Camp Rock 3
‘Camp Rock 3’ feels like a family-centric win. But be careful of those worldview rocks just beneath the surface.
The Ribbon Hero
By and large, Netflix’s ‘The Ribbon Hero’ is a tangled knot of artistic interpretation and muddled spirituality.
Young Washington
‘Young Washington’ is a strong and largely accurate look at an overlooked period of American history. But it’s not free of its own concerns.
Minions & Monsters
The Minions get predictably chaotic in Minions & Monsters, but this time, they decide to conjure up monsters via a spellbook.
Panda Plan 2: The Magical Tribe
‘Panda Plan 2’ has a great message about family. But mystical elements, minor language and suggestive moments might give some families … paws.
Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
Don’t let nostalgia or the G rating fool you: Willy Wonka will likely be just as sour as it is sweet for younger viewers.
Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender
‘Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender’ brings back the animated TV series’ lighthearted humor, cartoony violence and spiritual murkiness.
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu
‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ feels like an old Ray Harryhausen creature feature. ‘Course, all those beasties come with teeth, and the movie does, too.
Apollo 13
Director Ron Howard balances meticulous detail and gripping drama to make ‘Apollo 13’ an appealing slice of historical heroism.
Moana (2026)
Disney’s live-action remake of 2016’s ‘Moana’ is practically a shot-for-shot adaptation filled with Polynesian-inspired spirituality, thumping danger and silly gags.