Description - Scott Lang and Hope Van Dyne, along with Hank Pym and Janet Van Dyne, explore the Quantum Realm, where they interact with strange creatures and embark on an adventure that goes beyond the limits of what they thought was possible.
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KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania is mind-blowing; I enjoyed it a lot mainly because of its amazing CGI. But, the acting is stunning and the script is hilarious. This film definitely held my attention from start to end.The storyline follows a man/superhero named Scott Lang (Paul Rudd), whose daughter Cassie Lang (Kathryn Newton) creates a device that can send messages to the Quantum Realm. After a signal is sent a portal appears, and they all get sucked in -- Scott and Cassie along with Hank Pym (Michael Douglass), Hope Van Dyne (Evangeline Lilly) and Janet Van Dyne (Michelle Pfeiffer). They explore the Quantum Realm and try to find a way out.
I really enjoyed this film. Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania is really amazing, particularly since I am a huge MCU / Marvel fan. One thing that caught my attention is the CGI which is very realistic. The sets, the aliens, and even the Quantum ships all look so real. Another thing that really pops out is the acting, which is amazing. For instance, when one of them gets hurt it looks real, because the actors bring that to life. When someone uses their powers that also looks very realistic. For example, when Kang does his energy blast it looks so real. Also, when Scott and Cassie transform and change sizes throughout the movie that is excellent. The humorous dialogue really is one of the best parts. I particularly enjoyed the part when Scott doesn't know what the Quantum people are saying; his reaction is hilarious. I laughed almost throughout the whole film. Another thing I really like is the cinematography. I just love how when something explodes the camera shakes along with it; that made me feel as if I was there in the scene.
The film's lesson is an inspiring reminder that, just because something isn't happening to you, it doesn't mean it's not happening. I relate to this because I find that people will ignore your problems, but when the same thing happens to them they start to understand how you felt. Be aware that it does contain some gore, weaponry and foul language.
I give Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania 5 out of 5 stars and I recommend it for ages 12 to 18, plus adults. This film releases available in theaters February 19, 2023. Be sure to check it out.
By Gavin S. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 11
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania manages to clench the undying thirst for the unknown within the Marvel Cinematic Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania Universe, yet introduces so much that it doesn't really introduce anything at all. While being carried on the back of a strong performance by Jonathan Majors, Ant-Man: Quantumania is strictly a setup film, which is somewhat pointless, because it sets up what Marvel fans already know. Regardless of leaving little to no impact, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania's visuals are where it shines, literally and figuratively. In a film that takes place almost entirely in a CGI world, Marvel creates its own Star Wars and perfects every minute computer generated detail.
Picking up after the events of Avengers: Endgame, with the entire world rehabilitating, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania kicks off (or flies off, because... ants). The audience sees the new luxurious life of Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) - Hero, father and self-proclaimed "author." The story quickly introduces the new struggle Scott has for raising his newly teenage daughter, Cassie Lang (Kathryn Newton). When Cassie reveals she has been tampering with Quantum Realm technology, it's too late. The whole Ant-Man crew gets shrunken down into the Quantum Realm (a subatomic world beneath Earth). The rest of the story follows the whole family venturing to find a way out of the realm, while Kang the Conqueror hunts them relentlessly.
For the past couple years, Marvel has had major controversy regarding their CGI and VFX artists (mainly with their Disney+ shows). At least for Ant-Man: Quantumania, they seem to be back on track, or starting to be. The images are impeccable and matched with a strong score; the auditory and visual experience is automatically enhanced. IMAX is the correct way to view the film. Despite the irrelevant plot, Jonathan Majors conquers the show. He emphasizes the true power of Kang, with a blood-curdling scream that'll make sure he is thought about well after the credits roll. Although, the film fails to utilize him to the extent they could have, leaving the audience wanting more, and not in a positive way.
Like all the other films put through the Marvel formula, this film does not disappoint with its fair share of comedy, foul language and violence. When dealing with a villain known for annihilating entire worlds and timelines, of course the audience will see a lot more than a simple punch thrown on the big screen. In terms of gore however, it does not go there to a large extent. Underneath the antics, the story pairs with a large theme of family, and teaches the moral that love of all kinds always perseveres.
I give Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania 3 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 8 to 18, plus adults. You can find Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania in theatres on February 17, 2023. Make sure to check it out!
By Jude A., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 16
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania isn't my favorite Marvel movie ever. It seems like it has way too much CGI and, partially due to that, is super unrealistic. Plus, this film is not as entertaining as the previous ones were. I feel like Marvel sort of lost the spark they had.
