Kubo and the Two Strings (2016)
“If you must blink, do it now.” From the onset, Kubo and the Two Strings uses the above quote to command our immediate attention, and by the time it’s through we’re left […]
Category Archives: Animation
Life, Animated (2016)
“All of a sudden, at 3 years-old, Owen vanishes.” We all want to be understood. That doesn’t necessarily mean we agree on every topic, let alone very many at all. […]
Sausage Party (2016)
“He’s flawed, as are we all.” Well, Sausage Party certainly is insanely ambitious, as well as deserving of a harsh reproach. It asks not if walls could talk, but if the food […]
The Secret Life of Pets (2016)
“I’ve got a bad situation.” When it comes to animated movies, or even just family friendly flicks appealing mostly to children, I find myself saying the same thing over and […]
Finding Dory (2016)
“The best things happen by chance.” Finding Dory is the identical twin to Finding Nemo, the film equivalent of the Parent Trap sisters. While inherently different in personality, they’re both incredibly similar in most respects, at […]
The Jungle Book (2016)
“If it’s meant to be, it will be.” Arguably the most relatable aspect of family films – since their primordial beginning – is the exploration into the importance of community […]
The Top 50 Films of 2015
Now that the 2015 calendar is long since in the rearview, I’ve been able to catch up on the rest of my extensive must-see list for the year. Granted, although […]
Zootopia (2016)
“Anyone can be anything.” Not enough movies try to be socially relevant. Even less do it in a way that doesn’t come across as grating or forceful. Surprisingly though, Zootopia feels purposefully […]
The 2016 Academy Awards: Predictions and Thoughts
It’s important to know while watching the Oscars that the nominees and the winners don’t necessarily represent the best of 2015. In fact, as I finish my Top 50 list […]
Kung Fu Panda 3 (2016)
“You must take the next step on your journey, from warrior to teacher.” Kung Fu Panda 3 passes the lifeguard exam, retreading familiar territory for an hour and a half or […]
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