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Marvel has finally woken up from the long nightmare of post Avengers End Game malaise. Brave New World was well cast, had a good pace, and set the franchise in a promising new direction. Realistic fight and battle scenes elevate this from recent disasters in Marvel Land.

It also was refreshing to have a complete story that effectively concludes in this installment. Plenty of fuel for future fires, but nice to have closure in this episode.

Harrison Ford plays a substantial role well. Great to see a familiar old face. The story ties back well to the Steve Rogers period, but firmly passes the torch.

There is an end scene well worth waiting for. It is safe to go back into the Marvel pool once again!

I was fortunate to watch a screening of Ezra at the Boulder International Film Festival with both Tony Goldwyn and Tony Spiridakis in attendance. This story is a work of love between these two men who are lifelong friends, and tells a loose version of the story of Tony Spiridakis and his son Demetri.

This movie, although humorous, is not a comedy, but instead the story of how far a father's love for his child will take him. It also opens your eyes to the world of Autism, and some of the struggles and tough decions these families are faced with. Additionally you see the importance of friendship, family and small acts of kindness and the difference all three can make.

Bobby Cannavale and William Fitzgerald are outstanding. It is hard to believe this is William Fitzgerald's first acting role! A truly well written and acted story.

Champions is the rare comedy that hits the ball out of the park. The plot moves right along, and the humor is consistent from start to finish. I have not had this many laugh out loud moments in one movie for quite a while.

The cast was magnificently curated. The kids in the movie were all actual Special Olympic basketball players, but incredibly they had no previous acting experience. Unbelievable! They were excellent, and along with Woody, Kaitlin, Cheech and Ernie Hudson, this movie had great chemistry.

If you want a truly fun, enjoyable evening out with your significant other or a group of friends, Champions is it!