The story starts off at a new place and we meet a new character. Then we see Ant-Man, aka Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) and we see him back with his partner Hope Van Dyne (Evangeline Lilly) and his daughter Cassie Lang (Kathryn Newton). His daughter decides to send out a message to the Quantum Realm. It is honestly really cool how the rest of the film plays out.
I am disappointed in this film and feel that Marvel has changed a lot, perhaps due to Disney's influence. I could definitely see the amount of green screen they used in this film. For example I could see a lot of different places all at once, but the over-saturated visuals make it unflattering. Paul Rudd really portrays Ant-man quite well; he gives life to Ant-Man, which he made a name for. What really made me love this character is how he expresses himself and how much he made me laugh. Also, Evangeline Lilly's portrayal of the Wasp is outstanding; she really portrays Cassie's mom as someone trying her best to be there for her daughter. Plus, the two of them have a really good on-camera relationship - they really seem to have fun and show how good their connection is. Last, the script seems to lack overall structure; I couldn't really understand it. It seems almost childish and, at the same time, it's funny for both kids and adults. It seems to have lost its edge as a Marvel movie in becoming somewhat of a Disney mystical Princess movie.
The film's message is that your word is one of the most important things you have as a human and you can't break it. Be aware that there is some profanity and a lot of physical violence in this film.
I give Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania 3 out of 5 stars and recommend for ages 14 to 18, plus adults. It releases in theaters February 17, 2023.
By Miguel C., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 13
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania is the new raging Marvel movie! It's packed with action and comedy that I loved! This film is captivating and visually incredible.
This storyline follows the journey of Scott, also known as Ant-Man (Paul Rudd), and his daughter Cassandra (Kathryn Newton) who end up in the Quantum Realm with a few other people. As Cassie gains powers, she begins to experiment with them. The group is transported to the Quantum Realm. It's up to them to get out safely with the many challenging obstacles they have ahead.
This film is every Marvel fan's dream. The main characters are Scott and Cassie Lang, accompanied by Hope van Dyne (Evangeline Lilly), Hank (Michael Douglas), Janet (Michelle Pfeiffer) and Kang (Jonathan Majors). These actors portray so much emotion throughout the film, plus they deliver their lines with humor, and I definitely found myself laughing while watching the film. The special effects are phenomenal and illustrate the Quantum Realm in such an interesting way. My favorite part is when the group drinks the special potion that makes them understand the foreign languages. By doing that, the humans and creatures from the Quantum Realm can converse and get a hint about the motives of the other group. It's a clever idea. Of course, I can't forget the costumes. The Ant-Man and Wasp suits, as well as Cassie's, look awesome, and they are a repeat from the previous Ant-Man movies. I do recommend watching the first two Ant-Man movies in order to understand the backstory, but it isn't completely necessary.
The film's message is that you should always put family first, because you are stronger together. The film has a heartfelt story about how family means everything and they will always be there for you. Cassie and Scott care about each other so much that they would sacrifice themselves to keep the other safe. There is some slight profanity, but nothing too inappropriate. There is a lot of action and blood, which may be disturbing for younger viewers.
I give Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 12 to 18, plus adults. It comes out in theaters on February 17, 2023. Come and join us in the Quantum Realm!
By Sydney S., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 12
The highly "ant-ticipated" three-quel to the Ant-Man franchise, Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania, is here! Not only does this movie deliver another thrilling Ant-Man story, it also serves as a building block for the future of the MCU. This is a "can't miss" movie for Marvel fans, new and old.
In Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania, Scott Lang, aka Ant-Man (Paul Rudd), Cassie Lang (Kathryn Newton), Hope Van Dyne (Evangeline Lilly), Hank Pym (Michael Douglas) and Janet Van Dyne (Michelle Pfeiffer) find themselves trapped in the Quantum Realm. And much to their surprise, it's full of life. But their arrival brings a lot of unwanted attention, especially from the terrible and tyrannical Kang the Conqueror (Jonathan Majors). The fate of the multiverse is in their hands, so what will they do?
