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Marmaduke (2010)
This Movie > The Netflix Version, But Not By Much
When a movie based on a comic strip goes wrong, you know when you have given a terrible introduction to the character. The live-action Marmaduke is a pile mess that makes me feel I'm basically watching a dog high school movie. As a satire of a teen movie, the story is highly uninspiring, the jokes are unfunny, the visuals and production designs are weak, and the characters are a bunch of one dimensional tropes. I think I can see the sentiment of those that would take this over the animated Netflix movie. But even so, I really don't think it would be worth watching even if you're familiar with the strips (if there's one). However, I will say this one thing. I would take this over that disastrous animated Netflix movie. Well yes, this one is terrible too. But I wouldn't call it a complete disaster. Just the kind of bad movie that's the same you would get out of a family live action hybrid movie. The story may not be inconsistent, just a generic coming-of-age one. The visuals are not a complete eyesore, just weird how the dogs were animated. The jokes are not as disgusting, just a bunch of slapstick. And the characters are not as unbearable, just uninteresting. Just everything about it is just no different than others I would get like The Smurfs, 2021 Tom and Jerry, Bill Murray's Garfield movie, and Alvin and the Chipmunks. With that said though, it will take a while before we ever see anything else out of the Garfield knockoff again.
Beetlejuice (1988)
The Ghost With The Most
The ghost with the most himself was able to bring on good entertainment. Beetlejuice is a really enjoyable horror comedy that justifies to be an 80s horror icon. Maybe not perfect with a dated green screen background and an uninteresting antagonist, but it still manages to have a solid story, spooky and fun special effects, and highly entertaining acting especially coming from Beetlejuice himself. This would be a really good option if you ever want to watch a horror movie that combines with comedy. I wouldn't consider this as the best horror movies of the 80s, but it is worth something to make me both spooked and laugh.
Ultraman: Rising (2024)
A Parental Superhero Movie
Ultraman: Rising has left me a good introduction to the Japanese superhero. Sure, I wouldn't consider this a masterpiece with a predictable father and daughter story and the main character being egotistic on the first half. But it still manages to be something worth introducing with fantastic animation, awesome action scenes, and a good amount of heart that feels connected to the character. Of course, I see that there will be Kaiju fans that will have a good time with this movie. But I can also say that it is worth watching if you want to get familiar with Ultraman and who he is. Just like Kenji's purpose in this movie, this may have some daddy issues, but it still manages to have its goals worked out. I can see the potential for a new franchise looking at the end credits scene, and I'm looking forward to see more.
Despicable Me 4 (2024)
A Fun But Basic Heist
I really don't mind the franchise, but I did not ask for a fourth movie. But by watching this, I guess it wasn't too bad. Despicable Me 4 is an okay fourth installment where some that I had fun with, but others that can be a bit basic. It has its flaws with a rushed story and that we don't get as much development as before. But it can have some redemption with good jokes, fun action, an enjoyable villain, and very solid animation. I know there will be people that are kinda tired of the franchise, which I do understand the sentiment. So I wouldn't rush to watch this. But this could be more for those that wouldn't mind seeing another Despicable Me movie. I'll agree that it's not the best of the franchise and it's not really a great movie. But I can appreciate the effort the movie put into.
Megamind vs the Doom Syndicate (2024)
The Ultimate Insult To Megamind
I was just hoping that the redeemed villain can come back for more exciting action. Turned out this is the worst comeback I've seen. Megamind Vs The Doom Syndicate is not only the worst Dreamworks movie yet, not only an insult to the original film, but also one of the worst animated sequels ever created. The way it was portrayed as a "sequel" feels more of a promotion to the series, which gives this little to nothing to gain anything from the predecessor. The writing is an embarrassment, the story is entirely unengaging, the animation sucks, the special effects look unfinished, the action is anything but exciting, the characters are derailed into dumb tropes, and the humor is absolute cringe. All these problems are put together and Megamind gets reduced into nothing but a worthless sequel. Do I really need to make a recommendation? You know not to watch this movie. You're better off with the original film than this and the series. Yeah, that's right. After watching this, I have arranged my own mission: To avoid Megamind Rules altogether. If Megamind ever wants to make another comeback with another movie, just make sure it has absolutely nothing to promote the series.
Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie (2024)
Worst SpongeBob Movie
I'll be honest, I'm one of those people that were patient enough to wait until it comes on Netflix rather than to ruin it for everyone else by watching the leak. Now that I have officially watched this movie, I have began to understand the people saying it's terrible. In fact, it came out worse than I thought. Saving Bikini Bottom is hands down, the worst SpongeBob movie so far. I can name a little bit of positives like a decent addition with Sandy's family and how the designs try to stay true to the series, but they're just small ones compared to a good chunk amount of problems this movie has to carry. The writing didn't even try to make this a proper Sandy Cheeks spin-off, the story is very little, the humor is painfully unfunny, the animation is mediocre and sometimes look more fitting for a video game, the characters have barely a development for the movie, and the pacing for this is so rushed that it felt more of an extended special of the show. If there's one SpongeBob movie I recommend to skip, it's got to be this one. There are plenty of stuff from SpongeBob that are more better than this, whether if it's other of the movies or even episodes of the series. It honestly feels a real shame that Sandy Cheeks was unable to live up the potential for her spin-off and was a complete waste of time. I don't think I should even call this wasted potential. It's more in the levels of a soulless product. Also, I've heard that the next movie, Search For SquarePants, is going to involve producers from the first season of the series. If that's the case, then I should hope that next movie will be better. I'm rooting for you, Flying Dutchman.
Descendants (2015)
Villainous, But Not Too Villainous
Now, I am aware that the franchise has a fanbase and I know that not everyone is going to agree with what I think of this movie. So I'll say that I won't stop them from enjoying this movie. It's I don't think it was that great to be honest. Descendants does have the materials to be something great, but the fact this is a Disney Channel movie, it's only just a generic teen film. It does have things the film gotten right like some good costumes and production designs, a little bit of development, and as this movie is called Descendants, it does have a great concept with the kids of Disney villains finding redemption. But there are moments where I feel the movie wasted its potential with a cheesy school story, bad CGI, poorly handled characters, and songs that feel more like they're trying to be pop songs than an actual musical. I won't say that it's that great of a movie, but I'll say that if you like the idea of a movie about the descendants of the Disney villains even as a Disney fan, then this could be for you. I know that many would be interested considering that this is still a school film, so I won't see any rush to watch this. I won't call this a completely bad movie, it's I don't think it's as good as others may say.
Deadpool (2016)
A Freaking Thrill Ride
Who knew that an R-Rated superhero movie would be this awesome? Deadpool is probably one of the most extraordinary superhero movies ever created. As a movie based on a superhero, it manages to have all these materials that any superhero fan can have a great time thanks to the top notch writing that would provide a really exciting origin story, violent yet stunning action, bloody and exciting visuals, a cast of charming characters, and a series of hilarious fourth wall breaks. If you are a superhero fan and even a fan of the Deadpool series, I really recommend this movie. However, I do notice that there was one event that almost ruined the movie with debating to censor this movie just to take kids to see this movie. So yeah, I highly recommend for the kids to wait until they're older. Not because of the violence, but for how mature the plot is. Not only would I consider this among the best R-Rated superhero movie, I even would top this as the best X-Man movie.
The Garfield Movie (2024)
A Mediocre Attempt of a Garfield Movie
I honestly can take this over the stupid live-action movies and the straight-to-video movies from the late 2000s. But I can't call this a good one either. The Garfield Movie is just a mediocre movie where I see that it does try to be a movie based on the character, but doesn't go as well as I hoped it would. I can see some effort with good animation and a little bit of heart, but it won't change how disappointing it was for the most part. All the movie can ever offer is a predictable plot, characters that don't live to their potential, and comedy that contains less of the funny ones for the style of the comics but a lot of unfunny ones for the pop culture references and unnecessary modern technology gags, which that would make the movie look like it's trying to be the modern version of the comics. While I don't consider this a bad movie, I won't see the rush of seeing this. But I'll say that it's a one time watch if you're a fan of the comics and the cartoons. If the sequel is ever set to be planned, I'll be up for it. But for next time, maybe make it more bigger for a Garfield movie, try not to have Garfield and Vic constantly arguing with each other, and make the characters a lot more interesting. And please, don't try to be modern.
Lilo & Stitch: The Series (2003)
Aloha, Cousins!
Lilo & Stitch: The Series is a very enjoyable show that expands Stitch's past creation before he was. While I may not consider it perfect due to how the show was kinda short with episodes with the fact we could've at least see more of these experiments, along with Mertle being an unlikable brat in this series. I know she was meant to have a character like this, but I didn't see any growth out of her whatsoever. All she is was the exact brat. But other than those issues, it's still a really fun series with all these segments that get interesting what these experiments are designed for, cute comedy, entertaining action, and enjoyable animation. I think those that have liked the original movie will enjoy the series too. But also even those that are in the mood to watch a fun hunting-themed series. It may not be the best Disney Channel animated series, but this is the series I can call ohana.
Inside Out 2 (2024)
New Emotions, New Movie
I never thought I would see the day that Inside Out would get a sequel. But it has given a very good reason to give it a second film. Inside Out 2 is debatably as incredible as the first movie. As this follows up with Riley as a teenager, the story was able to upgrade into something that makes the world building even bigger. Not only that there's more to Riley's mind, but that especially goes to how the new emotions were portrayed after she hit puberty and plays out on what happens if Anxiety takes over her life. This would give the characters a lot of new personality traits both old and new. And the animation is as strong as ever. If you love the first film, I think you're going to enjoy this as much. I definitely recommend watching this. Would we ever get another movie and get us some new emotions as Riley becomes matures more? Honestly, we'll never know. But all I can say about this one is it's easily one of the best sequels Pixar has created. This is one sequel I will always cherish my memories on.
Big City Greens the Movie: Spacecation (2024)
The Greens' Big and Fun Adventure
From my fun meter, I put it pretty high. While Big City Greens The Movie: Spacecation is not the best movie based on an animated series, it's quite a fun film. The songs can sometimes feel out of place as a movie based on the series. But that wouldn't be able to contain a simple yet enjoyable story, solid animation, characters that can stand up from the show, and some fun comedy. I know there may be some that have missed the times Disney Channel would release their animated films as their original movies. If you're one of those people or that you're a fan of the series, then this actually is the one worth watching. As Disney Channel original movies go, I wouldn't consider this a masterpiece. But at least I'm happy to see the Greens getting their movie.
Gojira -1.0 (2023)
The Godzilla Masterpiece
I'll be honest, I never get a whole lot into Kaiju. The most I have known them for is the MonsterVerse movies. But this has shown there's more to the character than just monster fights. Godzilla Minus Zero is possibly among the best Godzilla movies I have seen. Not only would this provide a really intense story and top notch special effects, but unlike the ones we get from MonsterVerse, the human characters have their development that's actually worth caring. It does have so much to tell about Koichi's life after the war, which gives so much emotions from the movie. Not only would this be for the Godzilla fans, but I even think the non-Godzilla fans are going to have a blast with this. So if you want something that's not from MonsterVerse, then do me a favor and watch this film. Before I have watched this for myself, I've heard from so many people that they would consider this as one of the best Godzilla movies and that it won for special effects at the Oscars. Now I've watched it for myself, I can understand why. I too would place this as one of the best movies from Japan.
IF (2024)
Paramount's Foster Home For Imaginary Friends
IF is not just heartfelt but like the movie itself, very imaginative. It may have a few issues like this one particular side plot that doesn't have a proper connection to the movie and that it can be a little predictable, but it cannot take away an engaging story, breathtaking mix of animation and live-action, touching character development, a heartwarming moral of enjoy being young while you're growing up. I know some would compare this to Foster's Home For Imaginary Friends, so if this reminds you of this series, I think it will be worth checking out. But also for those that are in the mood to feel and have fun. It may not be perfect, but this could be the best animation-hybrid movie in recent years.
Thelma the Unicorn (2024)
Am I the only one that didn't like it?
I'm sorry to say this but even as someone that loves rock music, this one was honestly not good. Thelma The Unicorn is just nothing but a bland kids movie that misses the mark of music representation badly. Maybe not something horrible with the okay animation, but that won't make up for an uninspiring story that pushes down on its moral of being yourself, annoying characters, easily forgettable songs, an obnoxious pop musical number that I'm glad would never make the radio, a highly inconsistent logic of animals in the humanity society for all the wrong reasons, and comedy that can be odd and kinda non-existent. I honestly would say that the kids would be more suitable so that they can enjoy the talking animals and the unicorn herself. Other than that, even if you are a music fan, I don't really think this will be worth your time. There are movies out there like Almost Famous and School of Rock that do a better job with the music representation. I really gave this a chance and hoped to be something worth watching considering that the book it was based on is the same author as The Bad Guys. But I guess maybe that has the much better materials to be something great. So if you really want to be someone special, don't be a unicorn. Be a bad guy.
