At The Movies

Garfield: The Movie Runtime: 80 minutes Studio: 20th Century Fox Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Garfield Franchise Position: 1 (First live-action film adaptation) America’s favorite lazy orange cat makes his big-screen debut — full of lasagna, sarcasm, and mischief — as he tries to save his owner’s new dog from trouble. Ratings: My Rating: 6.2/10 The Dove Foundation: Approved for All Ages IMDb: 5.0/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 14% Metacritic: 27 TMDb: 5.6/10 Plot Summary: Garfield (voiced by Bill Murray) lives a pampered life with his owner Jon Arbuckle (Breckin Meyer), ruling the house with snarky charm and a love for lasagna. His routine is disrupted when Jon adopts a sweet but dim-witted dog named Odie, who quickly steals the spotlight — and Jon’s attention. When Odie is kidnapped by a greedy television host seeking fame, Garfield must leave his comfortable home to rescue the pup, discovering courage, friendship, and a little humility along the way. Critics Review: Critics were ...

Garfield: A Tale of Two Kitties Runtime: 86 minutes Studio: 20th Century Fox Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Garfield Franchise Position: 2 (Sequel to Garfield: The Movie) Garfield crosses the pond for a royal misadventure when he’s mistaken for a pampered palace cat in England. Ratings: My Rating: 6.0/10 The Dove Foundation: Approved for All Ages IMDb: 5.0/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 12% Metacritic: 37 TMDb: 5.7/10 Plot Summary: Garfield (Bill Murray) joins Jon Arbuckle (Breckin Meyer) and Liz (Jennifer Love Hewitt) on a trip to England, where he’s mistaken for Prince, a royal cat who has just inherited a castle. With identical appearances, Garfield enjoys the luxury of his new life — endless food, servants, and admiration — until he realizes that Lord Dargis (Billy Connolly), the greedy estate manager, plans to get rid of Prince to seize the property. When the real Prince returns, the two cats must team up to outsmart Dargis, save the estate, and teach him a lesson about greed an...

Born to the West AKA: Hell Town Runtime: 59 minutes Studio: Paramount Pictures Distributor: Paramount Pictures Country of Origin: United States Based on a Book: Born to the West by Zane Grey Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A A black-and-white Western film featuring John Wayne as Dare Rudd, a roguish cowhand who gets entangled in a cattle rustling scheme while trying to win the heart of his cousin's fiancée. Ratings: My Rating: 7/10 IMDb: 6.2/10 Rotten Tomatoes: Not Available Metacritic: Not Available TMDb: Not Available Plot Summary: Dare Rudd and his sidekick Dinkey Hooley arrive in Montana to visit Rudd's cousin, Tom Fillmore, a successful cattle rancher. Rudd falls for Tom's fiancée, Judy, and is persuaded to take a job as foreman for a cattle drive. However, he loses the herd's money in a poker game with a crooked gambler. Rudd and Tom must join forces to recover the money and thwart a cattle rustling plot led by the villainous Bart Hammond. Critics Revi...

Blues Brothers 2000 Runtime: 123 minutes Studio: Universal Pictures Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Blues Brothers Franchise Position: 1 Elwood Blues (Dan Aykroyd), now released from prison and without his brother Jake, embarks on a mission to reunite the band with the help of a golden-voiced bartender (John Goodman) and a precocious 10-year-old orphan (J. Evan Bonifant), all while facing numerous obstacles.  Ratings: My Rating: 5.5/10 IMDb: 4.9/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 46% (Critics), 52% (Audience) Metacritic: 46/100 TMDb: 5.2/10 Plot Summary: Upon his release from prison, Elwood Blues sets out to reunite the Blues Brothers band to fulfill a new "mission from God." Along the way, he faces challenges and forms new alliances, including with a young orphan and a talented bartender, as they work together to revive the band and confront various adversaries. Critics Review: Roger Ebert gave the film two out of four stars, noting that while the film had good music, it lacked...

