Dvd reviews
I Am Bolt (2016) (PG) Get a peek into the life of the fastest man in the world. This documentary showcases the best of nine-time Olympic gold medallist Usain Bolt, by following his achievements in a chronological order. In between, it's sprinkled with interviews with him as well as with his family, coach and manager (who happens to be his childhood friend). After seeing the kind of effort Bolt takes to stay in shape and his desire to live a humble lifestyle, it'll be hard not to start looking at him in a whole new light. This is a must watch for fans of the sports star. Duration: 1hr47mins Genre: Sport What’s good: An in-depth look into Bolt's life What’s bad: His victories could have been a bit more dramatic Starring: Usain Bolt Rating: Pete’s Dragon (2016) (PG) A remake of the 1977 film of the same name, Pete’s Dragon is sure to bring in some nostalgia. The film follows Pete (Fegley), a boy who turns feral after being orphaned. When he’s finally rescued by ranger Grace (Howard), he lets her in on a little secret: his best friend happens to be a dragon named Elliot. It’s not an easy thing to believe, but Grace decides to give him the benefit of doubt and meet Elliot. However, she’s not the only one who wants to meet Pete's dragon. The townspeople are on the hunt, and they have far more nefarious motives. Duration: 1hr43mins Genre: Fantasy, Adventure What’s good: The special effects are top-notch What’s bad: This one is more for the kids Starring: Bryce Dallas Howard, Robert Redford, Oakes Fegley Rating: