X-Men Origins: Wolverine

X-Men Origins: Wolverine; Dangerously strays into “so bad, it’s good” territory that used to be a hallmark of goofy comic book movies pre-Batman. The cast deserves better than this schlocky, hammy approach to what is one of the more compelling Marvel characters. C’mon! He’s more than his claws!; C-

Kareem: Minority of One

Kareem: Minority of One; Interesting profile of a one of a kind athlete. Would like more personal reflections from him and his contemporaries than the factual recount of his life events but there’s enough to sustain interest. Great to see a momentous baller get his due; B+

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse; Vibrant, original animation style is a thrilling, refreshing take on Spider-Man mythos. Funny, w/fantastic fight scenes, it demonstrates how the medium invites us into a world where we can love, be loved and fulfill our amazing fantasies; A

Isle of Dogs

Isle of Dogs; Spectacularly rendered and dynamically scored, the latest from Wes Anderson offers a quirky, heartfelt story with just enough suspense and humour. Some colonial concerns but privilege begets artistic indulgence for our own reward; A