'Superman' flies into theaters in new beginning for the DC Universe
A very different kind of Superman is hitting theaters, and I give him a thumbs up. Plus, Nick Offerman takes on a dramatic role in "Sovereign."
'28 Years Later' brings new installment to the genre defying film series
We begin with an alien abduction movie that is perfect for kids in "Elio." Also, "The Life of Chuck" gets a grade that I rarely give. But we start with the third installment in the zombie genre classic, with "28 Years Later."
'How to Train your Dragon' returns 15 years later in live action
We begin with How to Train Your Dragon, offering a lesson that is worth the time spent, while Julia Moore and Sydney Sweeney take us to Echo Valley. But first, we start with the Materialists who know what you deserve.
The Phoenician Scheme is awkwardly gorgeous
This week's movies include Wes Anderson's latest The Phoenician Scheme led by a star-studded cast, Ana de Armas in From the World of John Wick: The Ballerina, and Tyler Perry's new Netflix offering Straw starring Taraji P. Henson.
Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan return in Karate Kid: Legends
Jane Austin apparently wrecked someone's life. But we also have Karate Kid Legends, but we begin with a beautiful Mountainhead Estate and some tech bros that create chaos.
Tom Cruise returns for his last time as Ethan Hunt in Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning
After seven films, Tom Cruise has his Final Reckoning. Meanwhile John Krasinski and Natalie Portman are trying to find the fountain of youth. But we begin with a live-action Lilo and Stitch that is simply a scream.
Final Destination Bloodlines comes to theaters, 14 years after 5th film
A new Final Destination has hit theaters, the first film in the series since 2011. Meanwhile 'Friendship' brings awkward comedy to the silver screen.
Vince Vaughn opens a restaurant in 'Nonnas' Netflix's new Mother's Day movie
'Fight or Flight' is a bullet fest on a plane. And of course, Vince Vaughn stars in Netflix's 'Nonnas.' But we begin with an action film titled 'Shadow Force.'
Marvel brings out 'The Thunderbolts' who want to be the new Avengers
The Thunderbolts want to be the new Avengers, but they're not. Meanwhile we begin with Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively having another simple favor that starts with a simple question.
Michael B. Jordan stars in Sinners, this week's big movie
The biggest movie of the week features a filmmaking duo back together again for 'Sinners.' Plus, Sacramento takes us to a movie that I didn't quite understand. But we begin with "The Wedding Banquet" for a couple of reasons.
Jack Black is Steve in a 'Minecraft Movie'
Today we are gaming with Jack Black for A Minecraft Movie, but we begin with two big stars and one big dog in The Friend.
Jason Statham is a 'Working Man,' in the new David Ayer action movie
Do you know who Jason Statham is? In this case, he's a 'Working Man.' Plus, I'm surprised by how much I like 'Death of a Unicorn.' It sounds weird, but you'll understand when I explain.
Rachel Zegler stars as the fairest of them all in Disney's 'Snow White' (2025)
Snow White gets a modern reboot like royalty, and Robert De Niro takes on starring roles, not one but two.
Robert Pattinson stars as a disposable employee on a mission in 'Mickey 17'
Let's cozy up next to two big stars, Milla Jovovich and Dave Bautista, because they are in 'The Lost Lands.' Plus, we talk about another movie that is all about the 'Queen of the Ring,' and she can keep the belt because I enjoyed this film. But we start with Robert Pattinson's 'Mickey 17.'
Bill Murray and Pete Davidson joins an all star cast in 'Riff Raff'
It is movie time, and 'Last Breath' made me hold my breath into the screen. Plus, 'My Dead Friend Zoe' seems like the perfect film that addresses a subject that needed to be addressed. But we begin, of course, hanging out with 'Riff Raff.'
A Stephen King short story comes to life in 'The Monkey'
It's all about the movies right now. We start off with The Monkey. That is I am told, is funny and scary. But we shall see. Plus, Christoph Waltz, two-time Oscar winner, is an old guy. But we begin with Star Wars' Daisy Ridley, who is a window cleaner that is late for work.
Anthony Mackie joins Harrison Ford in the 4th installment of the Captain America series
It is movie time as Captain America has a Brave New World, kind of. And believe it or not, I am still in love with Bridget Jones and she's mad about a boy. But we begin with the gorge and that is the East Tower.
Oscar winner Ke Huy Quan stars in 'Love Hurts'
It's movie time, and an Oscar contender is truly, to me, the best movie that we'll talk about this week. We see Ke Huy Quan in a lead role, finally, in "Love Hurts."
Mark Wahlberg is a 'Flight Risk' as he stars in a brand new movie
It's movie time, and we have a heartwarming story that I really enjoyed about Brother Orange, which is really these two guys here. Plus, Mark Wahlberg is literally a flight risk. We'll get into that one. But we begin with a young star fighting for her inheritance.
CriticLEE's Best of the Best Movies of 2024
What a year of movies: Inside Out 2, Deadpool, Wolverine and, of course, Despicable Me 4. These are all the top-grossing films of 2024, but they aren't on our list. So, sit back, relax and enjoy the breakdown of CriticLEE's best of the best movies of 2024.