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Nell Minow Movie Mom 6 days ago B+ "Wicker" is a joyously bawdy fairy tale, a cheeky remix of "Beauty and the Beast," and a sly satire of social hierarchies, with some poignant themes of mortality. It is wildly unexpected and a ton of fun. Go to Full Review Wicker (2026) 94% - -

Nell Minow Movie Mom Oct 23, 2026 A- It is an astonishing achievement, spectacularly beautiful, touching, exciting, and meaningful. Go to Full Review Wildwood (2026) 99% - -

Nell Minow Movie Mom Oct 16, 2026 B+ Austen’s story and characters, appealing young performers, and beautiful cinematography and score (Roger Goula) make this a worthy watch and a reason to be optimistic about the inevitable future version. Go to Full Review Sense and Sensibility (2026) 78% - -

Nell Minow Movie Mom Oct 2, 2026 C I can understand why two of Hollywood’s most accomplished and talented actresses would want to produce and star in a book with two juicy parts for women. But ooof, despite Anne Hathaway and Dakota Johnson doing their best, this movie is a dumb, dull, dud. Go to Full Review Verity (2026) 31% - -

Nell Minow Movie Mom Sep 24, 2026 B The discussion of memories is well handled, but what’s best is the relationship of the two heroines, very different in temperament and outlook but appreciating each other. A sweet concluding scene is more magical than even the most fanciful character. Go to Full Review Forgotten Island (2026) 95% - -

Nell Minow Movie Mom Sep 24, 2026 B Pitt is terrific with Odin (played by a dog named Uber), making us feel their deep connection. And Odin is up there with Rin Tin Tin and Lassie in his daring and devotion. Go to Full Review Heart of the Beast (2026) 84% - -

Nell Minow Movie Mom Aug 26, 2026 B+ The movie is enormous fun, with deep understanding and affection for Looney Tunes, its characters and its absurd exploration of the eternal struggles of existence. Go to Full Review Coyote vs. Acme (2026) 96% - -

Nell Minow Movie Mom Aug 24, 2026 B Rebel Wilson’s "Pitch Perfect" experience and love of classic Hollywood shows in her first film as director with vibrant, ebullient musical numbers featuring an outstanding cast of young performers. Go to Full Review The Deb (2024) 85% - -

Nell Minow Movie Mom Aug 20, 2026 B- A very generic Jason Statham movie, with a sprinkling of plot so we can catch our breath between watching the 58- year-old action star take on the bad guys, which, spoiler alert, he still does extremely well. Go to Full Review Mutiny (2026) 49% - -

Nell Minow Movie Mom Aug 12, 2026 B+ The film hits the usual notes of a three-act coming of age story and yet every minute is fresh and specific. Go to Full Review Tony (2026) 93% - -

Nell Minow Movie Mom Aug 6, 2026 A- One of McConaughey's all-time best performances and a luminous, remarkably assured debut from LookingGlass, one of the most enchanting scores of the year. It's immersive, moving, shocking, scary, and characters you will miss when they are gone. Go to Full Review The Rivals of Amziah King (2025) 87% - -

Nell Minow Movie Mom Aug 6, 2026 B- A ridicuously silly premise manages to stay out of the way and let the glossy rom-com take over. It helps that the movie itself does not take the premise too seriously. Go to Full Review One Night Only (2026) 44% - -

Nell Minow Movie Mom Jul 28, 2026 B+ Holland and Zendaya have gracefully grown with their older but wiser characters and their performances are thoughtful and as grounded in a way that balances the heightened tone of any story that involves a person swinging on spider-webs can be. Go to Full Review Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026) 90% - -

Nell Minow Movie Mom Jul 15, 2026 B+ A grand, sweeping, meticulously diligent new version in writer/director Christopher Nolan’s epic version, bristling with Oscar-winning talent and impressive seriousness of purpose. Go to Full Review The Odyssey (2026) 94% - -

Nell Minow Movie Mom Jun 30, 2026 B+ Continues the origin story, adding in the origin story of the movies, plus a robot voiced by Jesse Eisenberg and some love for the fanboys. That’s a quintella of irresistableness and I did not even try to resist. Go to Full Review Minions & Monsters (2026) 89% - -

Nell Minow Movie Mom Jun 25, 2026 B Seeing Kara fight a gigantic, scary-looking guy without her powers and with impaired judgment adds interest. It’s a little messy. But so is Kara, and her path to being a bit less messy by the end is worth watching. Go to Full Review Supergirl (2026) 52% - -

Nell Minow Movie Mom Jun 25, 2026 B+ There are some breathtaking "oners," scenes that are all in one long take, which make Castle’s experiences extremely tense and intense. Director/co-screenwriter Rod Lurie has an eye for telling details. Go to Full Review Lucky Strike (2026) 65% - -

Nell Minow Movie Mom Jun 18, 2026 A- Now in the fifth episode, it is all about new technology, this time as a central theme, explored with insight, adventure, and hilarious jokes. Go to Full Review Toy Story 5 (2026) 92% - -

Nell Minow Movie Mom Jun 16, 2026 A- It rewards rewatching to appreciate the bigger concepts, the vital imporance of fearless curiosity, and above all, no matter how much our fragile hearts try to resist, the central purpose of finding understanding and connection. Go to Full Review Disclosure Day (2026) 79% - -

Nell Minow Movie Mom Jun 3, 2026 B- It's more likely to please the former 8 years olds who still have their action figures than newcomers of any age. Go to Full Review Masters of the Universe (2026) 67% - -