Deadpool & Wolverine – "Up Yours, Fox! I’m Going to Disneyland"

For crying out loud!

The Tribunal of Anachronistic Variations assigns Deadpool a mission, and he teams up with Wolverine.

The plot isn’t the most sophisticated, but the dialogue is filled with crude humor, sharp jabs at the studios producing the movie, critiques of the two lead actors’ careers, and film in general. Marvel finally introduces an intriguing, even fascinating, antagonist. Moreover, it’s a delight to watch the two immortal characters rip each other apart in bloody battles. The multiverse opens endless narrative possibilities, including bringing in characters from independent franchises, though you’ll need to be familiar with early superhero films to understand the cameos. Disney has generously loosened up, allowing an incredible amount of vulgarities. In short, the tone is on par with the first two Deadpool movies.

A quirky film that’s both self-aware and delightfully irreverent, with plenty of meta-commentary on the superhero genre and Hollywood itself.

The Dog’s Trial – "This Dog is Misogynistic"

A griffon has bitten three times and is at risk of being euthanized. Cosmos is given a trial.

This film raises essential questions, particularly about the status of animals and “What is a dog to man?” in a lighthearted tone. It grapples with the paradox of legally killing a living being, while we’ve stopped doing so for humans. A range of contemporary issues, such as feminism, are explored. The technique of anthropomorphizing the dog is both effective and comical, providing plenty of absurd scenes. Laetitia Dosch is charming and amiable, while François Damiens convincingly plays Kodi, the dog, with his menacing look. However, the film strays into unnecessary subplots, like the abused child, the affair between the lawyer and the ethologist, or even the rise of the far-right in Switzerland. In the end, it’s a quirky philosophical tale that avoids falling into sentimentality.

Despite its flaws, it’s a thought-provoking comedy with a unique take on legal ethics and animal rights.

Bad Boys: Ride or Die – "Just Because We're Black, We’re Thieves"

– Windshield wiper fluid is flammable.
– How should I know? I'm not a chemist!

The now-deceased captain of our iconic cop duo is accused of colluding with the cartels. They’ll attempt to clear his name.

The flashy direction somewhat compensates for a weak plot. You’ll leave the movie with tired eyes and ears but a relaxed brain. The dialogue remains delightfully cheesy, supported by the undeniable chemistry of this duo. However, the pair of cops now resemble elderly men. It’s time for retirement! All in all, it’s a fun, mindless ride.