The Blues Brothers Runtime: 133 minutes Studio: Universal Pictures Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Blues Brothers  Franchise Position: 1 Jake and Elwood Blues reunite their R&B band to raise $5,000 to save the Catholic orphanage where they were raised, encountering numerous obstacles along the way. Ratings: My Rating: 8.5/10 IMDb: 7.9/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 71% Metacritic: 60/100 TMDb: 7.9/10 Plot Summary: Upon Jake Blues' release from prison, he and his brother Elwood embark on a mission to save the Catholic orphanage they grew up in from foreclosure. They aim to raise $5,000 by reuniting their old rhythm and blues band for a performance. Their journey is filled with musical performances, car chases, and encounters with various adversaries, including the police and a country and western band. Critics Review: The Blues Brothers is praised as a musical comedy that is both exuberant and anarchic, with energetic performances and a unique blend of music and humor. Christia...

In Harm’s Way Runtime: 159 Age Rating: NR Release Date: April 6, 1965 Based on a Book: Harm’s Way by James Bassett Studio: Paramount Pictures A seasoned U.S. Navy officer is reassigned after a Pearl Harbor attack, seeking redemption and command in the Pacific theater. Ratings: My Rating: 7.0/10 The Dove Foundation: N/A IMDb: 7.2/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 37% (Critics), 67% (Audience) Metacritic: N/A Plot Summary: Captain Rockwell “Rock” Torrey (John Wayne) survives the Pearl Harbor attack but is demoted after his ship is sunk. Reassigned to a desk job, he navigates personal and professional challenges, including a strained relationship with his son and a romance with a Navy nurse. As the U.S. enters World War II, Torrey is given a second chance to lead a critical mission in the Pacific, aiming to prove his worth and restore his honor. Critics Review: The film received mixed reviews; some critics praised its epic scope and performances, while others found it lacking in depth. Bosley Crowther ...

Bangkok Dangerous Release Date: September 5, 2008 Age Rating: R Runtime: 100 minutes Studio: Lionsgate Films Franchise: N/A Franchise Position: N/A Tagline: "He's a hitman with a conscience." Based on a Book: N/A Ratings: My Rating: 4/10 Dove Foundation Rating: N/A IMDb Rating: 6.2/10 Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 16% (Critics), 56% (Audience) Metacritic Rating: 24/100 Plot Summary: Joe (Nicolas Cage) is a professional hitman who travels to Bangkok to complete a series of contract killings. He hires a young assistant, Kong, and begins to form unexpected bonds with him and a local woman, Fon. As Joe struggles with his conscience and attempts to escape the cycle of violence, his past catches up to him, leading to a violent and tragic conclusion. Critics Review: "Bangkok Dangerous" received generally unfavorable reviews from critics. The film holds a 16% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a Metacritic score of 24/100. Critics cited its uneven pacing, weak character developmen...

The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again Release Year: 1979 Runtime: 88 minutes Age Rating: G Studio: Walt Disney Productions Franchise: The Apple Dumpling Gang Franchise Position: 2 (sequel) Tagline: More mischief. More mayhem. Same lovable bunglers! Trailer link:   Cast link:  Ratings My Rating: 6.5/10 Dove Foundation Rating: Approved for All Ages — family-friendly comedy with mild slapstick and a humorous cross-dressing scene IMDb Rating: 5.8/10 Rotten Tomatoes : 53% Metacritic: No score available Plot Summary Amos and Theodore, hoping to reform, arrive in Junction City only to be mistaken for bank robbers and pursued by Marshal Woolly Bill Hitchcock. After fleeing to Fort Concho, they accidentally burn down the fort and are jailed. They become involved in a train robbery plot but inadvertently foil the criminals, earning a pardon and a chance at a fresh start. Critics Review Critics had mixed reactions. Some praised the comedic talents of Tim Conway and Don Knotts, while other...

Movie Title: 3 Godfathers Runtime: 95 minutes MPAA: NR Studio: MGM Franchise Name: None Franchise Position: N/A Tagline: Three outlaws. One promise. A miracle in the desert. Trailer: No official trailer available, but clips and full versions can be found on classic film platforms. Ratings My Rating: — 7.5/10 The Dove Foundation : 4/5 —  IMDb : 7.3/10 —  Rotten Tomatoes : 91% —  Metacritic: — N/A Full Cast List John Wayne – Bob Hightower Pedro Armendáriz – Pancho Rodrigues Harry Carey Jr. – Doc Spread Mildred Natwick – Martha Victor Kilian – The Preacher Harry Davenport – Old Man Guinn Williams – Sheriff Grant Withers – Banker Fred Aldrich – Henchman Mary Field – Mrs. Loomis Plot Summary In this classic Western, three outlaws on the run from the law find themselves caring for a newborn baby whose mother dies in childbirth. As they journey across the desert, they strive to fulfill a promise to deliver the child safely to its godfather. The film explores themes of redemption...

