Terminator Genisys (out Jul 2) is set in 2029 and follows a guy who travels back to 1984 to tell someone to travel forward to 2017, as opposed to 1997, so as to save the human race. It's a little confusing and the villainous activities feel half-baked. Don't know if there's enough to reinvigorate franchise the special sound & visual effects artists do their best to make it sound/look cool. Grade: B-.

Ted 2 (out Jun 25) isn’t as funny as the original. I’d add that it’s not as crude or random (which works against the film). There are laughs… but the best already appear in the film’s trailer. Grade: C+.

Far From The Madding Crowd (out Jun 25) is based on the 19th century Thomas Hardy novel and follows a young woman (Carey Mulligan) who inherits a wealthy estate and finds herself pursued by three suitors. Some parts are rushed (particularly the ending) but it's still a likeable drama with a great setting. Grade: B.

Love & Mercy (out Jun 25) tells the true story of Brian Wilson, the acclaimed songwriter behind The Beach Boys. Thanks to a superb performance from Paul Dano (he plays the younger Wilson) we’re able to get inside his character’s head and appreciate his creative vision. The 1980s subplot involving his controlling therapist shows that truth is often stranger than fiction. Grade: B+.

Wild Tales (out Jun 18) is a Spanish comedy/drama that features 6 distinct short stories about the power and effects of revenge. I enjoyed the concept and each story held my attention. Can see why it was nominated at the Academy Awards for best foreign language film. Grade: A-.

Minions (out Jun 18) is a spin-off prequel that focuses its attention on the short, yellow, unintelligible creatures from the Despicable Me movies. Unfortunately, they're not as interesting or exciting as Gru - the best part of those earlier movies. Sandra Bullock plays the keynote villain here but isn't given enough screen time. Grade: B-.

Going Clear: Scientology And The Prison Of Belief (out Jun 18) is a documentary from Oscar winner Alex Gibney that pulls back the curtain on Scientology and exposes it as a sham. There's some great footage of key Scientologists in action (e.g. David Miscavige) but the film could have used a more diverse group of interviewees. Grade: B.

Inside Out (out Jun 18) is a Pixar animated feature that takes us inside the head of a vibrant, impressionable 11-year-old girl. It’s a fascinating concept that is rich in detail. The film’s most impressive attribute is the way it explores human emotions and the way they are so often intertwined. A stunning achievement that blends creativity, humour and emotion. Grade: A.

Hot Pursuit (out Jun 11) is a dismally unfunny comedy that stars Reese Witherspoon as a by-the-book police offer and Sofia Vergara as an unwilling witness she is trying to protect. Their on again, off again friendship is frustratingly inconsistent. Grade: C-.

The Emperor's New Clothes (out Jun 11) is a documentary designed to highlight the growing inequality between rich and poor and the role that banks have played. The Oscar winning Inside Job covered this top in a more concise, interesting manner. This is too focused on host/narrator Russell Brand and there are numbers flying everywhere. Grade: C+.