New Oscar Category: Best Scene
The Oscars needs a shakeup. I am not the first to say it, and I will not be the last. Besides the most obvious answer of making all the votes […]
“Together” Doesn’t Have All Its Ducks In A Row
“A husband and wife are forced to re-evaluate themselves and their relationship through the reality of the COVID-19 lockdown.” Directors: Stephen Daldy, Justin MartinWriter: Dennis KellyStaring: James McAvoy, Sharon Horgan, […]
A Delightful Surprise. “Troll” Is Confident In Its Nostalgic Action Approach
“Deep in the Dovre mountain, something gigantic wakes up after a thousand years in captivity. The creature destroys everything in its path and quickly approaches Oslo.” Director: Roar UthaugWriters: Espen […]
The 95th Academy Awards – Stanko’s Version (Version 20.0)
We are entering the point now where I binge a ton of 2022 movies to try and catchup for the awards season. ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE My Nominations MY […]
“The Pale Blue Eye” Has The Vibe, But Not The Execution
“At West Point Academy in 1830, the calm of an October evening is shattered by the discovery of a young cadet’s body swinging from a rope just off the parade […]
And So It Begins. New Trailer For “John Wick: Chapter 4” Is Out
“John Wick (Keanu Reeves) uncovers a path to defeating the High Table. But before he can earn his freedom, Wick must face off against a new enemy with powerful alliances […]
“Pinocchio” Is Less Valuable Than A Pile Of Rotten Wood
“A puppet is brought to life by a fairy, who assigns him to lead a virtuous life in order to become a real boy.” Director: Robert ZemeckisWriters: Robert Zemeckis, Chris […]
“Violent Night” Is Stupid, But A Stupid Good Time
“When a group of mercenaries attack the estate of a wealthy family, Santa Claus must step in to save the day (and Christmas).” Director: Tommy WirkolaWriters: Pat Casey, Josh MillerStaring: […]
“Scream VI” Trailer Reaction
“In the next installment, the survivors of the Ghostface killings leave Woodsboro behind and start a fresh chapter in New York City.“ Directors: Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Tyler GillettWriters: James Vanderbilt, Guy […]
The 95th Academy Awards – Stanko’s Version (Version 19.0)
We are entering the point now where I binge a ton of 2022 movies to try and catchup for the awards season. ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE My Nominations MY […]
Reflection On “The Big Picture” 2019 Movie Draft
Looking at this reflection of “The Big Picture” 2019 Movie Draft, I have seen 167 movies from this year! This is actually the most abundant movie viewing year of my […]
“Halo” Episode 9 Reaction
“Beaten, battered, and betrayed, John 117 leads the Spartans on a suicide mission to find the Halo and save humanity.” Well we have reached the end. We have reached the […]
Send It In, I Buy The Stock Of “Margin Call”
“Follows the key people at an investment bank over a 24-hour period during the early stages of the 2008 financial crisis.” Director: J.C. ChandorWriter: J.C. ChandorStaring: Zachary Quinto, Stanley Tucci, […]
“Tár” Is A Classic ‘Let Them Cook’ Operation With Cate Blanchett Dishing Out Enough Hate For Leftovers.
“Set in the international world of Western classical music, the film centers on Lydia Tár, widely considered one of the greatest living composer-conductors and the very first female director of […]
“Beau Is Afraid” Trailer Reaction
“A decades-spanning portrait of one of the most successful entrepreneurs of all time.” Director: Ari AsterWriter: Ari AsterStaring: Joaquin Phoenix, Amy Ryan, Parkey Posey, Nathan LaneRated: RRelease Date: April 21, […]
“The Boogeyman” Trailer Reaction
“High school student Sadie Harper and her younger sister Sawyer are reeling from the recent death of their mother and aren’t getting much support from their father, Will, a therapist […]
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