Sherlock Gnomes (2018)

Gnomeo and Juliet was a far better movie than it should have been. While nothing remarkable, the movie was far more charming and entertaining than the silly premise and clunky animation quality would suggest. The mix of Elton John showmanship and some clever plotting turned out a rather pleasant movie. Unfortunately any good will that film generated is pretty much eaten up by this cheap sequel which shows little to no originality.

Like many of these films, little kids may enjoy it anyway. But it is one of those films that will be tedious for their parents. The whole garden gnome shtick wears out completely and it feels like they just recycle the same Elton songs they used in the first film. Is it even an interesting Sherlock Holmes parody? Not really. It's just every cliche you can think of about Holmes thrown together.

This one is clearly a pass. There are honestly so many great films you can take your kids to that you have to ask yourself, sure my kids may not hate this but if they could truly enjoy something better then why bother with this one.

Sherlock Gnomes
Starring: Emily Blunt, James McAvoy, Johnny Depp, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Mary J. Blige, Michael Caine, Maggie Smith
Director: John Stevenson
Writer: Ben Zazove