The bumps along the way quickly disappear in the rearview mirror, leaving you alone to enjoy the rest of the ride.

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings introduces new characters, offers them a chance to save the world and prepares them for what will come along down the line.

Free Guy appeals to both hard-core enthusiasts and casual gamers alike with an inviting setting where you’ll want to plop your avatar, uh, yourself for a couple of hours.

The Green Knight is visual masturbation masquerading as cinematic entertainment.

Jungle Cruise presents both adventure and constant danger at a level much higher and more engaging than the work of even the best Disney skippers.

Marvel beat out the James Bond franchise with Black Widow as what feels like the first female James Bond movie.

Not even the star power of Gal Gadot can save Wonder Woman 1984 from its many WWTF moments.

Soul emphasizes the importance of music and mentors/teachers while delivering some soul-sucking sadness and ennui.

Does little to help us rekindle the original film’s energy or, I fear, its success.

Floors it as two brothers take on a valiant quest to reunite loved ones using long-dormant magic.

Reinforces the established theory that most video games should not be turned into movies.

Rather than deplane before you reach Fantasy Island, settle back in your seat and ride out this surprisingly entertaining horror flick.