At The Movies

First Kid Age Rating: PG Runtime: 101 minutes Studio: Walt Disney Pictures Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A A family comedy about responsibility, friendship, and growing up under pressure—set inside the White House. Ratings: My Rating: 5.4/10 The Dove Foundation: Approved (Family-Friendly) IMDb: 5.2/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 8% Metacritic: N/A TMDb: 5.7/10 Plot Summary: First Kid stars Sinbad as Sam Simms, a Secret Service agent assigned to protect the President’s rebellious teenage son, Luke Davenport. Initially dismissed as inexperienced and unqualified, Sam struggles to connect with Luke, who feels isolated and resentful of the restrictions placed on him as the First Son. Over time, Sam gains Luke’s trust by offering guidance, discipline, and friendship. When Luke becomes entangled in trouble with a manipulative classmate and a false accusation involving stolen exam answers, Sam stands by him, helping him face consequences and grow in characte...

Title: 1984 Age Rating: R Runtime: 115 minutes Studio: Orion Pictures Country of Origin: United Kingdom Based on: 1984 by George Orwell A chilling dystopian adaptation of George Orwell’s classic novel, depicting a totalitarian society ruled by Big Brother where surveillance, censorship, and thought control dominate everyday life. Ratings: My Rating: 8.0/10 The Dove Foundation: R IMDb: 7.2/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 7.8/10 Metacritic: 73/100 TMDb: 8.0/10 Plot Summary: Set in Airstrip One, formerly Britain, the story follows Winston Smith, a man living under the oppressive rule of Big Brother and the Party. Winston works at the Ministry of Truth, rewriting history to conform to Party propaganda. Struggling to maintain his individuality and morality, he begins a forbidden love affair with Julia, an act of rebellion that ultimately exposes him to the Party’s brutal control mechanisms. Critics Review: The film was praised for its faithful adaptation of Orwell’s novel and its visual representation ...

The American President Runtime: 114 Age Rating: PG-13 Release Date: November 17, 1995 Studio: Castle Rock Entertainment, Warner Bros. Pictures A widowed U.S. President running for reelection and an environmental lobbyist fall in love. Sparks fly as politics and romance collide. Ratings: My Rating: 8.0/10 The Dove Foundation: N/A IMDb: 6.8/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 91% (Critics), 89% (Audience) Metacritic: 68/100 Plot Summary: President Andrew Shepherd is nearing the end of his first term and is a widower. He begins a relationship with environmental lobbyist Sydney Ellen Wade, which becomes public. As the election approaches, Shepherd must navigate the complexities of love and politics. Critics Review: The film received positive reviews for its charming romantic comedy with political insight. Critics praised the performances of Michael Douglas and Annette Bening, as well as Rob Reiner’s direction. Christian Perspective: The film explores themes of integrity, public service, and personal sacri...

AmeriGeddon Runtime: 90 minutes Rating: PG-13 (Sequences of Violence) Release Date: May 13, 2016 Studio: Forewarned LLC Franchise: None Franchise Position: Standalone Tagline: “You were warned.” Ratings My Rating: 4/10 IMDb: 3.8/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 55% Audience Score Metacritic: Not Available Dove Foundation: Not Rated Plot Summary AmeriGeddon is a dystopian action film set in a near-future America where a globalist elite, in collaboration with the United Nations, disables the U.S. power grid through an electromagnetic pulse (EMP) attack. This catastrophic event plunges the nation into chaos, leading to the declaration of martial law. The story follows a family of patriots who, after witnessing the betrayal of their country, take up arms to resist the foreign occupation and fight for their freedom. The film portrays themes of government overreach, loss of sovereignty, and the resilience of the American spirit. Critics Review Critics have largely panned AmeriGeddon, citing its heavy-han...

All the President’s Men Release Year: 1976 Runtime: 138 minutes Age Rating: PG Studio: Wildwood Enterprises / Warner Bros. Pictures Franchise: Standalone s Franchise Position: Original, first cinematic entry Tagline: The most devastating detective story of this century. Trailer link :  Cast link:  Ratings My Rating: 8.5/10 Dove Foundation Rating: All Ages — encourages integrity and courage amid some language, smoking, and tension.  IMDb Rating : 7.8/10  Rotten Tomatoes: 94%  Metacritic: 84/100  Plot Summary Bob Woodward (Robert Redford) and Carl Bernstein (Dustin Hoffman), journalists at The Washington Post, investigate a seemingly minor burglary at the Democratic National Committee. Their relentless pursuit uncovers a network of corruption reaching the highest levels of government. Guided by the secretive informant Deep Throat (Hal Holbrook), they unravel the Watergate scandal that ultimately leads to President Nixon’s resignation.  Critics Reviews...

