At The Movies

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Age Rating: PG-13 Runtime: 145 minutes Studio: Columbia Pictures / Marvel Studios / Pascal Pictures  Franchise: Marvel Cinematic Universe / Spider-Man Franchise Franchise Position: Spider-Man (Tom Holland) #4; MCU Spider-Man film #4 Even when the whole world forgets who he is, a true hero never forgets why he fights. Ratings: My Rating: 8.6/10 (average of major critic and audience scores) The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb: 8.2/10  Rotten Tomatoes: 91% (Critics)  Metacritic: 84/100 (approximate consensus)  TMDb: 8.6/10 (approximate)  Plot Summary: Four years after the events of Spider-Man: No Way Home, Peter Parker lives completely alone after Doctor Strange's spell erased him from everyone's memory. With no family, no friends who remember him, and no normal life to return to, Peter devotes himself entirely to protecting New York as Spider-Man. As crime escalates, Peter begins experiencing dangerous physical and emotional c...

Steel Age Rating: PG-13 Runtime: 97 min Studio: Warner Bros. Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A A superhero action film starring Shaquille O’Neal as former military scientist John Henry Irons, who designs weapons that are misused by criminals and then builds a powerful steel suit to fight crime and protect his community in Los Angeles. Ratings: My Rating: 4.5/10 The Dove Foundation: PG-13 IMDb: 3.0/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 4% Tomatometer, 19% audience Metacritic: 28/100 TMDb: 3.0/10 Plot Summary: John Henry Irons, a weapons designer for the military, becomes disillusioned when his harmless-intended technology is turned into dangerous weapons used by criminals. He quits his job and returns to his Los Angeles neighborhood, where he constructs a high-tech suit of armor to take on crime and bring justice to his community while facing off against a corrupt adversary. Critics Review: Steel was widely criticized upon release for its weak plot, poor pacin...

Super Friends Runtime: 2,712 minutes Studio: Hanna-Barbera Productions Country of Origin: United States Franchise: DC Animated Universe (predecessor) Franchise Position: N/A The original team-up of DC’s greatest heroes—Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and Aquaman—united to inspire justice and protect the world from evil in a series that defined Saturday morning heroism. Ratings: My Rating: 8.0/10 The Dove Foundation: Approved for All Ages IMDb: 7.4/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 85% (Audience Score) Metacritic: N/A TMDb: 7.8/10 Plot Summary: Super Friends follows the Justice League of America—Superman, Batman, Robin, Wonder Woman, and Aquaman—as they battle villains, natural disasters, alien invaders, and moral dilemmas across a variety of serialized adventures. As the years progressed, new heroes joined the ranks, including Flash, Green Lantern, Hawkman, Green Arrow, Atom, Rima the Jungle Girl, El Dorado, Black Vulcan, Samurai, Apache Chief, Firestorm, and Cyborg. Sidekicks Wendy, Marvin, Wonder ...

Batman: Year One MPAA Rating: PG-13 Runtime: 64 minutes Studio: Warner Bros. Animation, DC Entertainment Country of Origin: United States Franchise: DC Universe Animated Original Movies Franchise Position: 12 A merciless crime turns a man into an outlaw. Ratings: My Rating: 8.0/10 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb: 6.7/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 83% (Critics), 69% (Audience) Metacritic: 63/100 TMDb: 6.9/10 Plot Summary: Batman: Year One chronicles the early days of Bruce Wayne's crime-fighting career as he returns to Gotham City and begins his transformation into the masked vigilante known as Batman. The film explores his initial struggles with the Gotham City Police Department, his alliance with Lieutenant James Gordon, and his first encounters with Gotham's criminal underworld, including Selina Kyle, who will become Catwoman. Critics Review: Critics have praised the film for its faithful adaptation of Frank Miller's seminal graphic novel, highlighting its noir-inspired animati...

Batman: The Long Halloween MPAA Rating: PG-13 Runtime: 168 minutes Studio: Warner Bros. Animation, DC Entertainment Country of Origin: United States Franchise: DC Universe Animated Original Movies Franchise Position: 46 Gotham's darkest hour has arrived. Ratings: My Rating: 8.5/10 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb: 7.8/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 100% (Critics), 85% (Audience) Metacritic: Not Available TMDb: 7.5/10 Plot Summary: Set early in Batman's career, Batman: The Long Halloween follows the Dark Knight, Commissioner Gordon, and District Attorney Harvey Dent as they form an alliance to dismantle the Falcone crime family. However, their efforts are complicated by a mysterious serial killer named Holiday, who strikes on holidays throughout the year, targeting members of the Falcone family. As the investigation deepens, Batman faces moral dilemmas and confronts the blurred lines between justice and vengeance. Critics Review: Critics have praised the film for its faithful adaptation...

