Jurassic World: Rebirth

Jurassic World: Rebirth; Like Jaws, essentially B-movies done well, this instalment of Dinosaurs come to dinner can’t decide between family or scientists in peril, so does both. Uses water danger to a greater degree. Still doesn’t have much to offer beyond the original. Solid, standard frights; B-

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse; Another groundbreaking tour de force that builds on its predecessor while amplifying its core heart, humour & feast of animation excellence. Less satisfying since it’s an instalment starter, but a great launching point for what’s to come; A

Alita: Battle Angel

Alita: Battle Angel; Everything you’d expect from the creative minds of Rodriguez & Cameron. Interesting visuals, choreographed action scenes and an attempt at building mythology. Whether we care about it all is another matter. I was entertained but not left wanting more; 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

Hidden Figures

Hidden Figures; Important, fascinating reveal of unsung NASA heroines. Compelling despite its traditional, stale storytelling mechanisms; B