Alisha Thomas

Between Barbie and TMNT, this has been the summer of success for unconnected originals. That being said, this could launch the new DCU. Though it does make 1 reference to Superman, it feels very different from the Synderverse DCEU. It gave James Gunn vibes with the comedy, the cosmos, the colorfulness - and also the family dynamics, which definitely takes center stage. You care about all the characters by the end of the movie because the writer takes the time to develop them all (save for maybe one). Because there is more emphasis on relationship, there are not as many action scenes except where it actually moves the story forward. But it pays off because the CGI for once doesn’t look rushed. Everyone in theatre was laughing, watching intently, and left talking about it just like I am now. I docked one star for the first scene which really should have been edited out.

This political thriller has heart, wit, and a break neck pace. The script keeps your heart quickened and is done justice by a phenomenol cast. Everything that is said (and everything that is not said) is purposeful and authentic. For parents: the MA rating is for the more than sparing use of F-bombs and "nudity" which consists of bums both female and male. I appreciate that sex is not used as a tool to keep viewers but as an actual element to the story. The part that may not be fitting for younger adults is the startling realities of global politics.