Representation Matters: Diverse Characters and Voices in “The Amazing World of Gumball” and “The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants”
Inspiring and diverse animated series for the whole family.

Inspiring and diverse animated series for the whole family.
Self expression among teenagers is explored in the live adaptation of Jerry Spinelli's novel of the same name.
Him is visually stunning—all concrete cathedrals and bone-rattling impact shots that look like a nightmare highlight reel. Marlon Wayans is magnetic as this legendary quarterback who's basically selling salvation with a smile that never quite reaches his eyes. But the story keeps running in circles: more tests, more cryptic pep talks, more ritualistic drills. The sports-as-religion metaphor beats you over the head when subtlety would've been more effective. The middle drags, and that finale chooses spectacle over substance. It's undeniably stylish, but left me cold. Also worth noting: despite the Monkeypaw connection, this isn't actually a Jordan Peele film—he didn't write or direct.
This is ambitious horror filmmaking, and in a lot of ways, I fully admire its ambitions. For me, the film’s sloppiness defines its overall quality.
In this coming-of-age movie centered around senior prom, Mandy is anxious about her acceptance into Harvard while she realizes she's missing other opportunities.
This 2024 musical film is based on the Broadway show and the 2004 film of the same name with major differences.