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‘The Flash’
In yet another retread of a popular fleet-footed comic book superhero, Ezra Miller stars as The Flash, who accidentally travels back in time after using his speed powers. Things become complicated when he realizes that his time-traveling has unforeseen consequences.
This film features a bizarre, convoluted storyline, corny dialogue, and some underwhelming acting performances (mainly on the part of Ezra Miller). If you need any further proof that the comic book superhero film genre is beginning to wear out its welcome—this is it.
Family Pick
When Miss Anna Montgomery (Olivia d'Abo) comes to a small Texas town from England on a foreign exchange program, she finds that her new underachieving students lack enthusiasm. Although it’s an uphill battle, she tries to improve the kids’ lives through soccer.
This film features plenty of laugh-out-loud comedy, and underneath its rather typical underdog-team storyline are some wholesome messages about selflessness, teamwork, and the benefits of hard work—themes that are all the more valuable for kids in these challenging times.
A Dazzling Japanese Epic
In feudal Japan, the life of a petty thief (Tatsuya Nakadai) is spared because he resembles the powerful but ailing daimyo Takeda Shingen. To prevent powerful enemy clans from sensing a weakness when Shingen does pass away, his clan hatches a plan to have the thief impersonate the leader.
This is one of famed director Akira Kurosawa’s most affecting epics, featuring exquisite cinematography, beautiful costumes with sumptuous colors, and a premise that keeps one wondering what will happen next.
A Rousing Wartime Drama
When cocky bush pilot Brian MacLean (James Cagney) joins the Royal Canadian Air Force, he discovers that his superior is the ex-boyfriend of the woman he married.
The first part of this war movie features a believable love triangle between its main characters, while the rest forms a gripping World War II tale about the brave, selfless pilots who fought the German Luftwaffe.