The Muppets (2011), PG, 1h 42m Franchise Position: 4th major Muppet theatrical film Tagline: "The Muppets are back!" Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JBD5bFmiFe0 Full Cast Jason Segel – Gary Amy Adams – Mary Chris Cooper – Tex Richman Jim Parsons – Walter Steve Whitmire – Kermit the Frog, Rizzo the Rat, Beaker Eric Jacobson – Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Animal Dave Goelz – Gonzo, Dr. Bunsen Honeydew, Zoot Bill Barretta – Rowlf the Dog, The Swedish Chef, Pepe the King Prawn Frank Oz – Sam Eagle, Statler, Waldorf Rashida Jones – Becky (cameo) Ratings  My Rating: 9/10 The Dove Foundation: Approved for All Ages – https://dove.org/review/9311-the-muppets-2011/ IMDb: 7.7/10 – https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1412386/ Rotten Tomatoes: 95% – https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_muppets_2011 Metacritic: 75 – https://www.metacritic.com/movie/the-muppets Plot Summary Gary and Mary, two huge Muppet fans, discover an evil oil tycoon plans to demolish the Muppet Theater. They find Kermit ...

Spider-Man 3 (2007), PG-13, 2 hr 19 min Franchise: Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man Trilogy Franchise Position: #3 Studio: Sony Pictures / Columbia Pictures Tagline: The battle within. --- Trailer --- Main Cast Tobey Maguire – Peter Parker / Spider-Man Kirsten Dunst – Mary Jane Watson James Franco – Harry Osborn / New Goblin Thomas Haden Church – Flint Marko / Sandman Topher Grace – Eddie Brock / Venom Bryce Dallas Howard – Gwen Stacy Rosemary Harris – Aunt May J.K. Simmons – J. Jonah Jameson James Cromwell – Captain George Stacy Elizabeth Banks – Betty Brant Bill Nunn – Joseph "Robbie" Robertson Theresa Russell – Emma Marko (Flint Marko’s wife) Perla Haney-Jardine – Penny Marko (Flint Marko’s daughter) Dylan Baker – Dr. Curt Connors Elya Baskin – Mr. Ditkovich Mageina Tovah – Ursula Ditkovich Cliff Robertson – Uncle Ben (flashback and vision) Bruce Campbell – Maître d' (at the French restaurant) Joe Manganiello – Flash Thompson (cameo at Harry’s funeral) Lucy Gordon – Jennifer Dug...

Spider-Man 2 (2004), PG-13, 2 hr 7 min Franchise: Spider-Man (Tobey Maguire) Franchise Position 2 Tagline: Theres a hero in all of us Trailer link:  Main Cast Tobey Maguire – Peter Parker / Spider-Man Kirsten Dunst – Mary Jane Watson Alfred Molina – Dr. Otto Octavius / Doctor Octopus James Franco – Harry Osborn Rosemary Harris – Aunt May J.K. Simmons – J. Jonah Jameson Donna Murphy – Rosalie "Rosie" Octavius Daniel Gillies – John Jameson Dylan Baker – Dr. Curt Connors Bill Nunn – Joseph "Robbie" Robertson Vanessa Ferlito – Louise (Mary Jane's friend) Gregg Edelman – Dr. Davis (MJ’s fiancé's father) Elya Baskin – Mr. Ditkovich (Peter’s landlord) Mageina Tovah – Ursula Ditkovich (Mr. Ditkovich’s daughter) Cliff Robertson – Uncle Ben (in a dream/vision) Emily Deschanel – Receptionist (at hospital) Joël McHale – Mr. Jacks (bank manager) Bruce Campbell – Snooty Usher (at the theater) Phil LaMarr – Train Passenger Hal Sparks – Elevator Passenger Aasif Mandvi – Mr....

