NOVOCAINE (Released to Theaters USA 2025)

 

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 4.1|5.0 Starsìììì  Novocaine—original and intriguing—has action with some comic relief. Know that it is not a family movie and relies on several horrific, cringeworthy torture scenes to tell its story. Jack Quaid, son of Dennis Quaid, is a perfect casting choice for this film.  Film Poster Courtesy of Google Images Storyline  Nathan Caine is the assistant manager of a bank in San Diego, California. Three Santa Clauses rob that bank.  Additional Thanks  Thank you to Directors Dan Berk and Robert Olsen for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Drew Simon, Tory Tunnell, Joby Harold, Sam Speiser, Julian Rosenberg, and Matt Schwartz for making the film possible. Cast includes Jack Quaid, Amber Midthunder, Ray Nicholson, Betty Gabriel, Matt Walsh, Jacob, Batalon,  Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe? Yes. Be aware there are some sexual references that are easy to skip. This film relies on a very well written story, well acted and portrayed. The violence is over-the-top  cringeworthy. Video Critique Available Here: Ben Meyers

PADDINGTON IN PERU (Released to Theaters UK 2024)

 

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 4.3|5.0 Starsìììì  Paddington in Peru—family friendly—makes a great sequel to the first two Paddington Bear movies. The movie is full of good will and lovability. It is sweet from beginning to end. Film Poster Courtesy of Google Images  Storyline Paddington gets a letter from the Reverend Mother that he needs to check on his "aunt." He takes a trip to visit his Aunt Lucy. Additional Thanks Thank you to Director Dougal Wilson for directing effort. Thank you to Producer Rosie Alison for making the film possible. Cast includes Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Carla Tous, Olivia Colman, Antonio Banderas, and Ben Whishaw.  Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?  Yes. The movie runs on good values and has love written into every line. It is a good addition to the family home video library. WOW! Bravo! A quality, family watch. Video Critique Available Here: Ben Meyers