Just a note upfront: in order to really discuss this film’s biggest strengths and weaknesses I will need to touch on some specific story beats that happen in the second half of the film. I hate to do two spoiler reviews in as many weeks, but I feel somewhat less guilty considering this is based … Continue reading Movie Review – The Great Gatsby
Jackie Robinson’s entrance into the world of Major League Baseball is a seminal moment in American history and a story that most Americans are at least vaguely familiar with. 42 attempts to tell that story in a way that honors the legendary status of Robinson, but in the process fails to give us a real … Continue reading Movie Review – 42
There was a lot of potential in this one, potential that was unfortunately wasted. The Incredible Burt Wonderstone tells the story of the eponymous Burt (played by Steve Carrell) and Anton Marvelton (Steve Buscemi) who formed a friendship based on a mutual love of magic and a shared experience of being social outcasts. Thirty years … Continue reading Movie Review – The Incredible Burt Wonderstone
Remember that kid in high school? The one who wasn’t terribly bright, but had the best of intentions, was charming, and had a good sense of humor? The one who would get up to give a presentation before the class and really botch all the requirements of the assignment while still managing to be entertaining? … Continue reading Movie Review – Gangster Squad
Before I jump into the review proper I’m going to take some time to talk about some geeky film tech stuff. I know there’s some of you that aren’t going to care, and if that’s you feel free to skip ahead, I’ll have the actual film review part marked so you know where to find … Continue reading Movie Review – The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
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