet true story smiles at, teaches and encourages its viewers in equal measure.
Uglies has some unappealing content, but it also speaks to the societal pressures that teens face and must learn to …
Harold and the Purple Crayon doodles up some laughs. It also draws us in to ponder spiritual questions about life’s …
Inside Out 2 is fun. It’s thoughtful. And it’s a fantastic conversation starter. And it lands just a hair below …
While Monster High 2 doesn’t come at viewers withs its claws and fangs out, it still harbors significant worldview issues.
Despicable Me 4 delivers more of what we’ve come to expect from this franchise: silly slapstick, some toilet humor and …
This classic ‘80s fantasy film doesn’t have too much content but might still be a bit too intense for younger …
