Sicario is directed by Denis Villeneuve and stars Emily Blunt, Josh Brolin, and Benicio Del Toro. This extraordinary cast, plays the two different sets of law enforcement agencies going after different Mexican Cartels. In order to find the leaders, they must go after all the people involved, the drugs, and the cartel’s means of travel. … Continue reading REVIEW: Sicario
REVIEW: The Martian
The Martian is directed by Ridley Scott and stars Matt Damon and Jessica Chastain. During a manned mission on Mars, astronaut Mark Watney and his crew are faced with a terrible dust storm that forces them to leave the Red Planet early. But in the process of heading back to the ship, Watney is hit … Continue reading REVIEW: The Martian
Lest We Forget: Take Shelter
*NOT A SPOILER FREE REVIEW* Take Shelter is written and directed by Jeff Nichols and stars Michael Shannon and Jessica Chastain. This film tells the story of Curtis LaForche (Michael Shannon) who keeps having visions of a horrific storm approaching. After his first dream of his dog attacking him, Curtis goes to work only to … Continue reading Lest We Forget: Take Shelter
REVIEW: Black Mass
Black Mass is directed by Scott Cooper (Crazy Heart) and stars Johnny Depp, Joel Edgerton, Benedict Cumberbatch, and Kevin Bacon. The film tells the story of South Boston gangster James “Whitey” Bulger and his involvement with FBI in order to take down another Mafia family. The film is greatly adapted from the book Black Mass: … Continue reading REVIEW: Black Mass
REVIEW: Cinderella
What can I say about this film other then it’s simply beautiful? Cinderella, directed by the awe inspiring Kenneth Branagh, provides us with an atmosphere of magic and wonder. In Cinderella, Ella, our beautiful heroine (Lily James of Downton Abbey) recreates the sweet character with a modern take. There have been many Cinderellas done up … Continue reading REVIEW: Cinderella
TOP 5 FRIDAY: TOP 5 KIDS’ MOVIES
Sometimes, even when you’re older, it’s nice to go back to your childhood. There were many honorable mentions in this category. But to be honest, there are just too many good kids’ movies. 5. The Princess Bride The origin of the famous line, “Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to … Continue reading TOP 5 FRIDAY: TOP 5 KIDS’ MOVIES
Top 5 Friday: Most Anticipated Films for Fall 2015
Top 5 Friday Top 10 Friday Every year, during the Fall months, we get the films that will be making the push for Award Season. Most of the films that will come out during that time, with a few exceptions, are mostly dramatic films, which in my opinion are the bread and butter of the … Continue reading Top 5 Friday: Most Anticipated Films for Fall 2015
REVIEW: EX MACHINA
I won't tell you much about this movie, because, frankly, it's better if I don't. Right before I saw this film I happened to see the trailer for Ex Machina on television. If I hadn't seen this trailer I would have been spared the one second shot that basically ruined part of the film's climax. … Continue reading REVIEW: EX MACHINA
‘Steve Jobs’ Teaser Trailer
The teaser trailer for the new Steve Jobs biopic has finally been revealed. I wasn't fond of the film 'Jobs' with Ashton Kutcher, but as far as I can tell, Michael Fassbender will do a great job playing the tech genius. In this teaser, we also get our first look at Seth Rogen, Kate Winslet, … Continue reading ‘Steve Jobs’ Teaser Trailer
REVIEW: MAD MAX: FURY ROAD
I was wondering how I was going to start this, or how to explain the movie in great detail. I found myself thinking that this film is almost indescribable. Almost. It’s been 30 years since director George Miller’s creation of Max Rockatansky was seen. And since that time, Miller has taken to the “family film” … Continue reading REVIEW: MAD MAX: FURY ROAD
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