Batman Ninja MPAA Rating: PG-13 Runtime: 85 minutes Studio: Warner Bros. Japan, Kamikaze Douga, YamatoWorks Country of Origin: United States, Japan Franchise: DC Universe Animated Original Movies Franchise Position: N/A Gotham's protector becomes a samurai. Ratings: My Rating: 7.5/10 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb: 5.6/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 83% (Critics), 60% (Audience) Metacritic: Not Available TMDb: 6.5/10 Plot Summary: Batman Ninja transports Batman and his rogues' gallery to feudal Japan due to Gorilla Grodd's time displacement device. Stripped of his modern technology, Batman must adapt to the samurai era to confront the Joker, who has become a powerful warlord. As alliances form and betrayals unfold, Batman's ingenuity and martial prowess are put to the ultimate test in a battle for control over Japan. Critics Review: Critics have lauded the film's unique blend of anime aesthetics and traditional Batman storytelling. The fusion of Japanese culture with Goth...

Batman: Gotham by Gaslight MPAA Rating: R Runtime: 78 minutes Studio: Warner Bros. Animation Country of Origin: United States Franchise: DC Universe Animated Original Movies Franchise Position: 31 Gotham's darkest hour has arrived. Ratings: My Rating: 7.5/10 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb: 6.8/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 75% (Critics), 68% (Audience) Metacritic: Not Available TMDb: Not Available Plot Summary: Set in an alternate Victorian-era Gotham City, Batman: Gotham by Gaslight follows Bruce Wayne as he dons the mantle of Batman to investigate a series of grisly murders committed by the infamous Jack the Ripper. As he delves deeper into the mystery, Wayne uncovers a conspiracy that threatens the very heart of Gotham. The film presents a unique blend of steampunk aesthetics and classic Batman storytelling, offering a fresh take on the Dark Knight's origins. Critics Review: Critics have generally praised the film for its innovative setting and engaging storyline. The Victorian b...

Batman: Soul of the Dragon MPAA Rating: R Runtime: 83 minutes Studio: Warner Bros. Animation Country of Origin: United States Franchise: DC Universe Animated Original Movies Franchise Position: 44 Tagline: A martial arts-infused Elseworlds adventure featuring Batman and his allies. Ratings: My Rating: 7.1/10 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb: 6.1/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 93% (Critics), 93% (Audience) Metacritic: Not Available TMDb: Not Available Plot Summary: Set in the 1970s, Batman: Soul of the Dragon presents an Elseworlds tale where Bruce Wayne trains under the tutelage of O-Sensei, alongside fellow martial artists Richard Dragon, Lady Shiva, and Ben Turner (Bronze Tiger). When their former master is killed and a mystical gate is opened, the group reunites to combat the cult Kobra, led by Jeffrey Burr, who seeks to harness the power of the serpent god Nāga. The film blends elements of martial arts cinema with superhero action, offering a stylized homage to '70s action films. Criti...

Justice League: Warworld MPAA Rating: R Runtime: 89 minutes Studio: Warner Bros. Animation Country of Origin: United States Franchise: DC Universe Animated Original Movies Franchise Position: 55 The Justice League must unite to liberate a gladiatorial world ruled by tyranny. Ratings: My Rating: 5.3/10 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb: 5.3/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 43% (Critics), 23% (Audience) Metacritic: Not Available TMDb: Not Available Plot Summary: In Justice League: Warworld, Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman are abducted and transported to Warworld, a brutal gladiatorial planet. Stripped of their powers, they must navigate various dystopian arenas and forge alliances with the oppressed inhabitants to overthrow the tyrannical regime. The film explores themes of resistance, unity, and the enduring spirit of justice. Critics Review: Critics have offered mixed reviews for Justice League: Warworld. Some praise the film's ambitious storytelling and unique setting, while others critiq...

Daredevil Runtime: 103 minutes Studio: 20th Century Fox / Marvel Enterprises Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Marvel Universe Franchise Position: N/A Justice is blind—Matt Murdock fights crime in the courtroom by day and as Daredevil by night. Ratings: My Rating: 5.5 The Dove Foundation: Not Recommended for Families IMDb: 5.3 Rotten Tomatoes: 43% audience Metacritic: 42 TMDb: 5.2 Plot Summary: Matt Murdock is blinded in a childhood accident but gains heightened senses that make him superhuman. By day, he works as a lawyer in Hell’s Kitchen, standing up for the weak. By night, he becomes Daredevil, a masked vigilante fighting crime. His world is shaken when he falls in love with Elektra Natchios while simultaneously confronting the deadly Kingpin and his assassin, Bullseye. Torn between justice, vengeance, and love, Matt faces choices that test both his humanity and his faith. Critics Review: Critics gave Daredevil mixed to negative reviews, citing uneven tone, lackluster dia...

