At The Movies

Heavy Metal 2000 Runtime: 88 minutes Studio: Columbia TriStar Home Video Country of Origin: Canada Franchise: Heavy Metal Franchise Position: 2 An animated science fiction sequel combining futuristic adventure, vengeance, and interplanetary chaos — darker, louder, and more violent than the original. Ratings: My Rating: 5.5/10 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated (contains explicit adult content and strong violence) IMDb: 5.3/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 17% Metacritic: 35 TMDb: 5.3/10 Plot Summary: Heavy Metal 2000 follows Julie, a tough space miner whose peaceful life is shattered when a crazed prospector named Tyler discovers a mysterious crystal that grants immortality but drives its wielder insane. After Tyler massacres Julie’s colony and kidnaps her sister, Julie embarks on a relentless mission of vengeance across the galaxy. Her pursuit leads her through alien worlds, deadly battles, and moral corruption as the crystal’s power threatens to destroy everything. The story culminates in a climactic...

Invisible Man’s Revenge Runtime: 67 minutes Studio: Universal Pictures Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Monster Franchise Position: 6 A deranged man uses invisibility to exact revenge on those who wronged him, leading to murder, mayhem, and terror. Ratings: My Rating: 5.7 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb: 5.7 Rotten Tomatoes: 46% Metacritic: N/A TMDb: 5.8 Plot Summary: Graves, a former convict, inherits the secret formula for invisibility and sets out to punish the people who framed him. Using his newfound power, he executes a series of cunning schemes, creating confusion and fear while remaining unseen. As bodies begin to pile up, authorities and his intended victims struggle to understand and stop the invisible menace. The climax sees Graves confronted with his own downfall as his obsession with revenge consumes him completely. Critics Review: Critics note that Invisible Man’s Revenge is a darker, more suspense-driven entry in the Invisible Man series. While the plot is...

The Wolverine (2013), PG-13, 2 hr 7 min Franchise: X-Men Series Franchise Position: #5 Studio: 20th Century Fox / Marvel Entertainment Tagline: No one can hide from the past. --- Trailer Link --- Full Cast List Hugh Jackman – Logan / Wolverine Tao Okamoto – Mariko Yashida Rila Fukushima – Yukio Hiroyuki Sanada – Shingen Yashida Will Yun Lee – Kenuichio Harada / Silver Samurai Hal Yamanouchi – Ichiro Yashida Brian Tee – Noburo Mori Svetlana Khodchenkova – Viper Famke Janssen – Jean Grey (cameo) Stephen Merchant – Dr. Abraham Cornelius Kelly Hu – Dr. Green Ken Yamamura – Yakuza #1 Jin Akanishi – Noburo Mori (voice) Will Yun Lee – Kenuichio Harada / Silver Samurai --- Reviews My Rating: 7.5/10 The Dove Foundation: Not Family Approved IMDb : 6.7/10  Rotten Tomatoes : 71%  Metacritic : 61/100  --- Plot Summary Logan travels to Japan to fulfill a promise made decades earlier to a dying friend. He finds himself drawn into a complex conflict involving the Yakuza, the powerful Yas...

X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009), PG-13, 1 hr 47 min Franchise: X-Men Series Franchise Position: #4 Studio: 20th Century Fox / Marvel Entertainment Tagline: You can’t control what you are. --- Trailer Link --- Cast List Hugh Jackman – Logan / Wolverine Liev Schreiber – Victor Creed / Sabretooth Taylor Kitsch – Remy LeBeau / Gambit Danny Huston – William Stryker Will.i.am – John Wraith Dominic Monaghan – Chris Bradley / Bolt Kevin Durand – Fred Dukes / The Blob Ryan Reynolds – Wade Wilson / Deadpool Daniel Henney – Agent Zero Scott Adkins – Weapon XI Stanley Anderson – Colonel David Hayter – David Richard Brake – Trask Krista Bridges – Mrs. Creed Taylor Anne Reid – Kayla Jared Keeso – Dog Logan Shawn Roberts – Young William Stryker Daniel Magder – Young Logan Aaron Jeffery – Major Taylor Abrahamse – Young Wade Wilson / Deadpool Nick E. Tarabay – Mercenary Scott Bellis – CIA Agent Tom McBeath – Old Logan / Narrator (voice) Paul Wilson – Craig Alan Tudyk – Voice of Agent Zero (uncredited) ...

