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‘Fatherhood’ Review: A Welcome (Semi) Serious Turn from Kevin Hart

I guess there’s something ironic about Kevin Hart starring in a film about maturing while also attempting to branch out into new acting territories. “Fatherhood” stars Kevin Hart as a new father as he struggles to raise his daughter (Melody Hurd) after the sudden death of his wife. Alfre Woodard, Lil Rel Howery, DeWanda Wise,… Continue reading ‘Fatherhood’ Review: A Welcome (Semi) Serious Turn from Kevin Hart

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‘The Upside’ Has a Semi-Serious Kevin Hart, but Not Much Else New

Talk about a film that much like its central characters just can’t seem to catch a break. “The Upside” is a remake of the 2011 French film “The Intouchables.” It follows a paralyzed billionaire (Bryan Cranston) who hires a recently paroled convict (Kevin Hart) to take care of him. Nicole Kidman, Julianna Margulies, and Aja… Continue reading ‘The Upside’ Has a Semi-Serious Kevin Hart, but Not Much Else New

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‘Night School’ is About as Funny as Taking the SATs

When a film is about as enjoyable as taking a standardized test, you know you’re in trouble… “Night School” stars Kevin Hart as a high school dropout who must return to complete his GED after losing his job.  Tiffany Haddish plays his teacher while Rob Riggle, Taran Killam, Romany Malco, Keith David and Loretta Devine… Continue reading ‘Night School’ is About as Funny as Taking the SATs

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‘Jumanji’ Sequel May Not be Necessary, but it’s Pretty Fun

Just let Kevin Hart and Dwayne Johnson co-host the Oscars already, it’s long overdue. “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” is a standalone sequel to the 1995 cult hit that starred Robin Williams. This time, instead of the board game coming into the real-world, four teens are transported into the jungles of Jumanji (now a video… Continue reading ‘Jumanji’ Sequel May Not be Necessary, but it’s Pretty Fun

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‘Captain Underpants’ About as Fun as a Wedgie

Well, they can’t all be “The Boss Baby.” “Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie” is an adaptation of the children’s book series of the same name. The film stars Kevin Hart and Thomas Middleditch as two elementary schoolers who hypnotize their mean principle (Ed Helms) into becoming a superhero. Nick Kroll, Jordan Peele and Kristen… Continue reading ‘Captain Underpants’ About as Fun as a Wedgie

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‘Central Intelligence’ Entertaining but Tad Underwhelming

Trying to decide if this movie is “Twins 2” or “Ride Along 3”… “Central Intelligence” stars Dwayne Johnson as a former high school outcast who grows up to join the CIA and gets in contact with the coolest kid from his class (Kevin Hart) to help him on a mission. Amy Ryan also stars as… Continue reading ‘Central Intelligence’ Entertaining but Tad Underwhelming