War for the Planet of the Apes (2017), PG-13, 2 hr 20 min Franchise: Planet of the Apes Franchise Position #9 Movie Tagline: “For freedom. For family. For the planet.” --- Trailer   --- Main Cast Andy Serkis – Caesar Woody Harrelson – The Colonel Steve Zahn – Bad Ape Amiah Miller – Nova Karin Konoval – Maurice Terry Notary – Rocket Ty Olsson – Red Michael Adamthwaite – Luca Judy Greer – Cornelia Sara Canning – Lake --- Reviews Critics Ratings My Rating: 9.5/10 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb : 7.4/10 Rotten Tomatoes : 94% Metacritic : 82/100 --- Plot Summary In this gripping conclusion to the Caesar trilogy, the war between apes and humans reaches its peak. After suffering a devastating personal loss at the hands of a ruthless military leader known as The Colonel, Caesar embarks on a quest for justice. Struggling between his desire for vengeance and his responsibility as a leader, Caesar must lead his people to safety while facing the darkest challenges of his life. What follow...

Battle for the Planet of the Apes (1973), G, 1 hr 33 min Franchise: Planet of the Apes Franchise Position #5 Movie Tagline: “The final chapter in the incredible Apes saga.” --- Trailer   --- Main Cast Roddy McDowall – Caesar Claude Akins – General Aldo Natalie Trundy – Lisa Severn Darden – Kolp Lew Ayres – Mandemus Paul Williams – Virgil Austin Stoker – MacDonald Noah Keen – Teacher France Nuyen – Alma Richard Eastham – Mutant Captain --- Reviews Critics Ratings My Rating: 7/10 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb : 5.4/10 Rotten Tomatoes : 38% Metacritic : 40/100 --- Plot Summary Set years after the ape revolution, Battle for the Planet of the Apes follows Caesar as he struggles to maintain peace in a fragile new society where apes and humans coexist. When remnants of the human military resurface from beneath the ruins of the old cities, tensions rise. Meanwhile, internal conflict brews as the militant gorilla General Aldo seeks power. Caesar must navigate political, ethical, and m...

Man of La Mancha (1972), PG, 2 hr 12 min Franchise #1 “The impossible dream lives on.” --- Trailer   --- Main Cast Peter O'Toole – Don Quixote / Miguel de Cervantes Sophia Loren – Aldonza / Dulcinea James Coco – Sancho Panza Harry Andrews – The Governor / The Innkeeper Ian Richardson – The Padre Rosalie Crutchley – The Housekeeper Brian Blessed – Pedro John Castle – Dr. Carrasco / The Duke Julie Gregg – Antonia Gino Conforti – Barber --- Reviews Critics Ratings My Rating: 7/10 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb : 6.5/10  Rotten Tomatoes : 56%  Metacritic : 48/100 --- Plot Summary Man of La Mancha is a musical fantasy rooted in the life and imagination of Miguel de Cervantes. Imprisoned during the Spanish Inquisition, Cervantes must defend himself before his fellow prisoners by performing his tale of Don Quixote, the deluded but noble knight who sets out to restore chivalry and honor in a world plagued by cruelty and despair. As Cervantes becomes Quixote, the prison becom...

Batman vs. Robin (2015), PG-13, 1 hr 20 min Franchise #: DC Universe Animated Original Movies, #24 (Sequel to Son of Batman) Tagline: "The battle for the soul of Gotham begins." Trailer   --- Main Cast Jason O’Mara as Bruce Wayne / Batman Stuart Allan as Damian Wayne / Robin Jeremy Sisto as Talon David McCallum as Alfred Pennyworth Sean Maher as Nightwing / Dick Grayson Grey DeLisle as Samantha Robin Atkin Downes as Grandmaster Kevin Conroy as Thomas Wayne (cameo flashback) Troy Baker as The Court of Owls member Weird Al Yankovic as Dollmaker --- Reviews My Rating 7/10 Dove Foundation Not rated  IMDb 7.0/10  Rotten Tomatoes 100% (audience, limited critics)  Metacritic Not listed --- Plot Summary Tension grows between Batman and his son Damian (Robin), who struggles to adhere to Bruce's moral code. When the ancient secret society known as the Court of Owls attempts to recruit Damian, offering him power and purpose, he’s torn between loyalty to his father and a sedu...

