“Walk of Shame” is shameful
“Walk Of Shame” has probably flown under the radar of a lot of moviegoers. The film had the tragic fate of being released on the same date as “The Amazing Spider-Man 2,” as well...
“Brick Mansions” fails to draw audience in despite interesting storyline
As a film that does not take itself too seriously while highlighting a community divided by social class, “Brick Mansions” sends off Paul Walker as the hero we have come to know, but does...
“The Quiet Ones” falls victim to usual horror cliches
I couldn't wait to see “The Quiet Ones” when I saw that it was coming from Hammer Film Productions. This year has been less than fulfilling for horror film fanatics, but knowing that you...
“A Haunted House 2” haunts the audience with horrible punchlines
I have a headache from being hit over the head with blatant punchlines.
“A Haunted House 2” is the sequel to Marlon Wayans’ and Rick Alvarez’s 2013 “comedy” “A Haunted House.” The film picks up...
“Oculus”: Looking through the sloppy glass
How do you make a typical haunting horror movie seem original? Director Mike Flanagan believes this is done by playing with the minds of the audience and having them not understand anything that’s going...
Wes Anderson creates another quirky masterpiece in “The Grand Budapest Hotel”
When attempting to review a filmmaker such as Wes Anderson, it is difficult to know where to begin. Anderson’s unique directorial touch is recognizable anywhere — and often, it is beloved or hated. The...
Captain America: The Winter Soldier” Sets the Bar for Marvel
One of the first things that came to my mind after watching “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” (besides “Whoa, what an awesome movie!”) was “Don’t retire, Chris Evans!” This movie packs a punch in...
Modernization of “Noah” succeeds, but lacks consistency
If you found yourself pondering your childhood Bible studies after watching this film, then you probably had the right reaction.
In “Noah,” Darren Aronofsky’s modern retelling of one of the most popular biblical tales from...
A virtual conversation with Edward Snowden
On a warm day in March, while indie bands were playing and films were competing for the attention of judges at the South by Southwest (SXSW) Festival. For an hour, Edward Snowden, the United...
“300: Rise of an Empire” heavy on action, empty on plot
What comes to mind when you think of the number 300? Is it slow motion? What about overly saturated CGI? Or maybe a super kick that sent a Persian messenger plunging to his death?
If...