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REVIEW: Channing Tatum makes his directorial debut in emotionally engaging movie ‘Dog’

Channing Tatum co-directs and stars in "Dog" as an ex-military who agrees to take an Army Ranger K9 named Lulu down the West Coast to the funeral of the dog's handler. Along the way we find out that each needs healing the other can provide, which KSL's Andy Farnsworth says makes it more meaningful than just a silly animal movie.
2 years ago

REVIEW: Tom Holland-led ‘Uncharted’ movie mixes multiple adventure tropes in adaptation of popular video game series

Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg star in the long-anticipated movie UNCHARTED, based on the PlayStation games by Naughty Dog. Young adventurer Nathan Drake and treasure hunter Victor "Sully" Sullivan seek a billion dollar gold fortune believed to have been amassed by famous explorer Ferdinand Magellan centuries ago.
2 years ago

REVIEW: Superstar singer J-Lo tries to find harmony with random guy Owen Wilson in rom-com ‘Marry Me’

A global megastar (Jennifer Lopez) impulsively marries an ordinary guy she's never met before (Owen Wilson) in the new romantic comedy "Marry Me" in theaters and streaming on Peacock. KSL's Andy Farnsworth says J-Lo fans should enjoy it, and many husbands/boyfriends will probably have to watch it with their significant others, whether they want to or not.
2 years ago

REVIEW: Rom-com movie ‘I Want You Back’ sees Charlie Day & Jenny Slate unable to move on after getting dumped

Charlie Day and Jenny Slate star in the romantic comedy 'I Want You Back' on Prime Video, where they hope to win back their exes by helping each other ruin those exes' new relationships. KSL's Andy Farnsworth says the film was laugh-out-loud funny at times and didn't veer into gross-out type humor that many comedies do, but some parents may feel uncomfortable letting their older teens watch it.
2 years ago

REVIEW: Kenneth Branagh returns as Poirot to solve gorgeous people’s murders in ‘Death on the Nile’

Kenneth Branagh returns as Agatha Christie's famous detective Hercule Poirot in 'Death on the Nile' from 20th Century Studios. KSL's Andy Farnsworth says it's a superior movie to 2017's 'Murder on the Orient Express' and fans of mysteries should enjoy it.
2 years ago

REVIEW: ‘Moonfall’ plays around with gravity, plausibility in special effects-heavy, sci-fi disaster movie

Roland Emmerich brings another disaster movie to the big screen with MOONFALL, starring Halle Berry, Patrick Wilson, and John Bradley. KSL's Andy Farnsworth says the special effects are top notch, but moviegoers will have to suspend a LOT of disbelief to enjoy it.
2 years ago

REVIEW: Female-led spy thriller ‘The 355’ benefits from solid cast but suffers from predictability

A solid cast and some decent action scenes are the highlights of "The 355", a new female-led spy thriller from Universal Pictures. KSL's Andy Farnsworth says much of the movie will be predictable for fans of the genre, but the writers do manage to toss in a couple of surprises.
2 years ago

REVIEW: ‘Sing 2’ takes its all-star cast of singing animals on the road for more family-friendly movie fun

The new animated movie SING 2 is exactly what it looks like: a bunch of silly fun for the family, with a lot of toe-tapping pop songs throughout. KSL's Andy Farnsworth says the music is the real star of the show but it’s not a bad way to spend a couple of hours together as a family.
2 years ago

REVIEW: ‘The Matrix Resurrections’ takes the movie franchise in new directions while paying homage to the past

Keanu Reeves, Carrie-Anne Moss and co-creator Lana Wachowski all return to the sci-fi and action-heavy world of the Matrix in "The Matrix Resurrections" from Warner Bros pictures. KSL's Andy Farnsworth says the very nature of the "Matrix" universe allows for the series to be rebooted in a believable manner, but the movie can be a little too self-aware at times. However, most fans should be satisified.
2 years ago

REVIEW: Despite Ralph Fiennes, Rasputin and some goofy history lessons, ‘The King’s Man’ is not a must-see

While "The King's Man" showcases the coolness of Ralph Fiennes and manages to be slightly better than its predecessors, KSL's Andy Farnsworth says its few fun quirks are overshadowed by its uneven tone and some gross-out moments that ultimately make it a movie only for existing fans of the series.
2 years ago

REVIEW: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ is a stunning movie that somehow lives up to its own hype

"Spider-Man: No Way Home" provides an emotional, exciting, satisfying conclusion to the 'Homecoming' trilogy and stunningly lives up to its own considerable hype. KSL's Andy Farnsworth says he was blown away and it almost immediately became one of his top 3 MCU movies.
2 years ago

REVIEW: ‘West Side Story’ movie remake from Steven Spielberg is a visual and emotional treat

