'Penguins' Review

Disneynature movies are always a bit cringe-y: Lots of super-cute animals being forced into very basic storylines. I felt charitable toward Penguins, though, because ... well, they're penguins. My review of the documentary is up at Screen International.

'Born in China' Review

There are certain movies I see that, when I give them negative reviews, I think, "Oh, my mother is going to be so disappointed in me." Nonetheless, it is my duty to inform you that I think the Disney documentary Born in China suffers from aggressive cuteness. Yes, it has pandas. Yes, it's about making people realize that animals have complex lives. But I still found myself resisting the whole enterprise. I get into it over at Screen International.