Spectre (2015), PG-13, 2 hr 28 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 24 (Release Order: Twenty-fourth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: A shadowy organization. An unseen enemy. Main Cast Daniel Craig as James Bond Christoph Waltz as Ernst Stavro Blofeld Léa Seydoux as Dr. Madeleine Swann Ralph Fiennes as M Naomie Harris as Eve Moneypenny Ben Whishaw as Q Dave Bautista as Mr. Hinx Monica Bellucci as Lucia Sciarra Reviews Synopsis Bond uncovers a sinister organization called Spectre while investigating a cryptic message from his past. His search leads him to confront the mysterious Blofeld and unravel a conspiracy that threatens global security and personal revenge. Overview Spectre blends old-school Bond villains with modern espionage drama. It ties together storylines from previous films but some found the plot convoluted. The film balances action, romance, and political intrigue with trademark Bond style. Family Friendliness PG-13 for violence and some ...

Skyfall (2012), PG-13, 2 hr 23 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 23 (Release Order: Twenty-third film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: Home is where the heart is. Main Cast Daniel Craig as James Bond Judi Dench as M Javier Bardem as Raoul Silva Naomie Harris as Eve Moneypenny Ralph Fiennes as Gareth Mallory (new M) Bérénice Marlohe as Sévérine Albert Finney as Kincade Ben Whishaw as Q Reviews Synopsis After a mission goes wrong, Bond’s loyalty to M is tested when her past comes back to haunt her. The villain Silva, a former MI6 agent turned cyberterrorist, seeks revenge by targeting M and the agency. Bond must protect M and confront his own demons at his ancestral home. Overview Skyfall blends classic Bond elements with emotional depth and stunning cinematography. It rejuvenated the series with a strong villain, complex characters, and themes of loyalty and legacy. It’s considered one of the best modern Bond films. Family Friendliness PG-13 for violence ...

Quantum of Solace (2008), PG-13, 1 hr 46 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 22 (Release Order: Twenty-second film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: The hunt for truth begins. Main Cast Daniel Craig as James Bond Olga Kurylenko as Camille Montes Mathieu Amalric as Dominic Greene Giancarlo Giannini as René Mathis Judi Dench as M Jeffrey Wright as Felix Leiter Jesper Christensen as Mr. White Reviews Synopsis Picking up right after Casino Royale, Bond seeks justice for Vesper Lynd’s betrayal and death. His pursuit leads him into a conspiracy involving an environmentalist group with sinister motives. Along the way, he partners with Camille Montes to bring down the villainous Dominic Greene. Overview Quantum of Solace is shorter and more action-focused than its predecessor. It dives deep into Bond’s emotional state and quest for revenge, though the plot is sometimes criticized as confusing. The film is fast-paced and intense, with less character development than...

GoldenEye (1995), PG-13, 2 hr 10 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 17 (Release Order: Seventeenth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: The greatest secret of all time is about to be unleashed. Main Cast Pierce Brosnan as James Bond Izabella Scorupco as Natalya Simonova Sean Bean as Alec Trevelyan (006) Famke Janssen as Xenia Onatopp Judi Dench as M Joe Don Baker as Jack Wade Geraldine James as Moneypenny Tchéky Karyo as Dimitri Mishkin Michael Kitchen as Bill Tanner Reviews Synopsis Bond returns after being presumed dead to stop a rogue ex-agent, Alec Trevelyan, who plans to use a satellite weapon called GoldenEye to cause a global financial meltdown. Teaming with computer programmer Natalya Simonova, Bond races to stop Trevelyan’s deadly scheme. Overview GoldenEye rebooted the franchise with a modern edge, blending classic Bond charm with 90s action sensibilities. Pierce Brosnan’s debut was well-received for balancing wit and toughness. The film mixes ...

