The summer movie season officially starts this week with the release of Ironman the first of many superhero movies opening this summer. The film’s only real competition is the romantic comedy Made of Honor.
In limited release is the cute independent film Son of Rambow.
And that’s this weekend in movies. Check back later today for my picks for the month.
Sean Patrick Kelly is a Toronto-based freelance film critic and blogger with a Bachelor of Arts in Cinema and Media Studies from York University. Since founding his site in 2004, Sean has shared his passion for cinema through insightful reviews and commentary. His work has also been featured in prominent outlets, including Toronto Film Scene, HuffPost Canada, Screen Anarchy, ScreenRant, and Rue Morgue Magazine.
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