Alice in Wonderland (C)

It would seem like all the things were in place for “Alice in Wonderland” to be a lot of fun.

The film features a very creative director (Tim Burton) working with a talented cast (including Johnny Depp), adapting a story that plays to both Burton and Depp’s strengths.

Sadly, the promise is never fully realized n the film has more fizzle than sizzle.

The Back-up Plan (C-)

It’s been four years since Jennifer Lopez last appeared in a motion picture, taking time off to start a family. While it is nice to see the singer/actress back in front of the camera, Lopez could have chosen a better comeback project than “The Back-up Plan.” Despite her best efforts, this romantic comedy is pretty dreadful, with a silly sitcom-like plot that even Lopez can’t overcome.

The Bounty Hunter (F)

The latest romantic comedy starring Jennifer Aniston and Gerard Butler is a lifeless and humorless endeavor that manages to suck all the life out of anyone unfortunate enough to watch this dreck. Here’s a comedy that manages to deliver not even one chuckle and is full of unlikable characters put in uncomfortable situations.

Chloe (D+)

There is a lot of talent both in front of (Julianne Moore, Liam Neeson, and Amanda Seyfried) and behind the camera (Atom Egoyan) and for a while they bring a bit of credibility to this erotic thriller.

But even the leads can’t overcome an absurd plot turn in the second half, as the film spirals into territory usually reserved for the 1 a.m. time slot on Cinemax.

Clash of the Titans (C-)

This update of the semi-popular 1981 fantasy adventure lacks the cheesy charm of the original n resulting in a film that is just a loud, silly bore.

Date Night (C+)

Steve Carell and Tina Fey are both very funny people, and it would seem that a film combining their comedic talents would be a welcome addition to multiplexes.

And while Carell and Fey both manage to squeeze way more laughs out of “Date Night” than anyone should, the project proves to be just a little flat n almost too conventional for this unconventional duo.

Death at a Funeral (D-)

This remake of a British comedy falls flat, despite a talented cast that includes Chris Rock and Tracy Morgan. The original was a broad comedic experience that didn’t always connect, but worked. This remake feels too Americanized, with most of the humor dwindled down to lame pop culture references.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid (C)

This adaptation of a the popular children’s novels has some moments of humor, but not enough to sustain interest for anyone over of the age of 10.

Hot Tub Time Machine (B+)

With ads seemingly running during every television program imaginable, the new comedy “Hot Tub Time Machine” has aggressively marketed itself as the must-see comedy of the spring.

Fortunately, the film lives up to the hype, offering a clever script and plenty of below-the-belt laughs that make “Hot Tub” one of the funniest films in recent memory.

How to Train Your Dragon (B)

Dreamworks latest animated fare, about a hapless young Viking who becomes the unlikely owner of a dragon, has just enough charm for all ages n earning extra points for its solid use of 3-D technology to enhance the film’s visual experience.

Kick Ass (B+)

If you like your comic book films dark and edgy, with a bit of dark humor, then this adaptation of a graphic novel by Mark Millar and John Romita Jr. will be right up your alley.

“Kick Ass” doesn’t quite deliver the same film that I expected from all of the TV ads and trailers, but that is a good thing. Like last year’s “The Watchmen,” this is a film that attempts to humanize super heroes, but does so in a much more effective manner.

The Losers (C)

The latest adaptation of a graphic novel has some neat action sequences, but feels like a low grade version of “The A-Team.”

The Runaways (B)

This retelling of the all-girl band from the 70’s has a familar feel of a VH-1 “Behind the Music” episode, but is elevated thanks to solid work from Kristen Stewart as Joan Jett, Dakota Fanning as Cherrie Curie and especially Michael Shannon, who nearly steals the film as the band’s manager.

Shutter Island (C-)

With films such as “Raging Bull,” “Taxi Driver,” “Goodfellas” and “The Departed,” director Martin Scorsese has developed a resume full of so many great achievements that it’s hard to think he’s capable of having a misfire.

But that proves to be the case with his latest film, “Shutter Island,” a rather slow and predictable thriller that not even the great Scorsese can salvage, despite his best efforts.

Why Did I Get Married Too (D)

The latest from Tyler Perry is an unneeded sequel to perhaps his best film to date. The whole thing feels like a two-hour trip to couples therapy with over dramatic situations and characters lacking any sort of realistic motivations.