Movie review: Woman-driven superhero flick Captain Marvel plays it safe

As the lead in Marvel's first woman-driven superhero movie, actress Brie Larson is carrying an unfair amount of weight on her shoulders. PHOTO: THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
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CAPTAIN MARVEL (PG13)

124 minutes/Opens March 7/3 stars

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