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The Hobbit is the first step on Tolkien’s long journey into Middle-earth. The story is set in Middle-earth sixty years before The Lord of the Rings, and portions of the film are adapted from the appendices to Tolkien's The Return of the King novel. An Unexpected Journey tells of...
Visually compelling but short on lots of story elements. I’ve just watched Snow White and the Huntsman and I emerged from the cocoon of the movie theatre a mite confused. Was it an action movie? A love story that didn’t get off the ground? Why were the characters so...
Books to film: do they work? In the case of Salmon Fishing in the Yemen, yes. I chose to watch this film because the title alone is ridiculous. You can’t fish for salmon in the Yemen, or can you? I also liked the combination of Blunt and McGregor as...
The megalodon is back. With friends. Lots of friends as well as some who have no business being able to walk on land! Quick recap: Jonas Taylor (our Jason) and crew descend again into the Trench (the Mariana Trench) to investigate further and do more research. They...
The megalodon is back. With friends. Lots of friends as well as some who have no business being able to walk on land! Quick recap: Jonas Taylor (our Jason) and crew descend again into the Trench (the Mariana Trench) to investigate further and do more research. They...
"Snag," directed by Dean David, is a gritty crime drama that delivers a compelling, if somewhat familiar, narrative of revenge and redemption. Released in 2023, the film stars Scott Eastwood as Harry, a former criminal turned vigilante who seeks to rescue his kidnapped daughter while navigating a dangerous underworld....
"Play Dead," directed by Patrick Lussier and released in 2022, is a gripping thriller that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats with its blend of suspense and drama. The film stars Bailee Madison as Chloe, a young woman who stages her own death in order to infiltrate...
"Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves," directed by Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley, delivers a rollicking and adventurous take on the beloved tabletop role-playing game. Released in 2023, the film is a delightful blend of fantasy, humor, and action that captures the spirit of the game while appealing...
"Beautiful Disaster," directed by Roger Kumble and released in 2023, is a romantic drama that caters to fans of the genre with its blend of passion, conflict, and heartfelt moments. Adapted from the popular novel by Jamie McGuire, the film chronicles the turbulent relationship between two college students: the...
"Suzume," directed by Makoto Shinkai, is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant film that solidifies Shinkai’s reputation as a master of modern animation. Released in 2022, this Japanese animated feature weaves a poignant tale of grief, healing, and the journey to find one's place in the world. ...
"Wake of Death" is a gritty action thriller that delivers a relentless, high-stakes revenge story. Jean-Claude Van Damme stars as Ben Archer, a former mobster who finds his quiet life upended when his wife is brutally murdered by a ruthless Chinese crime syndicate. Fueled by...
Hidden Strike (2023) delivers a thrilling blend of action and camaraderie, driven by the dynamic duo of Jackie Chan and John Cena. Directed by Scott Waugh, the film follows two ex-special forces soldiers on a perilous mission to escort civilians to safety through Baghdad’s infamous “Highway of Death.” ...
"Wake of Death," directed by Philippe Martinez, is a gritty and relentless action film that delivers a raw punch with its no-nonsense approach to the revenge genre. Jean-Claude Van Damme stars as Ben Archer, a former cop seeking vengeance after his wife is murdered by a gang of human...
"Transformers: Rise of the Beasts," directed by Steven Caple Jr., injects new life into the beloved franchise with a thrilling blend of nostalgia and innovation. This 2023 installment takes audiences on an exhilarating ride, mixing high-octane action with a fresh twist on the Transformer lore. Set in...
"The Blackening," directed by Tim Story, emerges as a fresh and audacious entry into the horror-comedy genre, blending sharp social commentary with spine-tingling thrills. This 2023 film takes a classic horror setup and injects it with a unique, culturally aware twist, delivering both laughs and scares in equal measure....
"Elemental," directed by Peter Sohn, is a stunning addition to Pixar's impressive lineup of animated films. Set in a vibrant world where fire, water, land, and air elements coexist, the film explores themes of diversity and acceptance through the eyes of its charming characters. The story follows...
From the performances to the writing to the cinematography to the special effects, "The Cave" is a rickety, ramshackle junk heap of a monster movie, the type that wouldn't even pass muster with die-hard viewers of the Sci-Fi Channel. Bloodless, scareless, eventless, and nearly violence-free, the film is a...
The movie stars Harrison Ford as a cop who moves confidently through the city’s mean streets. He is laconic, cynical, competent. He has a difficult assignment. A group of “replicants,” artificial people who seem amazingly human, have escaped from “off-world,” and are trying to inflict themselves...
A subtle emotional journey impeccably orchestrated by director Mike Nichols and acutely well acted, Regarding Henry has a back-to-basics message that's bound to strike a responsive chord in the troubled aftermath of the 1980s. In a way, the pic is a variation on the old story of...
Gene Stupnitsky’s “No Hard Feelings” is a delightful romantic comedy that deftly balances laugh-out-loud humor with genuine emotional depth. Featuring a standout performance by Jennifer Lawrence, the film navigates the complexities of personal growth and unconventional relationships with both wit and warmth. Jennifer Lawrence stars as Maddie...
"Blink Twice," directed by Ava Greenfield, is a mesmerizing film that deftly combines psychological drama with a whimsical touch of mystery. The movie introduces audiences to a unique narrative where perception and reality blur in unexpected ways. The story centers on Emma (played with nuanced brilliance by Eliza Hargrove),...
“Meg 2: The Trench,” directed by Ben Wheatley, plunges audiences back into the murky depths of prehistoric oceanic terror with a splashy, high-octane sequel to the 2018 hit. With a blend of jaw-dropping action and a hefty dose of tongue-in-cheek humor, this installment delivers what fans of giant shark...
Andy Muschietti's "The Flash" bursts onto the screen with a whirlwind of excitement, delivering a high-voltage superhero experience that both honors and redefines the DC Universe. Ezra Miller’s portrayal of Barry Allen brings a unique blend of charm and vulnerability to the character, making his journey through the multiverse...
I first saw the stage production of Les Misérables when I was a drama student in London. I cried from start to finish. I recently saw the movie version. I cried from start to finish. What is it about this powerful book, written in 1862—meaning it’s over...
I just watched the new Ridley Scott film Prometheus. Is it good? It’s great. But is it good? No, not really, if you’re interested in the story, the fact that it’s the prequel to the wildly successful Alien franchise, and if you’re a stickler for tying up loose ends. If...
