A charming, honey-sweet start turns sour in “The Rivals of Amziah King,” where Matthew McConaughey shines as a likable beekeeper in rural Oklahoma — complete with bluegrass vibes and a killer band. But when the film pivots into a darker, overstuffed second act, even Kurt Russell’s late entrance can’t fix the pacing or tone whiplash. The story’s heart lies in Amziah’s bond with his former foster child, Kateri, who steps up after his health scare and hive theft — but the momentum fizzles before the finale. Visually stunning and musically rich, it’s a film that dazzles early and disappoints in its finish.

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