At The Movies

Horton Hatches the Egg Runtime: 8 minutes Studio: Warner Bros. Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A Based on: Horton Hatches the Egg book by Dr. Seuss Horton the elephant faithfully sits on an egg for an absent mother bird, enduring numerous trials while demonstrating loyalty, patience, and perseverance. Ratings: My Rating: 7.2/10 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb: 7.2/10 Rotten Tomatoes: N/A Metacritic: N/A TMDb: 7.1/10 Plot Summary: When Mayzie, a lazy bird, abandons her egg, Horton takes it upon himself to care for it. Despite harsh weather, teasing by other animals, and many dangers, Horton remains committed to the egg. Eventually, his steadfastness is rewarded, showing that dedication and loyalty overcome adversity. Critics Review: The short was praised for its animation quality, humor, and faithful adaptation of Seuss’s whimsical style. Though brief, it remains a charming classic of early 1940s animation. Christian Perspective: The stor...

Bicentennial Man Based on a Book: The Bicentennial Man and Other Stories, by Isaac Asimov Runtime: 126 minutes Studio: Touchstone Pictures Country of Origin: United States Franchise: N/A Franchise Position: N/A A sci-fi drama following a robot who gradually acquires human characteristics and struggles with identity, love, and mortality over two centuries. Ratings: My Rating: 6.9/10 The Dove Foundation: PG IMDb: 6.8/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 47% (Critics), 62% (Audience) Metacritic: 45/100 TMDb: 7.0/10 Plot Summary: In the 22nd century, the Martin family purchases a domestic robot named Andrew. Over time, Andrew demonstrates creativity, emotions, and independent thought, eventually seeking legal recognition as a human. The story spans 200 years, exploring themes of humanity, mortality, ethics, and the meaning of life. Critics Review: Critics had mixed reactions, praising Robin Williams’ performance and the emotional depth of the story but criticizing the film’s sentimentality and pacing. Audi...

Flight of the Intruder Runtime: 115 Age Rating: PG-13 Release Date: January 18, 1991 Based on a Book: Flight of the Intruder by Stephen Coonts Studio: Paramount Pictures Franchise: N/A Franchise Position: N/A During the Vietnam War, a U.S. Navy A-6 Intruder bomber pilot schemes with a hardened veteran to make an unauthorized air strike on Hanoi. Ratings: My Rating: 5.8/10 The Dove Foundation: N/A IMDb: 5.8/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 23% (Critics), 51% (Audience) Metacritic: N/A Plot Summary: Set during the Vietnam War, the film follows Lt. Jake Grafton, a U.S. Navy A-6 Intruder bomber pilot, who becomes disillusioned with the constraints placed on his missions. He teams up with a seasoned veteran, Lt. Cmdr. Virgil Cole, to plan an unauthorized airstrike on Hanoi. Their decision leads to internal conflicts and challenges as they confront the realities of war and military regulations. Critics Review: The film received mixed to negative reviews. Critics pointed out inconsistencies in the plot an...