The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian
Andrew Adamson shows a more confident and defined vision that works on several levels, however it’s unable to overcome a nagging feel of disconnect.
Tagged: Family Films
WALL-E
Simplicity and complexity harmonize together in cinematic zen in the instant-classic WALL-E, a film that uses technical prowess to tell a straight-forward yet far-reaching story.
The Spiderwick Chronicles
Based on the series of five serial children’s novels, The Spiderwick Chronicles is a hollow spectacle that’s good for the action and effects but light on everything else.
Enchanted
It pulls out all the stops in hitting all the familiarities of the genre and spins it on its head in both a fun and intelligent way.
Bee Movie
Bee Movie is a solid mix of comforting gags, clever language and a meandering plot that doesn’t seem to have enough gas to stretch out into a full feature.
101 Dalmatians
“Cute and cuddly” pretty much sums up this canine caper – once you get past the idea of a lady looking to make a coat out of dalmatian puppies.
Stardust
On the surface, Stardust looks like a cheesy little fluff fantasy. In many ways it is. Yet at the same time, it’s also the most fun I’ve had with a film since watching the first Pirates of the Caribbean.
Walt Disney Treasures: Wave 7
Walt Disney Treasures: Wave 7 reviews and DVD reviews. Included in this wave were The Chronological Donald: Volume Three, Disneyland: Secrets, Stories & Magic, and The Adventures of Oswald the Lucky Rabbit.
Underdog
A boring and uninspiring adaptation that lacks action and suffers from mostly static characters, Peter Dinklage as the nefarious Dr. Simon Barsinister being the notable exception.
Films: S · Reviews: S · Sucky Sequels
Shrek the Third
While there are times of moderate amusement, Shrek the Third offers few surprises. It seems as though perhaps the creators have found their stride and are calling it in more than going out on a limb.
