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This week, we feature a new release about a wayward teen’s adventure with an elderly cohort and a wholesome romance on the Western frontier.
New Release
‘Seniors’
Community service brings teenage troublemaker Ori Ingram (Paris Brosnan) to a retirement home, where elderly veteran Albert Vernon (John Rhys-Davies) has an unusual proposition involving hidden treasure. With a few adventurous retirees joining them, they set off on a life-changing adventure.
John Rhys-Davies brings his usual charm and humor to this enjoyable adventure, and Paris Brosnan makes a promising first impression. There’s also a worthwhile reminder about keeping promises, respecting elders, and learning from past mistakes.
Comedy | Drama
Release Date: Oct. 23, 2026 (Limited)
Director: Lance Clark
Starring: John Rhys-Davies, Bethany Anne Lind, Paris Brosnan
Running Time: 1 hour, 43 minutes
MPAA Rating:
Where to Watch: Theaters
Rated: 3 1/2 stars out of 5
Family Pick
‘Rio 2’
Macaw Blu (Jesse Eisenberg) accompanies his wife, Jewel (Anne Hathaway), to Brazil’s Amazon jungle, where her family reunion becomes a crash course in wilderness living. He’s pursued by evil cockatoo Nigel (Jemaine Clement), whose plans for revenge could cut the visit short.
The ride could have been better with fewer reminders about saving trees and more time spent on the bird who hardly impresses his in-laws. Fortunately, the animators furnish a lovely jungle to get lost in, and the familial squabbles leave room for generosity.
Adventure | Comedy | Family
Release Date: April 11, 2014
Director: Carlos Saldanha
Starring: Jesse Eisenberg, Anne Hathaway, Jemaine Clement
Running Time: 1 hour, 41 minutes
MPAA Rating: G
Where to Watch: Amazon, Disney Plus, Apple TV
Rated: 3 1/2 stars out of 5
An Unexpected Family on the Frontier
‘Love Comes Softly’
Winter shelter comes with an unexpected proposal for pregnant widow Marty Claridge (Katherine Heigl): Marry a widower, farmer Clark Davis (Dale Midkiff), and help with his daughter. She accepts, despite the fact that 9-year-old Missie (Skye McCole Bartusiak) doesn’t like the idea.
It’s nice to watch Marty and Missie gradually bond, even before romance enters the picture. Clark’s willingness to help Marty while she’s mourning gives his faith a practical expression, and their growing affection makes this an inviting watch.
Drama | Family | Romance
Release Date: April 13, 2003
Director: Michael Landon Jr.
Starring: Katherine Heigl, Dale Midkiff, Corbin Bernsen
Running time: 1 hour, 28 minutes
MPAA Rating: TV-PG
Where to Watch: Xumo Play, Amazon
Rated: 3 1/2 stars out of 5
A Broadway Break and a Brooklyn Romance
‘Cover Girl’
A magazine contest sends spirited Brooklyn dancer Rusty Parker (Rita Hayworth) off to Broadway, where a wealthy suitor complicates her romance with nightclub owner Danny McGuire (Gene Kelly).
I’d happily watch Hayworth and Kelly dance around for another hour or two, with their wisecracking friend Genius (Phil Silvers) supplying laughs between the musical numbers.
Comedy | Musical | Romance
Release Date: April 6, 1944
Director: Charles Vidor
Starring: Rita Hayworth, Gene Kelly, Lee Bowman
Running Time: 1 hour, 47 minutes
Not Rated
Where to Watch: Amazon, Apple TV, The Roku Channel
Rated: 4 stars out of 5
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