NEW
New on Netflix: As clichéd as everything else Tyler Perry does, but OK enough, with a good message about lessons learned between generations
New in Swedish Theaters: The film itself may not be as cinematically remarkable as these people, but it’s undeniably worthwhile, both painful and hopeful
New on Apple TV: The story may not be much, but the escape through the U.S.S.R. offers equal amounts of thrills and laughs
RECENT
The Wayans brothers desperately want you to perceive their jokes as bold, but it’s too uninspired, predictable and childish
An amiable little drama that feels personal because it is
A lethargically paced, slight rumination on aging, grief and self-determination, spiked with visual flair and the occasional absurdity
OLDER
Aaron Taylor-Johnson has a sexy appeal in the lead and the action isn’t bad, but both story and bad guys are a bit of a drag
Premiered in 2023: The film’s poor sense of humor combined with cheap visual effects is a major handicap
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
Premiered in 1977: Perfect entertainment for children, with disarmingly simple and creative adventures in the forest
LONGER REVIEWS
Seth Rogen is first-rate as the thoroughly miserable Joe
Premiered in 1960: Uses its locations in Cyprus and Israel very well, Sal Mineo is memorable and Ernest Gold’s main theme became an instant classic
Premiered in 1942: Production values are high throughout, and the film builds up to a moving finale