War for the Planet of the Apes is a fitting conclusion to a solid trilogy or a wonderful launching pad for what comes next.

Transformers: The Last Knight means well even as the plot points fly apart like an exploding Autobot.

Alien: Covenant blends the concepts of Prometheus with the terror and excitement of the best Alien films.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 blends comedy, effects and hit (Earth) songs for another awesome mix.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 is like a Thanksgiving Day feast for the senses.

Colossal is a metaphorical misadventure that goes far off the rails.

Life is a blatant rip-off of the Alien franchise — and a damn good one.

The Space Between Us lives up to its promise before crashing to the surface.

Passengers is the perfect film for people disinterested in plot challenges of any type.

Arrival meanders along at a pedestrian pace.

The Lobster is a bit like contemplating the 10-pound sack of sugar at Costco.

Captain America: Civil War surpasses expectations as both a superhero movie and an Avengers film.