Licence to Kill (1989), R, 2 hr 15 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 16 (Release Order: Sixteenth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: The license to kill is the license to survive. Main Cast Timothy Dalton as James Bond Carey Lowell as Pam Bouvier Robert Davi as Franz Sanchez Talisa Soto as Lupe Lamora Anthony Zerbe as Milton Krest Benicio del Toro as Dario Jeroen Krabbé as Brad Whitaker Desmond Llewelyn as Q Robert Brown as M Caroline Bliss as Miss Moneypenny Reviews Synopsis After Bond’s close friend Felix Leiter is brutally attacked and left for dead by drug lord Franz Sanchez, Bond goes rogue to seek personal revenge. This mission takes him deep into the world of narcotics trafficking and corruption, pushing him to the edge in a darker, more violent Bond story. Overview Licence to Kill is notably grittier and more brutal than previous entries. Timothy Dalton’s Bond is less the charming spy and more a man driven by vengeance and justice. The film ta...

For Your Eyes Only (1981), PG, 2 hr 7 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 12 (Release Order: Twelfth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: No one comes close to James Bond 007. Main Cast Roger Moore as James Bond Carole Bouquet as Melina Havelock Julian Glover as Aristotle Kristatos Topol as Milos Columbo Lynn-Holly Johnson as Bibi Dahl Michael Gothard as Emile Leopold Locque John Wyman as Erich Kriegler Desmond Llewelyn as Q Bernard Lee as M (brief archival footage; actor passed before filming) Lois Maxwell as Miss Moneypenny Reviews Synopsis When a British spy ship with a crucial missile control system sinks, Bond is sent to recover it before it falls into the wrong hands. His mission brings him into contact with Melina Havelock, who’s out for revenge against the people who murdered her parents. There’s diving, skiing, mountain climbing, and a whole lot of Cold War tension. Overview After the spacey excess of Moonraker, For Your Eyes Only feels refreshin...

Never Say Never Again (1983), PG, 2 hr 12 min Franchise: James Bond (Non-Eon) Franchise #: N/A (Unofficial remake of Thunderball) Tagline: Sean Connery is James Bond. Back in action. Main Cast Sean Connery as James Bond Kim Basinger as Domino Petachi Klaus Maria Brandauer as Maximilian Largo Barbara Carrera as Fatima Blush Max von Sydow as Ernst Stavro Blofeld Bernie Casey as Felix Leiter Edward Fox as M Alec McCowen as Q (here, "Algernon") Reviews Synopsis Never Say Never Again brings Sean Connery back to the role of 007 one last time. Bond is pulled out of retirement when SPECTRE steals two nuclear warheads. As he tracks down the weapons, he crosses paths with the villain Largo and his lover Domino. Overview This film is a remake of Thunderball made outside the official Bond franchise due to a legal rights issue. While the story is familiar, Connery’s return gave the film buzz. The tone is more grounded and mature, though the action feels slower compared to modern Bond movi...

Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) Year: 2020 Franchise: DC Extended Universe (DCEU) Franchise #: 8 MPAA Rating: R (for strong violence, language throughout, sexual content, and brief drug use) TV Parental Guidelines: TV-MA Total Runtime: 109 minutes Tagline: “You’re either the hammer, or the nail.” Main Cast Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Huntress Jurnee Smollett as Black Canary Ewan McGregor as Roman Sionis / Black Mask Chris Messina as Victor Zsasz Ella Jay Basco as Cassandra Cain Rosie Perez as Renee Montoya Reviews: Synopsis: After breaking up with the Joker, Harley Quinn teams up with a group of fierce women to protect a young girl who’s targeted by a crime lord in Gotham. It’s a wild, colorful ride full of action, humor, and female empowerment as these unlikely allies fight to survive. Overview: Birds of Prey stands apart from other DCEU movies with its chaotic energy, stylized visuals, and unapologetic adult tone. Marg...

