This week, we feature a fun-filled comedy about a sheep-herding piglet and a classic cartoon about a girl who falls down a rabbit hole.
New Release
‘Land of Bad’
A clandestine U.S. Army Delta Force operation being conducted in the Southern Philippines is assisted by drone operator Reaper (Russell Crowe). When the mission is suddenly compromised, Kinny (Liam Hemsworth), a young Joint Terminal Attack Controller is sent into hostile territory to try to rescue the stranded men.
This is an interesting ripple on the tried-and-true buddy-war formula. Its brisk pace holds the attention and the many spectacular action sequences should please fans of the genre.
Action | Thriller
Release Date: Feb. 16, 2024
Director: William Eubank
Starring: Milo Ventimiglia, Russell Crowe, Liam Hemsworth
Running Time: 1 hour, 50 minutes
MPAA Rating: R
Where to Watch: Theaters
Rated: 3 stars out of 5
Family Pick
‘Babe’
Based on Dick King-Smith’s children’s book “The Sheep-Pig,” this film follows the life of Babe (voiced by Christine Cavanaugh), a piglet that a kind-hearted man named Farmer Hoggett (James Cromwell) wins at a fair. Babe becomes skilled in herding sheep but faces some hurdles interacting with other farm animals.
This charming fable features a plethora of cute talking animals and uses a unique combination of animatronic animals and real ones. It’s good, wholesome entertainment (with some light peril) for the entire family.
Comedy | Drama | Family
Release Date: Aug. 4, 1995
Director: Chris Noonan
Starring: James Cromwell, Magda Szubanski, Christine Cavanaugh
Running Time: 1 hour, 31 minutes
MPAA Rating: G
Where to Watch: Amazon, Vudu, Apple TV
Rated: 4 stars out of 5
A Simpleton in the Big City
‘The Jerk’
Navin (Steve Martin) lives a sheltered life as a country bumpkin who was adopted by a kind black family in Mississippi. One day, Navin strikes off on his own to St. Louis—but soon discovers that big city life is much more challenging than he imagined.
This entertaining 1970s comedy features a fast-paced series of Steve Martin-powered sight gags and wry innuendos that seem to get more over-the-top as his character bumbles from one bizarre misadventure to the next. It’s funny, yet crude in places.
Comedy
Release Date: Dec 14, 1979
Director: Carl Reiner
Starring: Steve Martin, Bernadette Peters, Catlin Adams
Running Time: 1 hour, 34 minutes
MPAA Rating: R
Where to Watch: Amazon, Vudu, Apple TV
Rated: 3.5 stars out of 5
Adventure Down a Rabbit Hole
‘Alice in Wonderland’
When young girl Alice (Kathryn Beaumont) tumbles down a rabbit hole, she discovers an enchanted land. She encounters some friendly beings, but also the wicked Queen of Hearts (Verna Felton).
There is so much to love about this timeless Disney classic. From the fluid animation and vivid colors to the zany characters, this film is truly incredible.
Animation | Adventure | Comedy
Release Date: July 28, 1951
Director: Clyde Geronimi, Wilfred Jackson, Hamilton Luske
Starring: Kathryn Beaumont, Ed Wynn, Richard Haydn
Running Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes
Not Rated
Where to Watch: Hoopla, Vudu, Amazon
Rated: 4.5 stars out of 5
