Don’t be put off by the title. Wells harnesses 3D mo-cap wizardry for a children’s adventure that balances storytelling and sci-fi.
An uninvolving mo-cap adventure that's well below par. Marvin the Martian would be unhappy to share his planet with this bunch.
Mars needs moms: but audiences need better movies about moms.
Ailing studio’s final film offers clues to its downfall.
But does Earth need more mediocrity?
Its ode to maternal self-sacrifice is quite touching, but as entertainment it's flat.
Far from stellar, it’s still amiable entertainment.
This one is ho-hum, so-so and so what?
Good looks are about the only thing going for it.
Offers yet more proof that performance capture is a terrible idea when it comes to making fully animated feature films.
An ill-conceived misfire that is dark, claustrophobic and largely incoherent.
As a grown-up, I enjoyed Mars Needs Moms, at least until its over-plotted final stretch.
Children are unlikely to enjoy it, and parents will be aching for a few stiff drinks in a Mars bar long before it's over.
General release. Check local listings for show times.
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