Pokemon are back in fashion and ‘Rush Hour’ brings the laughs: This week’s best and biggest on Netflix

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The Wedding Guest

This interesting little thriller follows a British Muslim man who becomes entangled in a kidnapping plot.

Prior to her wedding, Samira is taken in the middle of the night from her room. Jay is stealing her away to bring her to her true love, who has given him an important assignment.

But everyone has their own ideas, and double-crosses are afoot.

Dev Patel and Radhika Apte are well-matched in this film, and the acting is what really elevates it.

The story threatens to go off the rails a few times, but it’s kept grounded by the incredible Patel.

3.5/5 Stars

Detective Pikachu

Perfect for viewers from five to 45, Detective Pikachu is a wonderful nostalgia-trip that will bring back all your fondest memories of this incredible universe.

The trading card, film and television dynasty follows little creatures who battle each other so their human Pokemon trainers can reach new heights.

In Detective Pikachu, this animated world is brought to live-action, and when young loner Tim finds a cuddly Pikachu, he makes a friend.

But he soon realizes his friend — voiced by hilarious canuck Ryan Reynolds — wants to be a detective more than anything.

They go on some incredible adventures in this lovely film for all ages.

4/5 Stars

Honest Thief

The venerable 69-year-old Liam Neeson has been an unlikely action star for more than a decade, and if there’s one way to describe his films, it’s that they’re comforting.

We know what we’re getting every time, and while there are few surprises in Honest Thief, it’s interesting, diverting and a lot of fun.

Neeson stars as successful bank robber Tom who decides to turn himself in after meeting Annie, the love of his life.

He meets two FBI agents to turn himself in and give all the money back for a reduced sentence, but the agents decide they want a slice of the pie and attempt to kill him.

Tragedy strikes and he goes on the run, attempting to clear his name. Along the way, Kate Walsh, Jai Courtney, Jeffrey Donovan, and the incredible Robert Patrick pop up.

It’s well-cast and a lot of fun, and in a year where we didn’t have much popcorn entertainment, it’ll do the trick.

3.5/5 Stars

Rush Hour Trilogy

The Rush Hour films are, frankly, some of the best buddy cop fare to be made, and they’re absolutely hilarious.

Putting odd-couple Hong Kong inspector Lee and loudmouth L.A.P.D. officer Carter together makes for comedy gold, and spawned two sequels.

Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan are wonderful together and have some of the best chemistry I’ve seen on film. They’re so absolutely in touch with each other.

The plots of the comedy-crime movies are almost secondary to the brotherhood and love that shines through between these two.

If you want a great time-capsule and belly laughs, you simply need to go back and check these out.

4/5 Stars

Yes, God Yes

This adorable little indie caught me by complete surprise, and had me enthralled the entire run-time.

When a Catholic schoolgirl finds an innocent AOL chat turn sexual, she discovers masturbation and tries to keep her newfound discoveries to herself.

She goes to camp in the early 2000s, but realizes more people are interested in sex and self-pleasure than she ever realized.

Though she feels she faces eternal damnation for her transgressions, she can’t help but wonder why something that feels so natural could be wrong.

Sensitively directed by Karen Maine and featuring a layered star turn from Natalie Dyer, this is a great film.

It’s not one for anyone under 16, but it’s an interesting, well-told delight that will make you giggle if you’re open to it.

4/5 Stars

Jordan Parker's weekly film reviews can be found on his blog, Parker & The Picture Shows.