At The Movies

Dumbo Runtime: 112 minutes Age Rating: PG Release Date: March 29, 2019 Studio: Walt Disney Pictures Franchise: Live-Action Remakes Franchise Position: 1st A young elephant with oversized ears is discovered by a struggling circus, leading to a series of events that challenge the characters' perceptions of family and ambition. Ratings: My Rating: 6.5/10 The Dove Foundation: N/A IMDb: 6.3/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 47% (Critics), 51% (Audience) Metacritic: 51/100 Plot Summary: Set in 1919, the film follows Holt Farrier, a former circus star who returns home to care for his children and an elephant named Dumbo. Dumbo's ability to fly captivates audiences, leading to the circus's revival. However, the discovery of a larger-than-life entertainment empire, Dreamland, threatens Dumbo's future. The story delves into themes of exploitation, family bonds, and the pursuit of dreams. Critics Review: While the film's visual effects and Tim Burton's direction were praised, critics fe...

Dumbo Runtime: 64 minutes Age Rating: G Release Date: October 23, 1941 Studio: Walt Disney Productions Franchise: Disney Animated Classics Franchise Position: 4th A young circus elephant with oversized ears is ridiculed until he discovers he can use them to fly, leading to newfound fame and acceptance. Ratings: My Rating: 7.8/10 The Dove Foundation: N/A IMDb: 7.2/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 98% (Critics), 81% (Audience) Metacritic: 85/100 Plot Summary: Dumbo, a baby elephant born with enormous ears, is separated from his mother and placed in a circus. Initially mocked and isolated, he befriends a mouse named Timothy who believes in his potential. Dumbo's ability to fly is discovered when he uses his ears as wings, turning him into the circus's star attraction. The film explores themes of self-acceptance, friendship, and perseverance. Critics Review: Critics have lauded Dumbo for its simplicity and emotional depth. The film's concise runtime and heartfelt storytelling have made it a...

Octopussy (1983), PG, 2 hr 11 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 13 (Release Order: Thirteenth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: James Bond’s all time high. Main Cast Roger Moore as James Bond Maud Adams as Octopussy Louis Jourdan as Kamal Khan Kristina Wayborn as Magda Kabir Bedi as Gobinda Steven Berkoff as General Orlov Robert Brown as M Desmond Llewelyn as Q Lois Maxwell as Miss Moneypenny Walter Gotell as General Gogol Vijay Amritraj as Vijay Reviews Synopsis Bond uncovers a smuggling operation that leads him to a mysterious woman named Octopussy, who runs a circus troupe. But what starts as stolen jewels turns into a nuclear plot by a rogue Soviet general. Cue trains, tigers, and Bond in a clown suit as he races to stop World War III. Overview Octopussy is one of the more eccentric Bond films, mixing Cold War tension with circus intrigue and exotic Indian locales. Roger Moore is firmly in the comedic-action groove here. It’s over-the-top in part...