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.

Ties up some loose ends, yet it doesn’t provide all of the answers to questions raised throughout this trilogy.

Delivers enough new elements and surprises to continue the ascent of this fun franchise

Delivers the same magic as the original with sparks of creativity flying off in different directions.

Mixes high school romance and ho-hum heroics for a movie that’s still fun but leaves you wanting something better.

The fourth installment of this venerable franchise returns with a surprisingly touching tale.

Comes off as lifeless and perfunctory despite two strong casting choices and a taste of the franchise’s comedy.

Feels like a stand-alone story with little connection to the franchise other than some of the actors/characters and a country that still doesn’t trust mutants.