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

THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE OUT OF WATER (Released to Theaters USA 2015)

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 3.8|5.0 Starsììì  The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water—starts well but loses steam after that—runs slow. Children will like it; adults will find it less interesting than the first movie.   Film Poster Courtesy of Google Images Storyline SpongeBob is trying to pry the Krabby Patty secret formula from Plankton hands and it vanishes.  Additional Thanks  Thank you to Director Paul Tibbett for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Paul Tibbett and Mary Parent for making the film possible. Cast members include Antonio Banderas, Tom Kenny, Clancy Brown, Rodger Bumpass, Bill Fagerbakke, Carolyn Lawrence, Mr. Lawrence, and Matt Berry. Buy a ticket?  Yes? No? Maybe?  Maybe. It is not as good as the first film and is not a sequel to the first film. It is a new story that stands alone. Video Critique Available Here: Ben Meyers

 

ONCE UPON A TIME IN MEXICO (Released to Theaters USA 2003)

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 3.8|5.0 Starsììì  Once Upon a Time in Mexico—fun, perky, flavorful—is part 3 of The Mexico Trilogy. Watch for Antonio Banderas and Johnny Depp as well as high level, first rate support casting. The movie is not great, but suitable. Film Poster Courtesy of Wikipedia Storyline A new gunman is in the village and he wants to know where The Mariachi is.  Additional Thanks Thank you to Director and Producer Robert Rodriguez for directing and Producing effort. Thank you to Producer Elizabeth Avellan, Carlos Gallardo, for making the film possible. Cast includes Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek, Johnny Depp, Mickey Rourke, Eva Mendes, Danny Trejo, Enrique Iglesias, Marco Leonardi, Cheech Marin, Rubén Blades, and Willem Defoe.  Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?  Yes. This movie belongs to a series and becomes a better watch if the viewer begins at the first movie: El Mariachi (1993). The movie relies heavily on Mexico small village stage settings. It is a suitable watch. Video Critique Available Here:

 

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PUSS IN BOOTS: THE LAST WISH (Theatrical Release USA 2022)

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 4.3|5.0 Starsìììì 

Puss in Boots: The Last Wish—creative and original—easily earns its watch. WOW!  Puss in Boots: The Last Wish. is a WONDERFUL film that captivates with its nostalgic presentation, great acting, terrific voicing, and fresh storyline. This movie and the first film in the series are great additions to the home video library.

Film Poster Courtesy of Google Images 

Storyline 

Puss loses 8 of his 9 lives and has to make a decision about that loss. 

Additional Thanks 

Thank you to Director Joel Crawford for directing effort. Thank you to Co-Director Januel Mercado, Thank you to Producer Mark Swift for making the film possible. Cast includes: Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek, Harvey Guillen, Florence Pugh, Olivia Colman, Ray Winstone, Samson Kayo, John Mulaney, Wagner Moura, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, and Anthony Mendez. 

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe? 

Yes. This movie is the one to own in the Puss in Boots saga. It’s great to hear Antonio Banderas reprise his role as the voice for the legendary Puss in Boots. WOW! This is a great watch for children and adults alike. Thank you to all involved in making this film work so well.

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