The Martian is fresh, suspenseful and surprisingly funny

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Movie:    The Martian   Rating:    PG-13, 2 hours 14 minutes   Grade:   A   In a Nutshell:    Why are audiences and critics raving about The Martian?  Because it’s fresh, suspenseful, inspiring, scientifically credible, and surprisingly funny. In fact, the Academy … Continued

Self/Less asks what legacy will you leave

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Movie:    Self/less PG-13, 1 hour 57 minutes Grade:    B In a Nutshell:    The talented Ben Kingsley plays a dying real estate tycoon who buys a younger body, that of Ryan Reynolds.  Nice choice. Critics have been pretty negative about … Continued

Pixels helps you relive your 80’s glory days

Movie:    Pixels   PG-13, 1 hour 46 minutes   Grade:  B-   In a Nutshell:  This is a world where Kevin James is President of the United States.   Need I say more?   I have real mixed feelings about this new … Continued

Fantastic Four underwhelms

Movie:     Fantastic Four Grade:   C In a Nutshell:   Marvel is at it again!  Unfortunately, the newest film in the comic book franchise doesn’t have the humor or joyful whimsy that has made some of their most recent films shine.  … Continued

Do we really need another Terminator movie?

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Movie:    Terminator Genisys   PG-13, 1 hour 59 minutes   Grade:    B-   In a Nutshell:   Fun for The Terminator fans, but not necessary for others.   I mean, do we really need a reboot of this James Cameron franchise?  This … Continued

Minions get their own fun flick

Movie:   Minions Grade:  B+   In a Nutshell:   Adorable.  Silly. Colorful.  Like eating pure sugar. Imaginative prequel to the beloved Despicable Me movie franchise. The plot isn’t deep, but their crazy antics will still make you smile. Warning: It may … Continued

Jurassic World is predictable fun

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Movie:    Jurassic World   PG-13,  2 hours 3 minutes Grade:  B+ In a Nutshell:   I was so excited to see the newest installment of the dino franchise!  Of course, we already know what the plot will be: bad dinosaur escapes … Continued

Tomorrowland speaks to dreamers

Movie:   Tomorrowland     PG, 1 hour 47 minutes Grade:  A-   In a Nutshell:  Are you a dreamer?  If so, this Disney film will capture your heart.  Kids will love the non-stop action and futuristic ideas that feel more like … Continued