Title : Star Trek Into Darkness Year : 2013 Franchise : Star Trek Franchise #: 12 MPAA Rating / TV Parental Guidelines MPAA Rating : PG-13 TV Parental Guidelines : TV-14 Total Runtime 132 minutes (2 hours, 12 minutes) Tagline “Beyond the darkness lies greatness.” Main Cast Chris Pine – Captain James T. Kirk Zachary Quinto – Spock Karl Urban – Dr. Leonard "Bones" McCoy Zoe Saldana – Nyota Uhura Simon Pegg – Montgomery Scott John Cho – Hikaru Sulu Anton Yelchin – Pavel Chekov Benedict Cumberbatch – Khan Noonien Singh Alice Eve – Carol Marcus Peter Weller – Admiral Marcus Bruce Greenwood – Admiral Christopher Pike Reviews Overview Star Trek Into Darkness ramps up the action, emotion, and moral conflict. After an attack on Starfleet, Kirk and crew pursue a terrorist across the galaxy, only to uncover a conspiracy involving their own leadership. Benedict Cumberbatch shines as the villain, bringing a fierce and calculating edge to Khan. While the film looks amazing and moves at wa...

Title : Star Trek: Nemesis Year : 2002 Franchise : Star Trek Franchise # : 10 MPAA Rating / TV Parental Guidelines MPAA Rating : PG-13 TV Parental Guidelines : TV-14 Total Runtime 116 minutes (1 hour, 56 minutes) Tagline “A generation’s final journey begins.” Main Cast Patrick Stewart – Captain Jean-Luc Picard Jonathan Frakes – Commander William Riker Brent Spiner – Lieutenant Commander Data / B-4 LeVar Burton – Lieutenant Commander Geordi La Forge Michael Dorn – Worf Gates McFadden – Dr. Beverly Crusher Marina Sirtis – Counselor Deanna Troi Tom Hardy – Shinzon Ron Perlman – Reman Viceroy Dina Meyer – Commander Donatra Kate Mulgrew – Admiral Kathryn Janeway (cameo) Reviews Overview Nemesis tries to deliver an epic showdown and deep emotional beats—but it’s a mixed bag. Picard faces off against Shinzon, a violent young clone of himself who was raised in darkness and now threatens the Federation with a massive weapon. The themes are there—identity, destiny, sacrifice—but the execution fa...

Title : Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan Year: 1982 Franchise : Star Trek Franchise #: 2 ARC: Genesis trilogy #1 Total Runtime 113 minutes (1 hour, 53 minutes) MPAA Rating / TV Parental Guidelines MPAA Rating: PG TV Parental Guidelines: TV-PG Tagline “At the end of the universe lies the beginning of vengeance.” Main Cast William Shatner – Admiral James T. Kirk Leonard Nimoy – Captain Spock DeForest Kelley – Dr. Leonard “Bones” McCoy Ricardo Montalbán – Khan Noonien Singh James Doohan – Montgomery “Scotty” Scott George Takei – Hikaru Sulu Walter Koenig – Commander Pavel Chekov Nichelle Nichols – Lieutenant Uhura Kirstie Alley – Lieutenant Saavik Bibi Besch – Dr. Carol Marcus Merritt Butrick – David Marcus Reviews Overview The Wrath of Khan is often considered the best Star Trek film—and for good reason. It brings real emotional weight, a compelling villain, and sharp storytelling. Khan, a genetically enhanced tyrant from the original Star Trek series, escapes exile and seeks vengeance ...

Critical Overview Jaws: The Revenge is the weakest entry in the beloved Jaws series. The plot stretches all credibility—featuring a shark that swims over 1,900 miles in just a few days to stalk Ellen Brody (Lorraine Gary) in the Bahamas. The shark exhibits impossible behavior, including roaring and targeting a family thanks to some supernatural vendetta, which turns what was suspense into unintentional farce. Roger Ebert famously called it "not simply a bad movie, but also a stupid and incompetent one." Even the special effects, including a shark that explodes at the end, parody the film's own absurdity. Critics agree it killed the franchise with embarrassment rather than suspense.  Despite Lorraine Gary’s earnest efforts and Michael Caine in a paycheck role, the implausible premise, sloppy pacing, and inert suspense make this a low point in franchise history. It's tough to watch—even ironically. Bottom Line Jaws: The Revenge feels more like a parody of itself than a...