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Jupiter Ascending (2015) – Film Review
Are the Wachowskis a one hit wonder? I believe so. Continue reading
Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014) – Film Review
Captain America: The Winter Soldier is the third film in Phase 2 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Iron Man 3 was disappointing, but Thor: The Dark World was slightly better due to Loki’s presence. However, Captain America: The Winter Solider just might be one of the best films Marvel has done since the first Iron … Continue reading
300: Rise of an Empire (2014) – Film Review
300: Rise of an Empire is a prequel/sequel to the original 300 (2006) film. There are events spanning from before, during, and after the events of the original film. The original film was filled with comic book style action, blood, gore, nudity, etc. That’s not surprising because the films are based off of graphic novels … Continue reading
Non-Stop (2014) – Film Review
Another year, another Liam Neeson movie showcasing his ability to play an angry badass (and I don’t mean that in a bad way). Non-Stop tells the story of Bill Marks (Liam Neeson), an alcoholic Federal Air Marshal with a troubled past. He is assigned his usual duty of accompanying a flight, however this time danger … Continue reading
Dallas Buyers Club (2013) – Film Review
Dallas Buyers Club is a film that takes place from the late 1980’s to the early 1990’s dealing with the AIDS epidemic. The film tells the story of Ron Woodroof (Matthew McConaughey), a homophobic electrician and bull rider. He is diagnosed with AIDS and quickly finds his life falling apart. Dr. Eve Saks (Jennifer Garner) … Continue reading
The Lego Movie (2014) – Movie Review
Lego’s have been around since 1949. There is no denying the success of the Lego’s franchise – they have video games, amusement parks, books, etc. While I’ve never owned Lego’s, that didn’t stop me from enjoying this fun, witty, and surprisingly touching film. The Lego Movie follows Emmett (Chris Pratt), a construction worker who lives … Continue reading
Man of Steel (2013) – Film Review
Being a huge fan of DC, this movie was one of my most anticipated films last year. The trailer grabbed my attention and I believed it would be the Batman Begins of the Superman franchise. Unfortunately, I was wrong and left disappointed by the emotionless and disjointed effort by Zack Synder and David Goyer. The … Continue reading
Her (2013) – Film Review
Her is a film that is gloomy, strange, touching, and at times funny. I would consider it one of the most original romance films since Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. The premise of the film is bizarre, although that shouldn’t be surprising once you realize who directed and wrote this film. Spike Jonze, in … Continue reading
American Hustle (2013) – Film Review
Following The Fighter and Silver Linings Playbook, David O. Russell returns with American Hustle. O. Russell is on a roll and with an ensemble cast consisting of Christian Bale, Bradley Cooper, Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner, and Jennifer Lawrence, expectations are high. The film’s narrative follows a fictionalized version of the 1978 Abscam case. The Abscam … Continue reading
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