The Creator

The Creator; Impressive cast given an interesting premise is undercut by choppy editing that dices the storytelling into snippets that ultimately disconnects the audience. Futuristic imagery is visually creative, yet still feels grounded in current tech. A vision unfulfilled; B-

Bad Words

Bad Words; Tricky tone is maintained throughout this depraved film which escapes audience scorn on the strength of the actors involved. Bateman’s sourness has emotional heft behind it, grounding the nastiness that bases the dark humour. Child actor Chand plays a great foil; B+

Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children

Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children; Oddly charming mash up of Wizard of Oz, 50s horror, and CGI Mr. Bloom. Falls apart in act 3; B-

Mr. Peabody & Sherman

Mr. Peabody & Sherman; Standard kiddie fare that solidly entertains w/o truly delighting or surprising. Very few laughs in my theatre; B-