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows Runtime: 112 minutes Studio: Nickelodeon Movies / Paramount Pictures / Platinum Dunes Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Franchise Position: 5 The Turtles—Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael—face a new threat when Shredder escapes prison and joins forces with new villains Bebop and Rocksteady, and the dangerous Krang. With the help of April O’Neil and Vern Fenwick, the team must stop the combined evil forces from taking over New York City. Ratings: My Rating: 6.5/10 The Dove Foundation: PG-13 IMDb: 6.1/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 44% audience Metacritic: 44/100 TMDb: 6.4/10 Critics Review: The film was praised for its fast-paced action, visual effects, and faithful continuation of the TMNT universe. Critics noted that the plot was somewhat predictable, but the inclusion of classic villains and engaging fight sequences made it enjoyable for fans. Christian Perspective: The movie highlights teamwork...

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Runtime: 101 minutes Studio: Nickelodeon Movies / Paramount Pictures / Platinum Dunes Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Franchise Position: 4 When New York City is threatened by the villainous Shredder and his Foot Clan, the four mutant turtles—Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael—team up with April O’Neil and Vern Fenwick to stop the criminal mastermind and save the city. The movie combines live-action and CGI to bring the heroes to life. Ratings: My Rating: 6.2/10 The Dove Foundation: PG-13 IMDb: 5.8/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 43% audience Metacritic: 31/100 TMDb: 6.1/10 Critics Review: The film received mixed reviews. Critics praised the visual effects and fast-paced action but criticized the story and character development. Fans of the franchise appreciated the updated CGI designs of the turtles and modernized action sequences. Christian Perspective: The movie emphasizes teamwork, courage, and using one’s gifts ...

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Runtime: 100 minutes Studio: New Line Cinema Country of Origin: United States Franchise: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Franchise Position: 1 Four mutated turtles—Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael—trained in ninjitsu by their rat sensei, Splinter, battle the evil Shredder and his Foot Clan to protect New York City. When reporter April O’Neil becomes involved, the Turtles must save the city while maintaining their secret identities in the sewers below the city streets. Ratings: My Rating: 7.0/10 The Dove Foundation: PG IMDb: 6.7/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 65% audience Metacritic: 55/100 TMDb: 7.1/10 Critics Review: The movie was praised for its entertaining mix of live-action and martial arts, faithful comic book adaptation, and the charm of its titular heroes. Critics noted that while some elements were campy, the film delivered fun action and adventure for a family audience. Christian Perspective: Themes of teamwork, loyalty, and using one’s abilities ...

Superhero Movie Runtime: 82 minutes Studio: Dimension Films Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A A parody of popular superhero films, following a college student who gains superpowers and must save his city from an evil villain while navigating comedic mishaps. Ratings: My Rating: 5.5/10 The Dove Foundation: Not recommended for families IMDb: 5.3/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 48% audience Metacritic: 41/100 TMDb: 5.4/10 Plot Summary: Rick Riker is a college student who gains superpowers after being bitten by a genetically modified insect. Donning the persona of Dragonfly, he must stop the evil Lou Landers from taking over the city. The film spoofs well-known superhero films like Spider-Man, Batman, and X-Men, relying heavily on slapstick, parody, and pop culture references. Rick struggles to balance his new powers, love interests, and comic misadventures while saving the day. Critics Review: Superhero Movie was widely panned by critics for lazy humor, predictable gags, and over-reliance...

Sky High Runtime: 101 minutes Studio: Walt Disney Pictures Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A A teenage boy navigates the challenges of high school for superheroes, learning to embrace his powers, responsibility, and friendships. Ratings: My Rating: 7.2/10 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes audience 71% → 7.1, Metacritic 68 → 6.8, TMDb 7.4 → 7.4) The Dove Foundation: Approved for Families IMDb: 6.7/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 71% audience Metacritic: 68/100 TMDb: 7.4/10 Plot Summary: Will Stronghold is the son of the world’s greatest superheroes, striving to find his own identity at Sky High, a school for young heroes. Students are divided between “Heroes” and “Sidekicks,” with social hierarchies and training challenges that test their abilities and friendships. Will struggles with his powers and expectations while uncovering a villainous plot by a former sidekick seeking revenge. Alongside his classmates, he learns teamwork, courage, and self-confidence, ultimately embracing the responsibi...

