Crash

Crash; Stellar performances by many (notably Cheadle) can’t save this film from its misguided examination of racism using a soft lens. The movie means well but doesn’t dig deep enough to provide a true meaningful examination yet isn’t very subtle about its intentions either; B-

St. Vincent

St. Vincent; Familiar story made interesting by the casting of Murray. Telegraphed plot is enjoyable because cast plays the right notes; B