Encanto

Encanto; Vibrant, original, fantastic fairy tale w/just enough touches of deep, brutal honesty & reflection of family dynamics. Musical moments propel the story forward so quickly that it seems to wrap up so suddenly & tidily. Well worth being swept up in its magic and charm; A-

The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part

The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part; Lacks the charm and surprise of the original, is slow going out of the gate, but eventually finds its footing and delivers a decent landing in the final acts. Batman is still the best part, which makes this sequel seem rather unnecessary; B-

Ice Age: Collision Course

Ice Age: Collision Course; Not as bad as one would expect. Some good jokes touting science over deniers. Cast on auto pilot except Pegg; B-

Pee-Wee's Big Holiday

Pee-Wee's Big Holiday; Plenty of absurdity & Pee-Wee style zaniness. Fun for long time fans but adds little to the funhouse. Goofy; B-