movie review
Reviews of new and classic family-friendly films; the perfect picks for movie night.
The Ice Age Adventures of Buck Wild
The animation borrowings from the IP of the Ice Age, but it is not a series with the original five episodes, so there is a big drop in quality. Not only is there minimal screen time for the original mammoth, saber-toothed tiger and the long-winded guy, but there's not even the iconic squirrel picking up pine cones. I have to say, Ice Age is a very interesting animated series, and it also made blue Sky Studio. It feels like Blue Sky studios and Pixar are on equal footing with each other in this series. Unfortunately, Blue Sky Studios has also disbanded, the classic Ice Age is over, and the future spin-off is likely to be just a gimmick. Going back to the story of the film, the plot is basically that evil wants to rule the world, but good uses all its power and luck to defeat it. It's a happy movie for adults and children. However, it is no longer in the realm of adult cartoons. After all, for me, there is no joke in the show. The whole story knows the end from the beginning, which looks like chewing wax. The funny of the two opossums, like the clowns in the 18th rate circus, felt funny, but couldn't laugh.
By hoang quynh ly4 years ago in Families
'Encanto' and Mirabel
Millennials and Mirabel have a lot in common when you think about it. A lot of kids in this generation were described as 'gifted' and smart and talented from very young ages. As a kid, I was very smart and was reading at a high school level when I was in elementary school. A few of my friends excelled in sports beyond average players for their age. One girl in my second grade class actually invented a toy for her brother who was a toddler and patented the product and sold it.
By Mae McCreery4 years ago in Families
Why I Don't Hate Abuela from Encanto
Warning - This article includes spoilers of Disney's Encanto. Disney's Encanto has become an obsession in my house. We watch the movie and or listen to the soundtrack at least once a day. The catchy tunes and relatable storyline provide fun for the whole family. We all love Mirabel, Antonio, and who could forget Uncle Bruno. We sympathize with Isabella and Luisa, who are dealing with the pressures of appearing strong and perfect when the reality is quite the opposite. Both of Mirabel’s parents are amazing. We love the healing power of Julieta and the goofy yet authentic support of Agustin. The passionate relationship between a Pepa and Felix captivated us. Their older children, Dolores and Camilo stole the show, even with minimal screen time. The only bone of contention within our home and the general audience at large is with Abuela.
By Misses Educator4 years ago in Families
Why Did I Wait So Long To Watch Love and Monsters?
If you appreciate post-apocalyptic comedies, then Love and Monsters is a must watch. I admit, this was one of those titles that I scrolled right on past every single time I saw it. I don’t know why, I love dystopian and post-apocalyptic movies, so this should have been right up my alley to begin with. I mean, the cover image is fantastic and I absolutely adore Dylan O’Brian.
By Jennifer Wright4 years ago in Families
COMING 2 AMERICA
I want to thank Eddie Murphy for making the sequel to one of my all time favorite films. Now that I am an adult, I can understand his vision more clearly, and how important he is for the culture. Murphy makes movies about the black experience using comedic situations. I have been entertained my entire by his brilliance. Some of my other favorites include "Harlem Nights", "Boomerang", “Trading Places”and "Norbit". The important part about his films that I appreciate, you can learn a life lesson, and laugh at the same time. I can go on and on about my love for his creativity. I have been a fan since I saw him on "Saturday Night Live" as kid. I know I'm telling my age, but that was one of my mom's favorite shows, and if I were up, I got to watch him live! Hate him or love him, Murphy is a cinematic genius who knows how to entertain.
By Jocelyn Whaley4 years ago in Families
Holiday Movies And Treats To Get You In The Mood For The Season
Tips, Tricks, Drinks, And Movies To Get Into The Holiday Mood The holidays are fast upon us, and as I struggle to take any steps toward feeling festive, I remember my holiday preparations list. All the things that I need to start doing to find the holiday spirit, before turning into "Scrooge," preferably. There are reasons that the holidays are rough on people. I'm one of those people that suffer from what I call "Holiday Baggage." But why should it win?
By Jason Ray Morton 4 years ago in Families
The Films I Love Because Of Nina
My grandmother was someone that never particularly cared for taking a trip to the movie theater to go see the newest movie that came to theaters or anything. But on the days that my mother worked her long hours at her job at quest diagnostics, my grandmother would sit down with me and we would split a can of Diet Coke and we would watch a movie together while we waited for my mother to come pick me up. We didn’t do it often because my grandmother did not like how much I was into movies and television shows. On those weekdays, they were very precious to me just to relax and get to show her something that interested me and then to get the reaction from her is something that I’ll always remember.
By Samantha Parrish4 years ago in Families
Movie Review-Disney
I brought my 12-year-old Little Sister (from the Big Brother/Big Sister mentoring program) to see a movie. It’s sad to realize that the only talking bear that today’s generation of kids are familiar with is the raunchy Ted or possible some naughty puppets from Avenue Q. Marc Forster’s Christopher Robin refreshes the A.A. Milne classic and brings us to the future of Christopher, which still leaves us in the late 1940s. This is a departure from the annoying habit of modernizing fairy tales by immersing them in current-day scenarios like Enchanted or Hook. Instead, we get a mesmerizing period piece of post-war London in stunning detail as the tale unwinds.
By Barb Dukeman5 years ago in Families