Batman & Mr. Freeze: Sub-Zero (1998), PG, 1 hr 7 min Franchise #: DC Animated Universe (DCAU), Feature #2 after Batman: Mask of the Phantasm Tagline: “In the cold of vengeance, only love can thaw a frozen heart.” Trailer --- Main Cast (Voice Actors and Roles) Kevin Conroy – Bruce Wayne / Batman Michael Ansara – Victor Fries / Mr. Freeze Loren Lester – Dick Grayson / Robin Mary Kay Bergman – Barbara Gordon / Batgirl Efrem Zimbalist Jr. – Alfred Pennyworth Bob Hastings – Commissioner James Gordon Robert Costanzo – Detective Harvey Bullock George Dzundza – Dr. Gregory Belson Marilu Henner – Veronica Vreeland Mari Devon – Summer Gleeson Liane Schirmer – Renee Montoya Rahi Azizi – Koonak --- Reviews My Rating 7/10 Dove Foundation N/A (not rated)  IMDb 7.2/10  Rotten Tomatoes 92%  Metacritic Not listed  --- Plot Summary When a tragic accident destroys his Arctic sanctuary, Mr. Freeze is driven to desperation to save the life of his cryogenically frozen wife, Nora. ...

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989), PG‑13, 2 h 6 min Studio: Lucasfilm / Paramount Pictures Franchise: Indiana Jones Film Series – Entry #3 of 5 Tagline: The search for Dad just got personal. Trailer --- 🎬 Main Cast Harrison Ford – Dr. Henry “Indiana” Jones Jr Sean Connery – Professor Henry Jones Sr. Alison Doody – Dr. Elsa Schneider Denholm Elliott – Marcus Brody John Rhys-Davies – Sallah Julian Glover – Walter Donovan River Phoenix – Young Indy (“Young Indiana Jones”) Michael Byrne – Ernst Vogel Alexei Sayle – Kazim Vic Tablian – Barranca / Monkey Man --- ⭐ Reviews My Rating: 9/10 The Dove Foundation : Approved (mild violence, mild language, implied romance)  IMDb : 8.2/10  Rotten Tomatoes : 88% critics –  (avg rating ~8.0/10)  Metacritic : 65/100   (“generally favorable”)  --- 📖 Plot Summary In 1938, Indiana Jones embarks on his third globe-trotting adventure—to find the Holy Grail and rescue his father, missing after chasing the same artif...

Green Lantern (2011), PG‑13, 1 hr 45 min  (114 min theatrical / 123 min extended) Studio: Warner Bros. / De Line Pictures / DC Entertainment Franchise: Standalone  (intended as launching point for DC cinematic universe) Tagline: One of us… becomes one of them. Trailer Link --- 🎬 Main Cast Ryan Reynolds – Hal Jordan / Green Lantern Blake Lively – Carol Ferris Peter Sarsgaard – Hector Hammond Mark Strong – Thaal Sinestro Tim Robbins – Senator Robert Hammond Angela Bassett – Dr. Amanda Waller Temuera Morrison – Abin Sur Taika Waititi – Thomas Kalmaku Geoffrey Rush – Voice of Tomar-Re Mike Doyle – Jack Jordan Gattlin Griffith – Young Hal Jordan Jay O. Sanders – Carl Ferris Nick Jandl – Jim Jordan --- ⭐ Reviews Critics Ratings My Rating: 6/10 The Dove Foundation: No family-approved seal; contains moderate language, sexual innuendo, drinking, fantasy violence (Faith 0 Integrity moderate)  IMDb : ~6.0/10  Rotten Tomatoes : 25% critics Metacritic : 39/100 from critics ...

Unplanned (2019), R, 1 hr 46 min Studio: Soli Deo Gloria / Pure Flix Entertainment Franchise: Standalone (Franchise #1 of 1) Tagline: One decision changed everything. Trailer Link --- 🎬 Main Cast Ashley Bratcher – Abby Johnson Brooks Ryan – Doug Johnson (Abby’s husband) Robia Scott – Cheryl (Planned Parenthood director) Jared Lotz – Shawn Carney (Coalition for Life leader) Emma Elle Roberts – Marilisa Robin DeMarco – Kathleen Robert Thomason – Mike Tina Toner – Renee Maura Corsini – Megan Lezl Gonzales – Taylor Kaiser Johnson – Jeff Stacey Bradshaw – Karen Daryl C. Lefever – Troy Chuck Konzelman – Pastor Cary Solomon – Pastor --- ⭐ Reviews Critics Ratings My Rating: 8/10 The Dove Foundation : Approved for 18+ IMDb : 6.0/10  Rotten Tomatoes : 42% critics, 91% audience Metacritic : 13/100 --- 📖 Plot Summary Unplanned is based on the true story of Abby Johnson, a former Planned Parenthood clinic director who experiences a dramatic transformation after witnessing an abortion via ultr...