Sneaks (2025)
33%
3/10
“Ripping off the story of “Toy Story 2” and attempting to mimic the visuals of “Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse,” “Sneaks” is a pale imitation of much better films that have come before it.” –
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Apr 16, 2025
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The King of Kings (2025)
64%
4/10
“Ultimately, “The King of Kings” will function as a way for eager parents to try to interest their kids in their religion, but it’s unlikely to be a new favorite.” –
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Apr 7, 2025
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Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip (2025)
58%
5/10
“Lemus flexes some competent muscles as a director, crafting a nice film for younger kids to enjoy, but “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip” struggles to elevate itself from the countless similar family vacation comedies.” –
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Mar 28, 2025
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Sukkwan Island (2025)
45%
5/10
“Despite strong performances, “Sukkwan Island” never develops the emotional core needed to support a gut punch of an ending, leaving viewers more confused than moved.” –
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Feb 7, 2025
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Love, Brooklyn (2025)
78%
6/10
““Love, Brooklyn” may be slight, but the richness of the performances from Holland, Beharie, and Wise makes it worthwhile. It’s a low-key sort of romance with a maturity in its approach that is deeply felt and appreciated.” –
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Feb 5, 2025
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Plainclothes (2025)
79%
7/10
“In a time when attacks on queer people have ramped up across the country, "Plainclothes" is a complex film about the pain of this isolation and oppression.” –
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Feb 5, 2025
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Dog Man (2025)
80%
6/10
“Though there’s little to elevate this one into the staple rotation of family movie nights, it’s sure to make fans of the series happy.” –
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Jan 29, 2025
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Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (2024)
85%
7/10
“This is the best Sonic movie yet” –
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Dec 18, 2024
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Ultraman: Rising (2024)
86%
7/10
“While “Ultraman: Rising” doesn’t rely on pre-existing knowledge of the legendary character, it’s a solid enough entry in the franchise that could help newcomers, kids especially, want to dive deeper into the mythology.” –
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Nov 26, 2024
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Color Book (2024)
8/10
““Color Book” is a confident, moving debut for Fortune and a call for more leading roles for Catlett.” –
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Nov 5, 2024
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Thank You for Banking with Us! (2024)
7/10
“This simple story illuminates daily battles for women across the globe every day. In the end, “Thank You For Banking With Us” is a charming, personal look at a tragic system.” –
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Nov 4, 2024
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Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl (2024)
100%
8/10
“Another delightful entry in the series and a reminder of the charms that can only come from something handmade. It’s one of the best-animated films of the year.” –
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Oct 28, 2024
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Music by John Williams (2024)
100%
7/10
““Music By John Williams” is full of the joy that Williams has always brought to the movies, so how could audiences not smile when celebrating the life and achievements of one cinema’s all-time great artists and contributors?” –
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Oct 25, 2024
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Blink (2024)
89%
8/10
“Amazing trip aside, how does any parent help their child cope with a life-altering diagnosis? How does a parent let go and give their child the tools to care for themselves? "Blink" serves as a serious perspective reset, especially for parents.” –
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Oct 3, 2024
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War Game (2024)
80%
5/10
““War Game” is a mixed bag, pairing effective messaging and compelling future-casting with a fictional scenario that doesn’t quite get the viewer to the edge of their seat.” –
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Aug 2, 2024
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Thelma the Unicorn (2024)
60%
6/10
“The touches of absurdity won’t be for everyone, but they balance out the valuable story at the film’s heart. It’s a sweet, entertaining story that could help kids have a slightly more well-rounded view of stardom.” –
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May 17, 2024
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IF (2024)
50%
6/10
““IF” doesn’t treat kids like babies and, instead, lets an adventurous curiosity take the lead. By inviting both kids and adults to hold onto their imaginations, “IF” is an absolute blast.” –
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May 15, 2024
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Sweet Dreams (2024)
69%
6/10
“Despite an unoriginal premise and jokes that don’t really work, there’s a lot of heart in “Sweet Dreams.”” –
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Apr 10, 2024
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Parachute (2023)
83%
7/10
“Between Eaton’s remarkable performance and Snow’s impressive storytelling, there is much to love about “Parachute.” It’s an achingly authentic portrayal of how our most beloved relationships can still indulge our worst vices.” –
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Apr 4, 2024
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Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024)
71%
6/10
“While there are so many areas that “Kung Fu Panda 4” could have and should have pushed the boundaries, there is still a lot of pleasing storytelling here.” –
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Mar 6, 2024
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Dìdi (2024)
96%
8/10
“Through its evocative storytelling, "Dìdi" gracefully captures the magnitude of these transformative moments, assuring audiences that, despite the challenges, everything will be okay in the end.” –
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Feb 2, 2024
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Orion and the Dark (2024)
92%
8/10
“Unlike many animated films that struggle to resonate with kids and adults, director Sean Charmatz skillfully guides Kaufman’s script, striking a perfect balance that will likely surprise audiences with its delightful depth.” –
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Jan 29, 2024
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Migration (2023)
73%
6/10
“While this isn’t a resounding success, it’s a promising new direction for Illumination that families can enjoy for the simple pleasure it is.” –
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Dec 20, 2023
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Wonka (2023)
82%
7/10
“Its callback to “Pure Imagination” over the film’s ending credits also seems to work as a thematic guide throughout its runtime, and in doing so, has carved out its own sweet, delicious space for itself, which everyone can enjoy.” –
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Dec 4, 2023
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Leo (2023)
84%
4/10
“Perhaps some kids will watch “Leo” and take away some important lessons. If so, this will have been a valuable venture. Admirable goals aside, the movie just doesn’t work well enough for the life lessons to be worthwhile.” –
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Nov 20, 2023
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