John Wick: Chapter 2

John acquires less cute but more durable dog and sets out to Wick some more ass. Though the plot is far from bullet-proof, the action has enough adrenaline for three matrices combined and an entertaining array of unCommon opponents including ironically deaf Sheiber make for a compelling two-hour stunt reel.

Suicide Squad

DC Dozen’s editing, writing, music and tone are more schizophrenic than its ‘characters’ allegedly are. Redundant flashbacks, irrelevant exposition and illogical plotting send silly ‘story’ swan-diving into vat of tapioca puddin’. Smith wills his way through by reverting to fresh quips while others struggle to escape from completely contrived characterization.

Selma

A historical piece that marches steadfastly forward from start to finish and follows Lincoln’s lead, depicting a hero by focusing on one event.  Never gets beaten down by gravitas of the subject matter.  Oleyowo was the right leader for this powerful piece and his performance is a dream come true.