Since this is the third movie in the franchise, I highly recommend watching the first two Ant-Man movies. As the first movie of Marvels Phase 5, it has a lot to live up to, and it does. Unlike the Thor movies - which went from more serious to more humorous - this franchise does the opposite. The Ant-Man squad face arguable the most powerful villain in the MCU, Kang the Conqueror, and this film takes a darker turn. However, thanks to clever writing and Paul Rudd's delivery, it still has the ability to deliver moments of humor in just the right times and the right ways. As Scott Lang, Paul plays the goofy, funny and slightly irresponsible father we all want; and as Ant-Man, he's our favorite brave and lovable pint-sized hero. David Dastmalchian always contributes to the humor as Kurt, but in this installment, he actually plays a new character, Veb. Although Veb and Kurt are very different, they are both absolutely hilarious. Kathryn Newton steps in as Cassie Lang in this movie. We really get a deeper dive into Cassie's character and what she stands for - I loved every second of it. My favorite character is the caf� owner (Ruben Rabasa), because he has one of the funniest lines in the film. Jonathan Majors, as Kang, is super powerful and convinces the audience of his evil nature so well that you really hate him throughout the film. Be sure to stay until the end for some very important end-credit scenes.
The message of this movie is that family is everything. Be aware that there is violence and drinking.
I give Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 12 to 18, plus adults. Marvel and Ant-Man fans will also enjoy this movie. Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania releases in theaters on February 17, 2023.
By Katherine S., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 15
Juror Recommended Age: 8-18
Suggested Retail Price: $
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MOON GIRL AND DEVIL DINOSAUR - DISNEY CHANNEL
Series: TV SERIES, AGES 8-12
Description - Based on Marvel's hit comic books, "Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur" follows the adventures of super-genius Lunella Lafayette and her 10-ton T-Rex, Devil Dinosaur, whom she accidentally brings into present-day New York City through a portal. Bolstered by Devil Dino's fierce loyalty and brawn and the loving support of her family and best friend Casey, Lunella sets out to make a difference and protect her beloved Lower East Side neighborhood.
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KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Based on the comics of the same name, Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur is a witty, realistic and charming animated series for all superhero lovers, young and old!Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur follows Lunella Lafayette (Diamond White), 13-year-old genius, after she accidentally brings a dinosaur (Fred Tatasciore) to her home in present-day New York City via a self-made portal. With the dinosaur's help, they protect the Lower East side from harm, and become known as "Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur."
This show is based on the hit comic books from Marvel. I love how each episode feels like a mini movie. There's so much attention to detail and each episode has a very focused storyline. This series isn't as intense or violent as other Marvel shows and films, so it is much more suitable for younger audiences. Even though Lunella is a super genius and has a pet dinosaur, the show is incredibly relatable. It's full of diverse characters, as well as a diverse cast and crew, and it highlights realistic things that would and could happen to a teenager living in New York City. The animation is dazzling. All of the colors pop and the designs for the characters and backgrounds are so vibrant. It looks like it's straight out of a comic book! I absolutely love the intro song, written and produced by Raphael Saadiq, and performed by Diamond White. It's so catchy and bubbly, and it really fits the vibe of the show. I also like the performances of Lunella and her family. Lunella is voiced by Diamond White, and she truly sounds just like a normal teenage girl. She, along with her family, are so hilarious as their characters have good comedic chemistry. My favorite character is Devil Dinosaur (Fred Tatasciore) because, even though he's a 10-ton dinosaur, he's so cute and loving towards Lunella.
The messages of this show are to use your gifts to help the world, and to help those who can't help themselves.
give Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 8 to 12, plus adults. The first epis
ode of this show releases on the Disney Channel February 10, 2023 and will release on Disney+ shortly after.
By Katherine S., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 14
Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur are ready to fight crime in the new animated series: Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur! Based on the comic book of the same name, this show highlights the world of S.T.E.M. to young children and inspires learning more about it. Fans of the original comic book and other Marvel fans will love the new series as well.
Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur follows 13-year-old super-genius Lunella Lafayette (Diamond White), who one day--while helping bring power back to her town--accidentally makes a time portal and spawns a ten-ton red T-Rex, Devil Dinosaur (Fred Tatasciore), into present-day New York City. The duo works together on missions to protect the city's Lower East Side from danger.
I love how well the series connects to the actual comic book featuring the main characters Lunella and Devil Dinosaur. From the animation, the costumes, to the gadgets, everything relates to the original comic story. My favorite part of the series is when Lunella is fighting multiple villains in the episode. During that time she is constantly asked what her hero name is and she never is able to give an answer. That scene adds humor to the show and gives a bit of backstory on the title. It's incredible how Marvel is now incorporating a kids' animated series to the MCU. It's a great addition! The characters are extremely relatable in this series. Great detail is given to character development and design, even down to Lunella's goggles. I love the way different shapes appear in them based on what she's saying or on her emotions. This show is highly creative.
