'Simpsons Movie' needs facelift

Looking forward to a movie breeds disappointment when it turns out to be less than mediocre. “The Simpsons Movie” brought forth little laughter from the screening audience, and most of what was heard was forced.

Somehow, magically, when the audience jump-started the movie with laughter, the rest of it should have turned into a mindless cascade of humor, but it never happened. Millions watch “The Simpsons” on Sunday nights for an easy laugh and to clear out their minds so they can face the challenges of the upcoming week with a fresh direction. This movie would make a 20-year-old feel like she...