Tag: movie review
Aside from the pecs of a god, Thor can’t redeem “Blackhat”
Director Michael Mann’s latest movie has come out, with promises that the former hand behind “Heat” would be able to spice up Hollywood with...
“American Sniper” not Clint Eastwood’s best, but still nicely done
Known for opening discussion on masculinity from his Westerns to war films, Clint Eastwood continues this discussion in his recent film “American Sniper,” a...
“Inherent Vice” artfully captures mania, confusion of its time
It’s a simple story.
Doc Sportello (Joaquin Phoenix) is visited by ex-girlfriend Shasta (Katherine Waterston), who is being coerced by her real estate mogul lover...
Broken pacing tarnishes “Unbroken”
Going into the theater with limited knowledge on the subject of the film, you might expect the typical World War II movie here, full...
“The Babadook” reads as best horror movie this year
“If it’s in a word, or it’s in a look, you can’t get rid of The Babadook.”
With little to no major marketing this horror...
Penguins are the best in “Penguins of Madagascar”
The lukewarm reception of the “Penguins of Madagascar” TV show could invoke a negative reception for the titular movie. But style over substance rears...
“Horrible Bosses” 2 isn’t horrible but doesn’t surprise
"You three are the craziest criminals I've ever seen in my life — you gotta act like it!” And act like it they did...
“Mockingjay” leaves you hungry for part two
Say what you want, but I am awfully grateful that we live in an age where countless young adult book series are transformed into...
“Beyond the Lights” shines
Social commentary done right: That is what “Beyond the Lights” manages to achieve in its almost two-hour running time. With precise focus it tackles...
“Dumb and Dumber To”: Not Enough Dumb Fun
Before we begin, I would like to touch briefly on the subject of sequels. As we all know, Hollywood has been putting out sequels...