I’ll admit that the original Child’s Play scared me as a child. As a guy with a younger sister who had many dolls around, you can imagine why. I blame my active imagination. However, times have changed and Chucky has changed with them. The original incarnation of our favorite murder doll was possessed with the soul ofContinue reading “‘Child’s Play’ remake goes for laughs than scares”
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Old School meets New School in ‘Shaft’
“He thinks he’s the black James Bond.” It’s a line from the movie that’s actually true when you think about it. While James Bond was the international spy called on to save the world, Shaft became the answer for African-Americans. While he wasn’t out to save the world, the private detective’s small scale missions onContinue reading “Old School meets New School in ‘Shaft’”
Heartwarming and funny, ‘Toy Story 4’ is a satisfying animated ending
In 1995, Toy Story changed the animation game as we embarked on the adventures of Woody (voiced by Tom Hanks) and Andy’s toys as he worried that his owner was leaving the cowboy behind. This dark premonition came to pass in 2010’s Toy Story 3. Andy, now an adult, hands his childhood pals to a preschooler named Bonnie. WhileContinue reading “Heartwarming and funny, ‘Toy Story 4’ is a satisfying animated ending”
‘Always Be My Maybe’ is the Love Story We Didn’t Expect
Out of Netflix’s hit or miss original movie, it seems to get romantic comedies just right. The considerably entertaining Set It Up is an example of rom-com success. Netflix’s romantic comedy about two estranged best friends getting a second chance to rekindle an old flame that blends comedy, culture, and social commentary continues that run.
‘Dark Phoenix’ brings a smoldering end to the X-Men film franchise
After 19 years, 12 films, 2 Phoenix saga-focused films, and 1 franchise-binding Wolverine, the X-Men franchise is over. Dark Phoenix wraps up the X-Men prequel films and franchise before the inevitable Disney/MCU reboot switch is turned on. After an established history, I couldn’t see this franchise ending with anything less than an applause. It is heartbreaking toContinue reading “‘Dark Phoenix’ brings a smoldering end to the X-Men film franchise”
The Magic Carpet Doesn’t Reach Maximum Height in Disney’s Live-Action Aladdin
First of all, I love Aladdin. When I get asked about my top Disney movies of all time (possibly coming in a future post), the Middle Eastern folk tale always lands in my top three. Ever since my childhood, the animated classic has ALWAYS landed in my top 3. Considering Disney’s success of live-action remakes,Continue reading “The Magic Carpet Doesn’t Reach Maximum Height in Disney’s Live-Action Aladdin”
Keanu Reeves delivers a classic in glorious action classic ‘John Wick 3’
Si Vis Pacem, para bellum. For the non scholars of dead languages, you might be interested to know this Latin phrase translates as, “If you want peace, prepare for war.” It’s safe to say that no one prepares for war like John Wick does.
Raunch and Romance make an interesting mixture in ‘Long Shot’
This year hasn’t had much competition in the raunchy comedy/romantic comedy department. So while everyone is focusing on the mega blockbusters coming this summer season, a movie such as Long Shot could sneak under the radar. Going to an early screening of the comedy, I wasn’t sure what to expect. The main selling point wereContinue reading “Raunch and Romance make an interesting mixture in ‘Long Shot’”
Marvel Studios pulls out all the stops in a spectacular superhero epic with ‘Avengers: Endgame’
Long live the Avengers. For this review, I felt compelled to start off by honoring these comic-book heroes that have touched the lives of millions of fans around the world, both new and old. Since 2008, Marvel Studios has been on a superhero odyssey; creating memorable moments, whole standalone franchises and bringing the comic booksContinue reading “Marvel Studios pulls out all the stops in a spectacular superhero epic with ‘Avengers: Endgame’”
‘Shazam!’ is the word the DC Film franchise has needed
Despite his similarities to DC’s boy scout mascot, Shazam! is not one of the most well-known superheros from the world of DC Comics. The only thing I know about Shazam was the mega-watt, All-American smile and the yellow lightning on his red suit with a white cape flying in the background. I didn’t even realizeContinue reading “‘Shazam!’ is the word the DC Film franchise has needed”
One Scene at A Time 