"Thunderbolts" Hits Theaters as Streaming Standouts Shine: Manny the Movie Guy’s Entertainment Picks

• Moviegoers and streaming fans alike have plenty to look forward to this weekend, as a new Marvel adventure debuts in theaters and several buzzworthy titles arrive online. Manny the Movie Guy breaks down the latest releases, offering his signature blend of insight and enthusiasm.
  
  Leading the box office is “Thunderbolts,” Marvel’s latest attempt at reinvigorating its cinematic universe. While the plot may not break new ground—drawing comparisons to DC’s “Suicide Squad” with its team of misfit anti-heroes—Manny praises the film’s character-driven approach. Julia Louis-Dreyfus shines as CIA Director Valentina Allegra de Fontaine, but it’s Florence Pugh’s portrayal of Yelena Belova that truly elevates the film. With a mix of humor, action, and themes of redemption, “Thunderbolts” delivers a fun and exciting ride, earning three out of four “Avengers kisses.” Don’t forget to stay for the post-credits scene!

On Amazon Prime Video, Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively return in “Another Simple Favor,” the sequel to their hit thriller-comedy. Set on the picturesque island of Capri, the film follows a new twist-filled adventure between the two leads. While some antics border on the cartoonish, Manny applauds the sparkling chemistry between Kendrick and Lively, awarding the film three “martini perfection kisses.”

For those in the mood for a binge-worthy series, Netflix’s “The Four Seasons” offers a fresh take on the 1981 Alan Alda classic, with Tina Fey and her “30 Rock” collaborators capturing the original’s blend of humor and heart. Chronicling the lives of three couples through their seasonal getaways, the series is both funny and poignant, earning three and a half “winter, spring, summer, or fall kisses.”