In theaters this week

Published 9:41 am Friday, June 17, 2016

Dwayne Johnson (top) and Kevin Hart appear in a scene from "Central Intelligence."

Can’t decide what to see this weekend?

Bowling Green Daily News film critic Micheal Compton is here to tell you the best – and worst – now playing at your local cineplex.

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Alice Through the Looking Glass (D)

A lackluster sequel that I’m pretty sure no one was clamoring for, with even the visual effects mundane. (Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10, Franklin Drive-In)

The Angry Birds Movie (C-)

That annoying game you can play on your phone proves to be an annoying animated film, wasting the chance to put to good use a very talented cast that includes Jason Sudeikis, Josh Gad, and Danny McBride. (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12)

Captain America: Civil War (B)

This may not be quite up to the same level as the previous “Captain America: The Winter Soldier,” but it is still a satisfying entry into a universe that continues to expand. (Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10)

Central Intelligence (B-)

Dwayne Johnson and Kevin Hart prove to be a fun duo in this action comedy that allows Johnson to show a goofy, awkward side, while pulling back the reigns on Hart’s sometimes over the top style of comedy. (Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10 and Highland Cinemas)

The Conjuring 2 (B)

Building off the success of its predecessor, “The Conjuring 2” is another solid haunted house thriller. It may not be quite as good as the original, which was a breath of fresh air when it was released three summers ago, but it is still a cut above most films in this genre. (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12, Highland Cinemas)

Finding Dory (B)

The sequel to “Finding Nemo” isn’t quite up to the original, but still full of wonder with a little bit of heart – even if it starts to get a little repetitive in the third act. (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12, Highland Cinemas, Franklin Drive-In)

The Jungle Book (A-)

The newest version of the Rudyard Kipling novel – a live action remake from director Jon Favreau – manages to hit all the high points from the novel and the Disney animated film, but also provides a spin that makes the story its own. (Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10)

The Lobster (B+)

A razor-sharp dark comedy that is sure to alienate some audience members while utterly fascinating others. The film does drop off a bit in the second half, when the romance begins to take shape and the film takes a bit sweeter turn. But it never loses that witty cynicism that nearly makes “The Lobster” stand out among the best of the year. (Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10)

Me Before You (C)

Despite Emilia Clarke’s endearing performance as an eternally optimistic young woman who takes a job caring for a paralyzed man (Sam Clafin), the film ultimately falls apart by becoming just another predictable tear-jerker romance. (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12, Highland Cinemas)

The Nice Guys (B)

This could have easily been called “The Fun Guys,” a light-hearted throwback from co-writer and director Shane Black (who penned the “Lethal Weapon” movies) that provides softer fare for leads Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12)

Now You See Me 2 (C)

This sequel to the 2013 surprise hit about double crossing magicians proves to be nothing more than one big slight-of-hand trick.

Only this time, there really is nothing to see here. (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12, Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10, Highland Cinemas)

Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (C+)

This mocumentary from the Lonely Island (Andy Samberg, Jorma Taccone, Akiva Schaffer) does have moments of inspired genius, it struggles to maintain any consistent momentum putting it clearly behind similar films “This Is Spinal Tap” and “CB4.” (Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10)

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows (C)

This installment is slightly better than the 2014 reboot, a little more self aware and fun. When the action stops however, and the film tries to be something more than fluff, it fails to connect. (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12, Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10, Highland Cinemas)

Warcraft (F)

If you take “The Lord of the Rings,” “The Hobbit” and “Star Wars” franchises and mix them up in a blender, I’m pretty sure the result would be the new film “Warcraft” – a mind-numbingly dull fantasy world excursion based on the popular video game.

This may not be the worst movie of the year, but it is definitely the worst use of $160 million. (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12, Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10, Highland Cinemas)

X-Men Apocalypse (C)

The latest in the Marvel franchise that is overstuffed and a bit of a mess, taking the franchise a step or two back from previous entries. (Regal Bowling Green Stadium 12, Regal Greenwood Mall Stadium 10, Highland Cinemas)

For showtimes visit regmovies.com or fandango.com or marqueecinemas.com