Justin Simien directs LaKeith Stanfield, Rosario Dawson and Owen Wilson in this family horror comedy based on the kids’ theme park ride at Disneys the world over.

Game cast, iffy script. I’ve read a lot of people ragging on the near constant product placement (especially during an emotional monologue). If that’s what it takes to pay for this bunch of up-and-comers and firm favourites to assemble then I guess it is worth it. Even the kid is good. Messy story and unfunny dialogue aside, a lot of love has gone into the look of this. I’m a big fan of the ride and always happy to see any of the leads in an ensemble. Throwaway but forgivable.

5

Perfect Double Bill: Haunted Mansion (2003)