The Shadow Runtime: 111 minutes Studio: New Line Cinema Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A A mysterious vigilante with psychic powers fights crime and corruption in 1930s New York, facing a deadly villain threatening the city. Ratings: My Rating: 6.0/10 (IMDb 6.0, Rotten Tomatoes audience 58% → 5.8, Metacritic 48 → 4.8, TMDb 6.1 → 6.1) The Dove Foundation: Not recommended for families (violence, suggestive content) IMDb: 6.0/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 35% critics / 58% audience Metacritic: 48/100 TMDb: 6.1/10 Plot Summary: Lamont Cranston, a wealthy man with the ability to cloud men’s minds, takes on the persona of “The Shadow” to fight organized crime and protect the innocent. In 1930s New York, he confronts Shiwan Khan, a powerful villain seeking world domination through mystical and technological means. Using his psychic powers, stealth, and intellect, The Shadow battles criminals, uncovers conspiracies, and navigates a dual life of glamour and justice. Romance, mystery, and act...

The Rocketeer Runtime: 106 minutes Studio: Walt Disney Pictures Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A A stunt pilot discovers a jetpack that grants him the ability to fly, and he becomes a masked hero fighting gangsters and Nazis in 1930s Los Angeles. Ratings: My Rating: 7.1/10 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes audience 70% → 7.0, Metacritic 69 → 6.9, TMDb 6.8 → 6.8) The Dove Foundation: Approved for Families IMDb: 6.7/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 70% audience Metacritic: 69/100 TMDb: 6.8/10 Plot Summary: Cliff Secord, a Hollywood stunt pilot, stumbles upon a prototype jetpack. With it, he dons a mask and becomes “The Rocketeer,” taking on gangsters and the villainous Neville Sinclair, a Nazi agent seeking the jetpack for his own schemes. Cliff navigates love, heroics, and danger as he protects the device, saves friends, and stops Sinclair’s evil plans. The film combines 1930s nostalgia, aerial stunts, and classic heroics, creating a stylish, family-friendly adventure. Critics Review: Critics ...

Red Sonja Runtime: 102 minutes Studio: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A A fierce warrior woman seeks vengeance against the sorcerer who destroyed her family and becomes a legendary hero in a mythical world of sword and sorcery. Ratings: My Rating: 5.8/10 (IMDb 5.4, Rotten Tomatoes audience 57% → 5.7, Metacritic N/A, TMDb 6.5 → 6.5) The Dove Foundation: Not recommended for families (violence, suggestive themes) IMDb: 5.4/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 57% audience Metacritic: N/A TMDb: 6.5/10 Plot Summary: Red Sonja is a young woman whose family is brutally murdered by the evil Queen Gedren and her sorcerer. Sworn to avenge her loved ones, she trains herself in swordsmanship and joins forces with a mercenary, Kalidor, to confront Gedren’s tyranny. The journey is filled with magical creatures, treacherous landscapes, and deadly encounters, culminating in a climactic battle where Red Sonja’s courage, skill, and determination prevail. The film blends fantasy, ad...

The Phantom Runtime: 106 minutes Studio: Paramount Pictures Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A A mysterious masked hero, passed down through generations, fights to stop a ruthless villain from acquiring a powerful artifact. Ratings: My Rating: 6.0/10 (IMDb 5.7, Rotten Tomatoes audience 53% → 5.3, Metacritic 43 → 4.3, TMDb 6.5 → 6.5) The Dove Foundation: Not recommended for families (violence and mild language) IMDb: 5.7/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 53% audience Metacritic: 43/100 TMDb: 6.5/10 Plot Summary: Kit Walker, heir to the mantle of The Phantom, returns to his ancestral home in the fictional African country of Bengalla. As the 21st Phantom, he must stop the evil David Rasputin, who seeks to gain control of the Skulls of Touganda, mystical artifacts granting immense power. The Phantom uses stealth, combat skills, and clever gadgetry to battle Rasputin and his henchmen. Along the way, he protects local villagers, uncovers hidden plots, and confronts the legacy of his family as t...

Mystery Men Runtime: 121 minutes Studio: Universal Pictures Franchise: Standalone Franchise Position: N/A A team of quirky, second-rate wannabe superheroes must step up to save their city when the real hero is captured by a powerful villain. Ratings: My Rating: 6.3/10 (IMDb 6.1, Rotten Tomatoes audience 57% → 5.7, Metacritic 65 → 6.5, TMDb 6.1 → 6.1) The Dove Foundation: Not recommended for families (due to violence, language, and suggestive humor) IMDb: 6.1/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 57% audience Metacritic: 65/100 TMDb: 6.1/10 Plot Summary: In Champion City, the flashy superhero Captain Amazing keeps crime at bay—until he is captured by the evil Casanova Frankenstein. With no one else to save the day, a group of bumbling, self-proclaimed superheroes comes together: Mr. Furious (who channels his anger into power), The Shoveler (who fights with his trusty shovel), The Blue Raja (who throws cutlery), Invisible Boy (who’s only invisible when no one is watching), The Bowler (who wields a possess...