War for the Planet of the Apes (2017)
The End of Caesar's Story
I think we all know how awesome the previous two were and not only were exciting to watch, but also really epic and really intense. But this is a lot more than I would expect. War for the Planet of the Apes is heads down, the best of the three movies from the 2010s. It really does have the same material to be strong as ever with wonderful visuals and highly intense action. But it has upgraded a lot to conclude the trilogy from the 2010s with how engaging the story is about survival on war. Along with a lot of character development featuring some of the most shocking twists within that I've seen in any movie, especially when we get to the final act and we get to know on the whole purpose of the humanity's war against the apes. And especially for having a really powerful social commentary on consequences of war. For those that have truly enjoyed Rise and Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, you will definitely have an even awesome time. Without spoiling, this is the end of Caesar's story. So with the new movie that just came out, we will get a brand new era the franchise has to offer.
Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (2014)
An Excellent Action-Packed Movie
Dawn of the Planet of the Apes is as intense as ever that makes its predecessor into a franchise, to give a lot of growth to the environment around these apes. It has provided not only to make the story engaging, but to show its audience the environment where the apes would live after the events of Rise of the Planet of the Apes. The same would apply with the characters both apes and humans. And not to mention with addition of stunning action, along with editing and special effects that make these scenes look chaotic. Not just that, but even the atmosphere the apes live in really does give a great match. If you enjoyed the first movie, then I think you will enjoy this one a bit more. You should check it out. After watching the ending, this convinces me to be thankful the fact the third installment exists. That means the story of Caesar is not over. I'm definitely up for it and we will see how the war continues.
Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011)
I'm Starting To Get Into This Franchise Already
I have heard from people that the franchise is supposed to be even better than the original film. Now I have watched this, I think I may already be getting into the franchise and why many love these movies so much. Rise of the Planet of the Apes is an excellent action-packed movie that reboots the original film and takes to a whole new level. A lot thanks to a highly intense story, awesome editing and special effects that makes the monkey's intelligence look intimidating, great character growth especially for Caesar's intentions throughout the movie, exciting action during the final act, and a powerful social commentary on animal abuse for experimenting. I think this will be the movie worth watching, even those that were like me and have not watched any of the movies. Once you give this a watch, I can guarantee you that it will make you want to catch up to the entire franchise. This has given this to a really great start and really has given me its first impression. Can't wait to watch more of these so even I can rise with the apes.
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor (2023)
An Awesome Survival
This may be a bit of a hot take, but I think I really enjoyed this game a lot more than Fallen Order. Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is even more worth playing than the predecessor. While there may have been some minor struggles, it's the kind of game that any Star Wars fan would love to explore with an open world gameplay, along with some upgrade moves that makes several moments any player can use to get pass through. Not only that, the plot for it is pretty engaging where as the game is called Survivor, it really does get intense the way it tells the story about the fall of the Jedi and how they survive. And the graphics are very breathtaking not only for the world, but especially for its cutscenes that make the game cinematic. If you have enjoyed playing Fallen Order, I think you are gonna enjoy this more. I know some say that EA hasn't always been good on Star Wars when it comes to the Battlefront reboots, but at least this and Fallen Order are the games that any fan could ask for. The fall of the Jedi indeed was tough, but the survival through it was worth it. Happy Star Wars Day.
Inside Out (2015)
The True Feelings of Pixar
This movie is the perfect way to describe Pixar, as a studio that not only entertains, but also to make us feel. And this one is no exception. Inside Out is easily one of the best movies Pixar has created. It was crafted beautifully for its concept that's about emotions and what may be going on in your head. And it really exceeds its concept wonderfully for having a heartfelt story, very creative animation, its world building of how the mind works, very cute comedy, incredibly crafted characters that demonstrate the emotions they are, and especially for having an emotional connection to Riley's struggle. This is definitely a movie that everybody should watch, especially those that are like me and truly admire Pixar's works. I know some may say that the studio is not as great as it used to be, but no matter what, I've always been all for any Pixar film for each film that gets released and can still make great films to this day. And that's exactly how I feel with this movie for being the highlight of what makes Pixar so great.
