The solid (3-star) sci-fi action-adventure 'Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom' features impressive filmmaking with an epic plot full of emotion, thrills, some surprises, and strong characters including the returning Dr. Ian Malcolm who helps audiences understand the “big picture” implications of creating these actual dinosaurs using genetic technologies.
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Less is more as this 3-star crime caper continues a quality series thanks to expert filmmaking and a stellar cast featuring Sandra Bullock as Debbie Ocean, expert con artist and estranged sister of Danny Ocean, played by George Clooney in Steven Soderbergh’s previous film trilogy, which was inspired by the 1960 film starring the “Brat Pack.”
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The brother team of Jon and Andrew Erwin continue to grow their filmmaking skills in their powerful biographical drama about the life of Bart Millard, lead singer of the music group MercyMe.
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'Get Out' (3.5 stars) genuinely surprises today’s dynamic and demanding movie audiences. Visual effects, music, cinematography, editing, and set design elevate this thriller to a very high level. Free President's Day show on Monday, Feb. 19 at 7 p.m. (55 theaters).
Read More »Seen as the spiritual successor to Heaven Is For Real, Miracles From Heaven was produced by DeVon Franklin, Joe Roth, and T.D. Jakes.
Read More »Suicide Squad will please general audiences, but, unfortunately, suffers from the same creative lapses, familiar elements and clichéd sequences as Marvel’s Deadpool.
Read More »"X-Men Apocalypse" contains mass destruction, impressive action sequences, and a plot filled with familiar mutants, religious/cultural overtones, historical/pop culture references, and familiar flashbacks/dialogue.
Read More »This film gives audiences a satisfying action-adventure film with great touches of comedy as international government agencies thwart an international crime organization’s plans.
Read More »“Midnight is just the beginning.” Director Sir Kenneth Branagh crafts an amazing, expansive fairytale film with a quality crew and cast including a star making role by Lily James (TV’s Downton Abbey), and featuring Oscar-winning Cate Blanchett as the infamous stepmother (Lady Tremane). James holds her own with Blanchett as …
Read More »The Song rings true, and directs our hearts toward God.
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