“Ferrari” Trailer Reaction
“Set in the summer of 1957, with Enzo Ferrari’s auto empire in crisis, the ex-racer turned entrepreneur pushes himself and his drivers to the edge as they launch into the […]
“The Expend4bles” Opens In Theaters Tomorrow
“The Expendables will square up against: an arms dealer who commands the might of a massive private army.“ Director: Scott WaughWriters: Kurt Wimmer, Tad Daggerhart, Max Adams, Dave Callaham, Spenser […]
“Bama Rush” Misunderstands Its Own Assignment
“It centers on women as they rush the sorority system at the University of Alabama in 2022.” Director: Rachel FleitRelease Date: May 23, 2023IMDB What a fucking HUGE swing and […]
“Thelma & Louis” Has One Of The Best Friendship Portrayals Ever
“Two best friends set out on an adventure, but it soon turns around to a terrifying escape from being hunted by the police, as these two girls escape for the […]
“Renfield” Is Demented, Deranged And A Great Bloody Surprise
Time to totally shut your brain off and enjoy a ton of mindless bloody violence. Yup, that is what Renfield (2023) is. You totally were expecting that, right?
TAYLOR SWIFT HAS BLESSED US WITH A MOVIE THEATER EXPERIENCE OF HER RECORD-BREAKING SHOW-STOPPING ERAS TOUR
Holy shit. It is happening. Of course it is happening. Taylor Swift, in the midst of what is sure to be the most profitable and legendary international tour ever, is […]
“Foe” Trailer Reaction
“Hen and Junior farm a secluded piece of land that has been in Junior’s family for generations, but their quiet life is thrown into turmoil when an uninvited stranger shows […]
The Violence Of “Sisu” Is Giggle Inducing
Do you love action? Do you love over-the-top violence? Do you hate Nazis?
May I introduce you to a little movie called Sisu (2023).
“Switchback” Hits The Brakes Just As It Gets Going
Switchback (1997) is a classic cat & mouse game with an aloof cop and a rambunctiously charismatic killer. The shocking part of the story is who plays what part.
“Maestro” Trailer Reaction
Maestro (2023) is staying in the musical realm, but changing the dynamic of the relationship. Cooper isn’t going to be playing the overshadowed former star. Instead, Cooper is going to be playing renowned musical talent Leonard Bernstein as he becomes one of the most iconic conductors of all time. The lens through which we will view many of Leonard’s actions is his wife Felecia, who will be played by two-time Oscar nominee Carey Mulligan.
A Good Spy Thriller Is Timeless: “Three Days Of The Condor”
Three Days Of The Condor (1975) is a damn good spy thriller. It is not in the upper echelon of espionage movies, but neither is it just pure entertainment fodder. Director Sydney Pollack takes the star power of Robert Redford and portrays him as a common man in an uncommon situation. The plot provides twists and turns and Max von Sydow in a supporting role is a perfect amalgamation of an evil Jacques Clouseau.
“Till” Rips At Emotions, But Leaves Threads Dangling
Till (2022) is a true story based on 27 years of research by producer, writer and filmmaker Keith Beauchamp. His work and writing about the Emmett Till case, which dates back to the 1990s, helped bring the Till case back to the United States Department Of Justice in 2004. The murder of Emmett Till was a galvanizing moment for the civil rights movements, and Till tells the story of how his mother Mamie Till Mobley (Danielle Deadwyler) stood up to injustice and made an evergreen stamp in the fight against racism.
A Case Of The Book Is Better Than Movie: “Patriot Games”
I am going to be that guy. The book was way better than the movie.
Lets Put Two Beautiful People In A Movie. Steven Soderbergh’s “Out Of Sight”
“A career bank robber breaks out of jail, and shares a moment of mutual attraction with a U.S. Marshal he has kidnapped.” Director: Steven SoderberghWriters: Elmore Leonard, Scott FrankStaring: George […]
Love A Great Surprise. “No Escape” Is John Carpenter Ethos With Ray Liotta
“A soldier convicted for murdering his commanding officer is dumped and left to die on a prison island inhabited by two camps of convicts.” Director: Martin CampbellWriters: Richard Herley, Michael […]
Just A Quick Recommendation: “Jagged” Is A Mid-90s Emotional Sing-A-Long Joy Ride
“Documentary centers on the life and work of Canadian singer-songwriter Alanis Morissette while making her breakout album ‘Jagged Little Pill’” Director: Alison KlaymanRelease Date: November 18, 2021IMDB What we have […]
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