At The Movies

Superman Runtime: 129 minutes Age Rating: PG-13 Release Date: July 11, 2025 Studio: DC Studios Franchise: DC Universe (DCU) Franchise Position: 1 "Look up." Ratings: My Rating: 7.5/10 The Dove Foundation: PG IMDb: 7.4/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 83% (Critics), 91% (Audience) Metacritic: 64/100 Plot Summary: Superman (2025) follows Clark Kent (David Corenswet), a reporter in Metropolis, as he grapples with his Kryptonian heritage and his role as Earth's protector. When tech billionaire Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult) manipulates global conflicts to undermine Superman's reputation, Clark must restore public trust with the help of Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan) and his loyal companion, Krypto the Superdog. The film explores themes of identity, justice, and the challenges of heroism in a complex world. Personal Review: The new Superman movie is a great throwback to the Christopher Reeve days, bringing back that classic, hopeful vibe that made Superman so inspiring. It’s a nice break fr...

DC League of Super-Pets Release Year: 2022 Runtime: 106 minutes Age Rating: PG Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures, Warner Bros. Animation, DC Entertainment Franchise: DC Universe Franchise Position: Standalone (NOT a sequel) Tagline: Heroes come in all shapes and sizes. Trailer link:  Cast link :  Ratings My Rating: 7.2/10 Dove Foundation Rating: Approved for all ages —  IMDb Rating: 6.3/10  Rotten Tomatoes : 87%  Metacritic : 65  Plot Summary When Superman and the Justice League are captured, Krypto the Superdog and a team of shelter pets with newfound superpowers team up to save the day. The animated adventure showcases friendship, courage, and the unexpected heroism of animals, blending humor with action-packed sequences in the DC universe. Critics Review Critics praised DC League of Super-Pets for its family-friendly humor, vibrant animation, and heartwarming story. The voice performances, especially Dwayne Johnson as Krypto and Kevin Hart as Ace the Bat-H...

Critical Review   The new Superman movie is a great throwback to the Christopher Reeve days, bringing back that classic, hopeful vibe that made Superman so inspiring. It’s a nice break from the darker, more serious versions we’ve seen lately. This one reminds us why Superman stands for truth and justice. One cool thing about this movie is how it shows Superman as more human. He’s still pretty new to being a hero—only about three years in—so he has doubts and struggles figuring things out. That makes him feel real and relatable. Even with those challenges, he rises to the occasion, which makes his victories feel well-earned. The movie nails Superman’s kindness and the way he tries to balance his huge powers with humility and compassion. The visuals are bright and fun without feeling outdated, and the story focuses on character as much as action. My biggest disappointment was how they portrayed Superman’s Kryptonian parents, Jor-El and Lara. In past versions, they’ve always been show...