This series highlights the importance of friendship, acceptance, being yourself and using your strengths to do something great. In the series, even though the Devil Dinosaur randomly shows up and is a different species, Lunella is able to bond and become friends with it. She also gets teased because she is extremely intelligent. When she accepts her gifts and becomes Moon Girl, she is then able to be herself and use her tech-savvy talents to help save her community.
I give this series 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for kids ages 5-12, plus adults. You can watch the premiere of Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur on Disney Channel on February 10, 2023, and on Disney+ starting February 15, 2023.
By Tiana S., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 12
Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $
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SNOW WHITE AND THE FAIRYTALE FUN FORCE - WOW NOW ENTERTAINMENT
Series: FEATURE, AGES 5 - 12
Description - Little Snow White is growing up fast! When her best friend, Dorothy, is in trouble, the sassy princess quickly calls on the bravest gang of fairytale characters ever assembled to come to her friend's rescue! Together they are the Fairytale Fun Force and they are ready to spring into action!
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KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - I like Snow White and the Fairytale Fun Force because it is a unique kid's fairytale cartoon where children are learning with humor. This show combines adventure and comedy with friendship and heroes.Snow White and the Fairytale Fun Force is about the first adventures of the Starship Fairy Dust. The Fairytale Fun Force is a group of fictional characters that includes Snow White, King Arthur, Robin Hood, Cupid, Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny, Pinocchio, Little Red Riding Hood, Cheshire Cat, Hatter and more. These fictional characters work together to investigate strange situations such as the disappearance of Cupid's magical bow, the Mad Hatter's tea set and the Cheshire Cat's body. The characters travel together in a spaceship named Starship Fairy Dust with Snow White as their captain.
The graphics are very vibrant, colorful and neat. Each scene has unique colorful backgrounds with floating objects that catch the audience's attention. For example, Cupid's scene has white and pink clouds with floating red hearts and confetti. Every scene has confetti and floating objects except the Starship scenes. The characters are illustrated as little children with heads bigger than their bodies. They are not typical fairytale characters like we are used to seeing in storybooks or movies. The voiceovers suit each character. Snow White looks and sounds tough; King Arthur looks smart and sounds slick; Pinocchio looks like a laid-back kid with a relaxed voice; Robin Hood sounds and acts like a smart teenager. My favorite scene is when Snow White visits Cupid to help him resolve the disappearance of his magic bow. She uses a little black humor by advising Cupid to make sure not to sit on a white couch.
This program teaches the audience fun facts about science, different languages, fruits or animals. For example, Easter Bunny explains to Pinocchio that rabbits' ears are long to help rabbits control their body temperature.
I give Snow White and the Fairytale Fun Force 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 12, plus adults. It releases on DVD and Digital Media February 14, 2023.
By Ethan P., KIDS FIRST!, Age 14
If you're looking for a movie to entertain your little kids then Snow White and The Fairy Tale Fun Force is a great film for just that! It has lots of adventures and fun animated characters.
Snow White and The Fairy Tale Fun Force follows Snow White, a sassy and adventurous princess. When her best friend, Dorothy (Dailyn Brunck), is in trouble she assembles The Fairy Tale Fun Force, a group of fairytale characters who are ready to do anything to save Dorothy. They go on many adventures and see many different characters on their mission.
My favorite thing about this movie is all the characters. They're the normal fairytale characters that we all know and love, but each one has a little twist. Also, they're all tiny and their animation is so adorable. I love the animation in this movie because the characters are so unique. They all have their own special features that make them different. Arthur (Simon Hill) is my favorite character because he's so cute and sweet. His voice is really high and squeaky and he's always trying to help out. Another thing I enjoy about this film is that all of the characters get their own part of the movie when they go to different lands to find out what happened; not only do we get to see every character together, but we get to see them by themselves as well. My favorite scene is when Arthur visits the Cheshire Cat, because he's lost his body and to find it the cat starts chanting. Arthur is so confused that eventually he just starts chanting along with the cat.
The message of Snow White and The Fairy Tale Fun Force is that friendship is stronger than anything. Snow White will do anything to save her best friend and it's because she really cares about her.
I give Snow White and The Fairy Tale Fun Force 3.5 stars out of 5 and recommend it for ages 5 to 8. It releases on Digital and Blu-Ray February 14, 2023.
By Kendall B., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, Age 12
Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $
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