This year is appealing to nostalgia with Jurassic World and Inside Out, and I can't help but love it.
Kingsman: The Secret Service (***1/2) A highly entertaining spy film full of non-stop action and humor, a real treat at the movies.
Chappie (*1/2) This film is not good. When I left the theater I hated it, but time has made me appreciate it as the creatively original film it is. While I think it misses the boat completely, I do think it has value as a blockbuster for its creativity and for its camp value.
It Follows: (**1/2) A beautiful score and fantastic cinematography are the highlights of this horror film that takes a creative idea but isn't totally successful. Still a solid entry in the horror genre.
The Avengers: Age of Ultron (**) Marvel takes a step back after Guardians of the Galaxy and Winter Soldier. James Spader is great as Ultron, but the film's problematic treatment of Black Widow is disheartening and the film ultimately feels like filler until Captain America: Civil War.
Helicopter Mom: (**) This film was odd because it tried to be progressive while seeming to be stuck in old values. Jason Dolley and Nia Vardalos do well in the lead roles, but the film feels like it should have premiered on ABC Family.
Mad Max: Fury Road (****) A high octane blockbuster that keeps the audience on the edge of its seat and proves Charlize Theron is the biggest bad ass around.
Added for June:
Spy (***) Melissa McCarthy finally lives up to her promise and gets a vehicle that shows off her talents. Rose Byrne and Jason Statham try to steal the show, but McCarthy delivers one of the finest comedic performances in awhile.
Jurassic World (***) Sure the script is awful and the direction is basic, but it is a cheese-filled nostalgic film that I couldn't help but eat up.
The Duff (**) I'm no longer in the age group that this film aims for, and it doesn't quite work for me. However Mae Whitman is fantastic as always and I love to see her in lead roles.
Inside Out (***1/2) Pixar returns to form with this look into our emotions. A fantastic film that ranks up there with Pixar's best.
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