Werewolves Within is centred around a newly appointed park ranger who, as the title suggests, sees some weird things in a small, remote, snow-covered town. The introductions drag on for too long but once it all goes crazy, the film wins laughs. Grade: B.

Perfumes is a French tale about a struggling chauffeur who strikes up an unlikely friendship with a renowned, introverted perfumer. The connection between these two doesn’t ring true but there are nice scenes where they open up and stretch away from their comfort zones. Grade: B.

Herself is a British drama about a mother who escapes her abusive husband and, despite having next-to-money, tries to build a small house to provide for her two daughters. Clare Dunne carries the film with her passionate portrayal of a woman who needs help but is reluctant to ask for it. Grade: B+.

Little Joe is a curious drama about a single mother who genetically engineers a plant that, when you smell it, makes people happy. Does it have at side effects though? It’s like a horror film that’s not a horror film. The look (there’s lot of green) and sound make it all rather unsettling. Grade: B.

In the Heights (out Jun 24) is a film based on the Tony Award winning musical from 2008 of the same name. The narrative is a touch “light” in that there are no real villains, not much suspense, and a formulaic love story. Still, it has a wonderful, infectious energy thanks to the cast, locations, songs and themes. Grade: B+.

The Sparks Brothers (out Jul 8) is terrific. While most music documentaries tend to focus on artists with massive highs and massive lows, this one looks at a gifted duo who have spent over 50 years in the business with middling success. Director Edgar Wright extracts oodles of humour from the many interviewees. Grade: A.

Moonbound (out Jun 24) is an animated feature about a kid trying to rescue his sister who has been captured by the “Moon Man”. Not overly memorable but I think there’s enough to entertain younger audiences. Fun characters. Grade: B.

Buckley’s Chance (out Jun 24) is the tale of a kid, raised in the United States, who moves to the Australian outback to spend time with his cranky grandfather. There’s plenty of corny dialogue and forced subplots (e.g. the granddad being pressured to sell his land). Not much to it. Grade: C+.

Cranston Academy: Monster Zone (out Jun 24) is an animated feature about a teenage scientist who gets a scholarship to an English college and uncovers a portal to a monster-filed universe. It’s harmless fun for kids but these characters are not particularly exciting or memorable. Grade: B-.

Three Summers (out Jun 24) is a Brazilian film centred on a poor caretaker who helps look after the luxurious home of a wealthy family. She’s a fun character (love her “make the best of everything” attitude) but, especially in the final act, the film doesn’t have much to say. Grade: B-.