Air Force One Runtime: 124 minutes Rating: R Studio: Columbia Pictures, Beacon Pictures, Radiant Productions, Touchstone Pictures Franchise: None Franchise Position: N/A Tagline: “Harrison Ford is the President of the United States — and he’s not negotiating.” Trailer link Cast link Ratings My Rating: 8.5/10 IMDb Rating: 6.5/10  Rotten Tomatoes : 79% Metacritic : 62  Plot Summary President James Marshall (Harrison Ford) has just delivered a bold anti-terrorism speech in Moscow. As he boards Air Force One with his family and staff, the aircraft is infiltrated and hijacked by terrorists disguised as journalists. Led by Ivan Korshunov (Gary Oldman), they demand the release of a ruthless imprisoned dictator. Marshall fakes his escape using the plane’s secret escape pod, then secretly moves about the aircraft, launching a one-man campaign to retake control. Vice President Kathryn Bennett (Glenn Close) coordinates the response from Washington, calling for public prayers as the cris...

Dr. Zhivago (1965), Approved, 3 hr 17 min “Turbulent passions... against the sweep of history.” --- Trailer --- Main Cast Omar Sharif – Dr. Yuri Zhivago Julie Christie – Lara Antipova Geraldine Chaplin – Tonya Gromeko Rod Steiger – Viktor Komarovsky Alec Guinness – Gen. Yevgraf Zhivago Tom Courtenay – Pasha Antipov / Strelnikov Ralph Richardson – Alexander Gromeko Siobhán McKenna – Anna Gromeko Rita Tushingham – The Girl Jeffrey Rockland – Sasha Zhivago --- Reviews Critics Ratings My Rating: 9/10 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb : 8.0/10 Rotten Tomatoes : 85%  Metacritic : 69/100 --- Plot Summary Dr. Zhivago follows the life of Yuri Zhivago, a physician and poet caught between the turmoil of the Russian Revolution and the shifting tides of love and loyalty. Married to the kind and noble Tonya, Zhivago falls deeply in love with Lara, a passionate and mysterious woman who is also linked to his life through political and personal tragedy. As war, revolution, and loss shape the worl...

Krypton (2018–2019), TV‑14, 19 hr 44 min Studio: Syfy / Phantom Four Films / DC Entertainment Franchise: Superman Prequel Series  (Franchise #1 of 2; canceled after Season 2) Tagline: The origin before the origin. Trailer Link  --- 🎭 Main Cast Cameron Cuffe – Seg‑El (Superman’s grandfather) Georgina Campbell – Lyta‑Zod (Kandorian military Primus) Shaun Sipos – Adam Strange (time‑traveler from Earth) Elliot Cowan – Daron‑Vex (chief magistrate of Kandor) Ann Ogbomo – Jayna‑Zod (military leader, Lyta’s mother) Aaron Pierre – Dev‑Em (military officer, Lyta’s fiancé) Rasmus Hardiker – Kem (Seg’s best friend, bar owner) Wallis Day – Nyssa‑Vex (young magistrate, Seg’s arranged betrothed) Blake Ritson – Brainiac / Voice of Rao Ian McElhinney – Val‑El (Seg’s visionary grandfather) Colin Salmon – General Dru‑Zod (future dictator) Hannah Waddingham – Jax‑Ur (Black Zero leader, season 2)   --- ⭐ Reviews Critics Ratings My Rating: 7/10 The Dove Foundation: Not reviewed IMDb : 6....

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice Year: 2016 Franchise: DC Extended Universe (DCEU) Franchise #: 2 MPAA Rating: PG-13 Total Runtime: 151 minutes (Theatrical) / 183 minutes (Ultimate Edition) Tagline: “Who will win?” / “Justice or vengeance?” Main Cast Ben Affleck as Bruce Wayne / Batman Henry Cavill as Clark Kent / Superman Gal Gadot as Diana Prince / Wonder Woman Amy Adams as Lois Lane Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor Jeremy Irons as Alfred Pennyworth Holly Hunter as Senator Finch Diane Lane as Martha Kent Laurence Fishburne as Perry White Reviews Synopsis: This is where Batman and Superman collide—literally. Bruce Wayne sees Superman as a dangerous alien threat after the destruction in Man of Steel. Meanwhile, Superman questions Batman’s brutal vigilante tactics. Their conflict is manipulated by Lex Luthor, who creates a monstrous enemy that forces the heroes (and Wonder Woman!) to unite. The stakes? Nothing less than the fate of the world. Overview: This film is dark, intense, and phi...

Title : Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country Year : 1991 Franchise : Star Trek Franchise #: 6 MPAA Rating / TV Parental Guidelines MPAA Rating : PG TV Parental Guidelines : TV-PG Total Runtime 113 minutes (1 hour, 53 minutes) Tagline “The battle for peace has begun.” Main Cast William Shatner – Captain James T. Kirk Leonard Nimoy – Spock DeForest Kelley – Dr. Leonard “Bones” McCoy James Doohan – Scotty George Takei – Captain Hikaru Sulu Walter Koenig – Chekov Nichelle Nichols – Uhura Christopher Plummer – General Chang David Warner – Chancellor Gorkon Kim Cattrall – Lieutenant Valeris Brock Peters – Admiral Cartwright Michael Dorn – Colonel Worf Grace Lee Whitney – Janice Rand Mark Lenard – Ambassador Sarek Charles Cooper – Klingon Ambassador Reviews Overview The Undiscovered Country is widely considered one of the best entries in the original Star Trek film series. It’s part space thriller, part courtroom drama, and part political allegory. The story centers on peace negotiations b...