Legendary director Steven Spielberg's remake of the beloved musical WEST SIDE STORY is a visually beautiful and emotionally engaging movie that still feels relevant 60 years later, says KSL's Andy Farnsworth. Great casting choices and Spielberg's film-making talent combine for an outstanding cinematic experience.
2 years ago

What To Watch this weekend in theaters and streaming (Nov. 26, 2021)

Holiday movies are coming in large numbers to streaming services now that we're past Thanksgiving. KSL's Andy Farnsworth gives you and your family some suggestions that may be worth making time to watch, like 8-BIT CHRISTMAS, CANDY COATED CHRISTMAS, PRINCESS SWITCH 3, ROBIN ROBIN and others.
2 years ago

REVIEW: ‘House of Gucci’ movie feels more like House of Gaga

The gorgeous Italian locations and iconic fashion on display in the new movie HOUSE OF GUCCI are only exceeded by the powerhouse acting and performances from Lady Gaga and Adam Driver, says KSL TV's Morgan Wolfe in her review. She also felt the movie was a little too long for a single story and may have been better served in two parts.
3 years ago

What To Watch this weekend in theaters and streaming (Nov. 19, 2021)

Lots of options heading into the weekend for people to enjoy, whether on the big screen or streaming. KSL's Andy Farnsworth is here with some suggestions, including a return to the world of GHOSTBUSTERS and PSYCH, adaptations of books, THE WHEEL OF TIME and HARRIET THE SPY, an animated series from Marvel that is NOT for kids, and a new season of STAR TREK DISCOVERY.
3 years ago

REVIEW: ‘Eternals’ movie brings new characters and new direction to Marvel Cinematic Universe

Marvel's latest movie ETERNALS brings a team of lesser-known comic book superheroes to the big screen. KSL's Andy Farnsworth says some impressive visuals, casting and a big-name director (Chloe Zhao) may be offset for some by the long run time, unfamiliar characters and different direction that the movie takes.
3 years ago

Your guide to what’s coming to streaming TV for the 2021 holiday season

An adaptation of one of the most popular fantasy book series of all "time" is just one of the most-anticipated streaming TV series coming to your screens during the 2021 holiday season in November and December. KSL's Andy Farnsworth puts it all together for you in one easy guide.
3 years ago

Your movie guide for the 2021 holiday season

A couple of Marvel movies, long-awaited sequels to "Ghostbusters" and the "Matrix", and plenty of Christmas tales highlight the movie release calendar during the holiday season of November and December 2021. KSL's Andy Farnsworth has put together a guide to help make sure you don't miss anything you wanted to see, and know where you can watch them.
3 years ago

Where to stream your favorite family-friendly Halloween movies and shows

If you're wanting to stream your favorite family-friendly Halloween movie or TV show but don't know where to find it, have no fear! (Get it?) KSL's Andy Farnsworth is here with a list of some of the most popular offerings and where you can watch them!
3 years ago

REVIEW: Hilarious ‘Ron’s Gone Wrong’ is the most fun your kids will have at a movie this year

A timely, relatable message and very a likeable character voiced by Zach Galifianakis make the new animated movie "Ron's Gone Wrong" one of the most enjoyable movies a family can watch together right now, according to KSL's Andy Farnsworth. He says it's the most fun your kids will have at a movie this year.
3 years ago

REVIEW: ‘Dune’ a slow-simmering but epic and visually stunning movie adaptation of classic sci-fi novel

The latest movie adaptation of 'Dune' is an epic and visually stunning effort from director Denis Villaneuve with an outstanding cast. But KSL's Andy Farnsworth worries the long run time and complicated plot will keep the casual moviegoer from seeing it in theaters.
3 years ago

REVIEW: Brutal ‘The Last Duel’ movie a difficult watch despite big-name cast, epic scope

Despite the prestigious names involved with "The Last Duel," and some worthwhile points the movie brings to light, KSL's Andy Farnsworth says the difficult nature of the subject matter and the graphic content of the film are the reasons he can't recommend it to most people.
3 years ago

REVIEW: Daniel Craig’s James Bond Faces His Endgame in ‘No Time To Die’

"No Time To Die" is an exciting, emotional, and LONG send-off for Daniel Craig as James Bond according to KSL's Andy Farnsworth. He says most Bond fans should be satisfied with this epic, big-screen conclusion to a 15-year story journey over five movies.
3 years ago

REVIEW: ‘The Addams Family 2’ a harmless animated sequel that families can enjoy together for Halloween

Most of the voice cast returns for the animated sequel "The Addams Family 2," which sees the famous "creepy, kooky, mysterious and spooky" characters head out on a family road trip and explore past family secrets. KSL's Andy Farnsworth says while it isn't quite as strong as the original movie from 2019, it's still something the whole family can enjoy together.
3 years ago