Good Boys (2019)

If there is anyone film this year that is as hilarious as it's story, it would be this film. So far this year, not a lot of comedic films have been released. This film is the first this year that goes above and beyond to achieve laughs and hilarity that is genuinely satisfying. One of the best parts about this film is that it stands out from other films in regards to comedy. The laughs are genuine, the tween stars and heart in this film are wonderful and unique in its own right.

This Seth Rogen produced film is absolutely hysterical and there's no film this year that could possibly be as funny and unpredictable as this film. You can't help but relate to the tween trio in this film because of their talents and being able to perfectly execute all of the films jokes and comedic jabs and gags.

Director Gene Stupinsky crafts an amazingly hilarious film with heart, friendship and essentially a relatable film about the joys and terrors of growing up. It's beyond colorful in it's jokes and it's about time a film came out this year or this decade as a matter of fact, that is as funny as its plot. It's side-splitting gut reactions will have you laughing for the entirety of the film.

As if this film couldn't be anymore adorable, this film has a trio of up and coming child stars who charm their way through the film. The chemistry between them is astounding, even for a kid lead R-rated comedy. Their performances are one of the best and quite rare in any comedic film. When was the last time that a film was able to pull off having an adult comedy film with kids? Let this be the first.

Conducting the films score is Lyle Workman. Workman creates an upbeat, smooth and fast plethora of sound that keeps the film and our tween stars on their toes. It's just as energetic as the film itself.

This film's heartfelt moments and touching sentiments are worth noting, but this film also offers a genuine lesson in that you can never be too young or old to have a good time. It also shares that friendships are special and that growing up isn't such a pain.

If there's one film this year that is undeniably charming and hilarious, it's this film. What makes this film better than some other average comedic film, is that this film balances all of it's elements together that satisfies audiences. This film is a can't miss unique and laugh out loud sweet treat that is a rarity to find these days.

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Rate: A- 

Director: Gene Stupinsky 

Starring: Jacob Tremblay, Keith L. Williams and Brady Noon

MPAA Rating: R (for strong crude sexual content, drug and alcohol material, and language throughout - all involving tweens)

Runtime: 1 Hour & 40 Minutes 

Synopsis: After being invited to his first kissing party, 12-year-old Max (Room's Jacob Tremblay) is panicking because he doesn't know how to kiss. Eager for some pointers, Max and his best friends Thor (Brady Noon, HBO's Boardwalk Empire) and Lucas (Keith L. Williams, Fox's The Last Man On Earth) decide to use Max's dad's drone -- which Max is forbidden to touch -- to spy (they think) on a teenage couple making out next door. But when things go ridiculously wrong, the drone is destroyed. Desperate to replace it before Max's dad (Will Forte, The Last Man on Earth) gets home, the boys skip school and set off on an odyssey of epically bad decisions involving some accidentally stolen drugs, frat-house paintball, and running from both the cops and terrifying teenage girls (Life of the Party's Molly Gordon and Ocean's Eight's Midori Francis).

Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw (2019)

The "Fast and Furious" franchise has not once appealed to me as far as action-films go, but this spinoff of the franchise is one hell of an entertaining film. It surpassed any doubts I had going into it, even though I didn't really see this film as worth watching. This film is fun, action-packed and very funny. Unexpectedly, this film did the impossible, which was entertain those moviegoers that aren't fans of the "Fast and Furious" franchise. 

Director of "Deadpool 2"  David Leitch, takes the wheel in this action-packed film, which is the first spinoff in the "Fast and Furious" films. Leitch has another entertaining film under his belt. He makes this film as action-packed and exciting as possible, which shows to the highest of levels. High octance leveled action fills this film from start to finish and I think that Leitch completely nails it. The humor is also pretty funny. It is mainly due to stars Jason Statham and Dwayne Johnsons undeniable chemistry. 

Yeah granted that Johnson and Statham are what make this film utterly enjoyable, but it's Vanessa Kirby who steals the show. Kirby is the one who makes this film utterly enjoyable. She makes saving the world badass and sexy. She is just as important, maybe even more important as a standout than its leading stars. 

The films baddie is a meta-human with enhanced abilities played by Idris Elba. He pulls off one of the coolest bad guys in a movie this year and it's very telling. On top of adding to the action sequences he pulls off, is the comedic aspects of his character that really won me over. 

Scoring the action-packed film is Tyler Bates, who previously teamed up with Leitch for "Deadpool 2". Bates crafts a score that is just as exciting and energetic as the film itself. 

I'm not going to spoil the film, but all that to say is that there are two appearances by some of your favorite funny guys. As to who they are, you'll just have to watch and find out for yourself. 

I have not once seen any of the films in the franchise, but does this film count? You bet it does. This film is unique, fast-paced and a thrilling ride of entertainment. So, for fans of the franchise or those new to the franchise, this film should satisfy both parties. If you like action films with car chases, then you're going to like this film. 

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Rate: B+

Director: David Leitch

Starring: Dwayne Johnson, Jason Statham, Vanessa Kirby and Idris Elba 

MPAA Rating: PG-13 (for prolonged sequences of action and violence, suggestive material and some strong language)

Runtime: 2 Hours & 15 Minutes

Synopsis: Ever since hulking lawman Hobbs (Johnson), a loyal agent of America's Diplomatic Security Service, and lawless outcast Shaw (Statham), a former British military elite operative, first faced off in 2015’s Furious 7, the duo have swapped smack talk and body blows as they’ve tried to take each other down. But when cyber-genetically enhanced anarchist Brixton (Idris Elba) gains control of an insidious bio-threat that could alter humanity forever — and bests a brilliant and fearless rogue MI6 agent (The Crown’s Vanessa Kirby), who just happens to be Shaw’s sister — these two sworn enemies will have to partner up to bring down the only guy who might be badder than themselves.