The Super Mario Bros. Movie

The Super Mario Bros. Movie; Filled w/decades of references, demonstrating depth of available content, movie really economizes its characters for a short run time that appeals to the youngest viewers while offering adults a hit of nostalgia and fun. Launching a new universe; B+

The Bubble

The Bubble; Some exceptionally enjoyable & hilarious actors, along with some Apatows, make a silly thing about a silly time when we were in early stages of Covid-19 protocols. Mocks actors for their faux hardships while being partially reflective of what we all went through; B-

The Mitchells vs. the Machines

The Mitchells vs. The Machines; A fun time diversion w/enough antics to while away an hour or two. Not as inspired, funny, riveting or imaginative as previous fare from the creatives behind the project, but it’s got enough quality for families to share some time together; B-

The LEGO Ninjago Movie

The LEGO Ninjago Movie; Another well crafted send up of that plays in the genre sandbox while lovingly remaining true to story elements; A-