Storks (review)

  When you have kids and the television is on they are bound to catch a preview of a movie.  Then when a movie declares it's coming out tomorrow their ears perk up with full on attention.  They stop what they are doing listen to the commercial then proceed to let you know

 who:them
 when: tomorrow
 where: movies
 what: "we are seeing it!"
 how: your paying and popcorn is mandatory

  That's how every discussion goes when a new movie comes out.  A new animated film that is.  I must admit we have gone to a lot, some I didn't want to go to others I wished I hadn't but, some I'm glad I did.  Lucky for the kids I wanted to see this one.

  Storks is rated PG.  This was a clean PG rating.  I don't recall anything I was uncomfortable with my children seeing or hearing.  The movie runs for 1 hour and 40 minutes.  Starring roles go to Kelsey Grammer and Jennifer Aniston.

  The storks used to deliver babies but are in a new business.  They shut the baby business down due to an accident.  One stork is up for promotion and is tasked with termination.  This termination is what makes the story along with a letter.

  My kids and I all enjoyed the movie.  This isn't a freak occurrence.  Sometimes I like something and they don't.  Also I can rate this movie good because I didn't have to take anyone to the bathroom .  I could start rating movies with toilet icons based on how many times I have to take a child sometimes.  The were able to provide a summary of the movie, retell funny parts and laugh throughout the movie.  I enjoyed it as it was funny and entertaining.  The jokes are not geared towards adults as much as most animated films are.  This is a very funny wholesome movie.  The colors are bright, the babies are adorable and use this show as a springboard to learn more about storks.

  During the movie....... the question does rise of where do babies come from.

  You have to watch it to find out.  I did and now I know!

Kubo and The Two Strings (movie review)

I recently was roped into seeing Kubo.  The two culprits work well as a team when it benefits them and involves popcorn.  Most of the time the movies I'm subjected to watch with the small people are good and this one fell into that category.

  Kubo is an animated fantasy adventure film rated PG that runs for 1 hour and 42 minutes. Main characters voices come from Matthew McConaughey and Charlize Theron.

After seeing this movie I now realize that PG ratings need to be further investigated.  This movie had some scenes that I was concerned about the perception from my kids but I know they were ok because they didn't mention it afterwords, so that's good.

Kubo starts out with supporting his mom and winds up running from spirits.  Along the way he is accompanied by a monkey and a beetle.  He plays beautiful music that creates living origami.  Some of the origami is for entertainment and other pieces save lives.

Some questionable images that brought concern for my kids were scattered throughout the movie.  Like I said since the kids didn't seem to be impacted by it I shouldn't be too worried.  Kubo had his eye stolen by his grandpa.  He had the visible scar even if your child didn't catch the line of what happened to it.  Some evil spirits are set free and pursue Kubo for his remaining good eye.  These are just a few scenes in the movie.

Overall it was a good movie.  The images were so real and lifelike.  The random touches of the Asian culture make it extra special.  Origami, lifestyle and traditions throughout the movie led to discussions with my kids of a far away land!

The movie is still in theaters and if your looking for a kids movie (that is not a baby film) this is the one for you.  

10 Cloverfield Lane (Movie Review)

  So another week has passed and another movie I did see.  Over the weekend I got to see 10 Cloverfield Lane.  From the previews I had seen it was one of two shows that I wanted to see so I am glad I got out to see it.

  10 Cloverfield Lane is rated PG -13 and runs for 1 hour and 46 minutes.  It has a great cast to include: John Goodman, Mary Elizabeth Winstead and John Gallagher Jr.  This movie is not exactly a thriller but more of a suspense mystery movie.

  With such a small cast of actors it's axing I didn't get bored following the plot.  All the actors played a great role.  An important role to keep the movie going.  They played convincing roles throughout the movie and I enjoyed all their unique acting styles.

  The movie circles around a young lady stuck, held captive, kidnapped or just residing there of her own free will in a home.  She tries to convince herself that all is well but slowly loses reality throughout the movie.  People have got to be lying to her with such a bizarre story how could it be true.

  Aliens, monsters , nuclear attacks whatever is going on outside you are safer in the house. Your alive if you stay inside.  How many people are prepared to ride out a national disaster?  How close are they to your house and are you friends with them.  The house was definitely set up to sustain life.

  I liked this movie as everything was kept clean.  A movie without couples making out or even kissing was nice.  This movie was about finding out the real reason why she was where she was and why was she there.  She makes friends with another individual and they will get out of that house one way or the other.

  This is a nice little snuggle with you friend movie and focus on the plot of the movie.  I enjoyed my tub of popcorn and watched the whole thing just wondering what was going to happen next.  The suspense was great.

  Check out the movie and see how it ends. This is definitely one you watch all the way through.