This week on “See It or Skip It,” Patrick Beatty is joined by veteran Utah film critic Richard Bonaduce and Tracy Mangum to break down a stacked lineup of new releases.
From the martial arts waxing of “Karate Kid: Legends” to the supernatural nightmare of “Bring Her Back,” we’re separating the hits from the total misses. We’ll also dig into the poignant new doc “Pee-wee as Himself” and the razor-sharp satire of “Mountainhead.” Wondering what’s worth the binge and what’s better left unwatched? We’ve got you covered.
In Theaters
Karate Kid: Legends (PG-13)
Where to Watch: Theaters
Directed By:
Jonathan Entwistle
Written By:
Rob Lieber
Starring:
Jackie Chan, Ralph Macchio, Ben Wang, Joshua Jackson, Sadie Stanley, Ming-Na Wen
Genre:
Martial Arts, Drama
All media courtesy of Sony Pictures
Li Fong, a kung fu prodigy from China, lands in New York and finds himself under the dual mentorship of Mr. Han (Jackie Chan) and Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio). As he navigates the challenges of a new city and prepares for a high-stakes karate tournament, Li discovers that true strength lies not just in fists but in forging unexpected alliances.
See It or Skip It?
Patrick: See It
Richard: See It
Tracy: See It
Bring Her Back (R)
Where to Watch: Theaters
Directed By:
Danny Philippou, Michael Philippou
Written By:
Danny Philippou, Michael Philippou
Starring:
Sally Hawkins, Billy Barratt, Sora Wong, Jonah Wren Phillips
Genre:
Supernatural Horror, Psychological Thriller
All media courtesy of A24
Grief takes a haunting turn in this atmospheric horror from the minds behind “Talk To Me.” Linda (Sally Hawkins), mourning her daughter’s death, opens her home to two orphaned siblings. But as shadows lengthen and reality blurs, Linda confronts a malevolent presence that may be more than just sorrow.
See It or Skip It?
Richard: See It
Tracy: See It
Jane Austen Wrecked My Life (R)
Where to Watch: Theaters
Directed By:
Laura Piani
Written By:
Laura Piani
Starring:
Camille Rutherford, Pablo Pauly, Charlie Anson, Annabelle Lengronne
Genre:
Romantic Comedy, Drama
All media courtesy of Sony Pictures Classics
Agathe, a Parisian bookseller with dreams of literary acclaim, finds herself at a Jane Austen writing retreat in England. Amidst period costumes and romantic entanglements, she confronts writer’s block, past traumas, and the complexities of love.
See It or Skip It?
Patrick: See It
Tracy: See It
What’s Streaming?
Mountainhead (R)
Where to Watch: HBO MAX
Directed By:
Jesse Armstrong
Written By:
Jesse Armstrong
Starring:
Steve Carell, Jason Schwartzman, Cory Michael Smith, Ramy Youssef
Genre:
Satirical Comedy-Drama
All media courtesy of HBO Films
In a secluded Utah ski bunker, four tech moguls gather for a weekend of poker and philosophical debates as the world outside grapples with an AI-induced crisis. Satirizing the hubris of Silicon Valley elites, “Mountainhead” exposes the detachment and delusions of those who believe they can code their way out of humanity’s problems.
See It or Skip It?
Patrick: See It
Pee-wee As Himself (Not Rated)
Where to Watch: HBO Max
Directed By:
Matt Wolf
Written By:
Matt Wolf
Starring:
Paul Reubens
Genre:
Documentary
All media courtesy of
Go behind the bowtie in this candid documentary exploring the life of Paul Reubens. Through intimate interviews and archival footage, Reubens reflects on his journey—from the whimsical world of Pee-wee Herman to personal revelations and controversies.
See It or Skip It?
Patrick: See It
Tracy: See It
Richard: See It
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