TMNT: Mutant Mayhem

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have lived their lives in hiding and fear. Longing for acceptance, the boys will do anything—good or bad—to get it from humans. But when efforts fail, and Superfly terrorizes the city, the turtles must be heroes whether or not they're accepted by those they save. 

I give this 2023 movie high marks for its stylized (if sometimes frenetic and overwhelming) animation, humor, and general message. I like how it portrays characters doing both good and bad to be accepted—and how both fail when that is the sole goal. It has a gritty, urban feel. There is more cursing then I'd like from the villain. Splinter's character is intriguing. This is a re-imagining of the TMNT franchise, and it mostly works. In general, recommended.

Rating: B+