The Dink (2026)

 

I felt obligated to see this one as an avid pickleballer. The opening premise and character introductions were actually pretty good, but it descended into lame tropes from there. 

Rating: C-

Zootopia 2 (2025)

 

While I had a good time at the first Zootopia, the sequel had me yawning and zoning out. The plot and hijinks played out more like a Bad Guys movie, which is to say, sloppy and juvenile. Not at all engaging for a thinking adult. 

Rating: D

Soul (2020)

A little of everything, like jazz. Some Freaky Friday, Heaven Can Wait, and What Dreams May Come blended together with unique animation. Surprised they didn’t tie everything together with his purpose being to inspire others by helping them find their spark, like with 22 and his music students. 

Rating: C+