Knuckles (2024)
Knuckles' Own Series (But Not Really)
Knuckles is a type of series that is more of a promotion for Sonic The Hedgehog 3. I'll say that there are some redeemable things it got right such as great visuals, enjoyable action scenes and good acting. But I feel that the story for this miniseries relies more on Wade than giving Knuckles a story arc, which can sometimes make it sound like a generic bowling story and that Knuckles himself can often be treated more of a side character. I think this series will be a lot more suitable for those that are huge fans of the Sonic films. However I know that not everyone has Paramount Plus, so you probably won't miss much from it. Considering we are getting another Sonic movie right at the end of this year, maybe I can look at this series as a side project and would just save the real fun for it. Maybe Paramount Plus will do more of this in the future with other characters having their own series perhaps after the events of the third film seeing the direction how the franchise will probably go. As this series has given Knuckles his own arc after the events of the second film, at least it tried.
Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024)
Not as Awesome as I Hoped
King Fu Panda 4 is by far the weakest of the franchise, but can still be a good movie. I will say there's some that has let me down like how the story didn't take enough time to make the franchise a comeback and some characters like Chameleon and (sometimes) Zhen being uninteresting, along with the fact the Furious Five only appeared right at the ending and didn't provide any room for the movie. But it can still provide what makes the franchise enjoyable thanks to stunning action scenes, some enjoyable throwback to some of the characters from the previous film on the third act, and animation that's as amazing as ever. Maybe fans of the franchise may enjoy this, but I don't think you should keep your expectations high since there will be instances from this where you may probably feel the franchise wouldn't be the same without. It feels that the movie doesn't have much awesomeness as the first three were, this one was just decent.
Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV (2024)
The Dark Side of Nick Sitcoms
I'm gonna be honest, I'm someone who has never gotten much into Nickelodeon's live action stuff. Maybe it's just me, but perhaps it's I have been more of a 2000s kid that has grew up much often with Cartoon Network and Disney Channel (and a little bit of Nick when it comes to their cartoons). Now I've seen the documentary, this made me want to distance their sitcoms even more. Which is the right thing for these victims to call out the monster that made these shows. Quiet on Set explains the dark side of the Nick sitcoms. There were so many things that are worth listening behind the scenes from The Amanda Show, to All That, to Drake and Josh, to ICarly, to Victorious, to Sam and Cat. A lot of these people that are involved to these shows has hold Dan Schneider and the three predators accountable for their actions that have affected their lives. Not just the harassment, but also a lot of other messed up things that have happened during the production for each season. Maybe the only complaint is that there could've been some victims that would've explained their story like Amanda Bynes since she was the star of her show and she would've explained her experience on the show. But other than that, this documentary has done very well explaining the entire story. As episode five said it best, this is the story that must be told, especially for any Nick fan. I know those that may have grew up with the Nick sitcoms are probably gonna have a hard watch, so I want those groups to hear me out right now. What the documentary is gonna explain is something true fans of these shows should listen in order to know behind the scenes. Maybe this should be a lesson to future kids sitcoms, to avoid any type of production like how Dan Schneider would handle all his shows and make sure these kids that are involved with these shows can have a safe and healthy environment when doing acting for them.
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (2024)
More Kong, Less Godzilla
Godzilla and Kong would've made a great team, but not a lot to convince that they would be honestly. Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire is an okay movie, but probably the weakest of the MonsterVerse movies so far. The movie would mostly rely onto the story of Kong that it has forgot to give a plot for Godzilla. The most we would see from Godzilla is that he travels and that's it, with not much new from him. That and just like in the other MonsterVerse movies, I really did not care for the human characters. I felt they haven't gotten a lot of character suitable for this movie. The only ones I see does try to put effort to the movie's purpose is Jia. However, it can be well enough to be an exciting monster film with awesome battle scenes that feature abilities for each monster that they have, along with great atmosphere for Hollow Earth. I'd say that it can be a good movie for Godzilla fans for the monster fights. But if you're expecting this to be something like Godzilla Minus One, I wouldn't set your expectations that high. It was not that bad as it is for a monster movie, but could've done a lot more.
Monsters University (2013)
How Mike and Sully Met
As a college movie, this is not as strong as the original movie. But as a prequel, it is pretty good. Monsters University is an enjoyable prequel that does explain nicely of how it works in order to work at a scaring company. It may be far from being amazing with a generic collage story and some instances where it doesn't feel it has connection for the original. But there are also times it does want to be a prequel thanks to some enjoyable comedy and the final act that truly steals the movie, along with strong animation. Of course, this will be the movie for those that truly enjoyed the original film. However, I wouldn't set the expectations too high since this is a collage movie and there's not really a lot of connection to the original. There are better Pixar movies out there in my opinion, but at least it did a good job with this prequel.