Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb

It’s been years since the night guard, Larry (Ben Stiller), discovered the strange happenings after dark at the American Museum of Natural History– at sundown the artifacts and exhibits come to life. Powered by the magic tablet of Ahkmenrah (Rami Malek), the museum has garnered considerable attention by the public, that is, until the magic started to die. Tasked with saving tablet and the exhibits, Larry, Ahkmenrah, Teddy Roosevelt (Robin Williams), Sacajawea (Mizuo Peck), Attila the Hun (Patrick Gallagher), Jedediah (Owen Wilson), and Octavius (Steve Coogan) will have to travel to foggy old London town to solve their problems. But, even Sir Lancelot (Dan Stevens) might not be able to save the day. Meanwhile, Larry’s son, Nick (Skyler Gisondo), is ready to spread his own wings, it’s a time of letting go, will Larry have the courage to let the things he loves most go?museum3 Aiming for the family fun ticket this holiday season Director Shawn Levy appears to indeed create and save the magic one more time with a bittersweet message about self growth that rings simple and truthful despite the otherwise fantastic circumstances surrounding the museum. Especially poignant are some of the final words from Robin Williams and Mickey Rooney, sad, but almost a knowing and loving goodbye. Meanwhile humor hitting on multiple levels, albeit some sophomoric, lends plenty to bring a smile, easy escapism for the holidays. Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb is rated PG.