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”
Tag Archives: Summer Movies
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”
‘Endgame’ aftermath is tackled in the ‘Spider-Man: Far From Home’ trailer
Two weeks after Marvel’s culmination event, Avengers: Endgame, fans had to wonder what direction Spider-Man’s MCU sophomore film would take as Phase 3 comes to a close. The spoiler ban was active until this past Monday, when the new trailer dropped to reveal more about this adventure. Trust me, it’s Endgame spoiler-heavy. So you haveContinue reading “‘Endgame’ aftermath is tackled in the ‘Spider-Man: Far From Home’ trailer”
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’”
‘Crazy Rich Asians’ is a shiny rom-com with a cast that’s long overdue
We all remember how it was when Black Panther was released earlier this year. Having an all-Black cast and putting minorities into the spotlight in a major genre. That momentum was transferred into the romantic comedy genre as Asians opened some expensive doors inside their crazy world. And it was a glossy, globe-trotting good time.
‘The Equalizer 2’ delivers nothing new and that’s okay.
No one knew what to expect from 2014’s The Equalizer, banking on Denzel Washington’s charisma and rejoining director Antoine Fuqua. The film was a quiet hit, earning $200 million for Sony. So it was surprising to hear the studio green light a sequel, planning its release during the prime time of summer blockbuster season. What’s alsoContinue reading “‘The Equalizer 2’ delivers nothing new and that’s okay.”
‘Sorry to Bother You’ is a refreshingly original film; full of ambition, laughs, and getting by.
During the summer movie season, it’s a risk to bring out something original among a long list of sequels, remakes, and superhero films. Most likely, that film will get lost in the shuffle and be mentioned underneath the blockbusters of the season. Bay Area rapper-turned-writer/director Boots Riley made his wildly infectious science fiction comedy Sorry toContinue reading “‘Sorry to Bother You’ is a refreshingly original film; full of ambition, laughs, and getting by.”
Light ‘Ant-Man and The Wasp’ a welcome breather as the MCU’s 20th film.
Everyone remember Avengers: Infinity War? The culmination of the first 10 years of the Marvel Cinematic Universe that was paced with amazing action sets, high stakes, and ripped out the hearts of fans all over the world by the time the end credits rolled. But we missed out on one of the more entertaining Avengers.WhereContinue reading “Light ‘Ant-Man and The Wasp’ a welcome breather as the MCU’s 20th film.”
‘Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom’ is an entertaining mixed bag of a film.
This month is a huge one of the Jurassic Park cinematic franchise as the first film celebrates its 25th anniversary. The work of late author, Michael Crichton, was adapted by Steven Spielberg and released in 1993. Filled with dinosaur chases (included a T-Rex chasing a Jeep), raptor hunts and other thrills, the film actually askedContinue reading “‘Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom’ is an entertaining mixed bag of a film.”
‘Incredibles 2’ is worth the 14 year wait
In 2004, Disney/Pixar kicked off their own superhero story with the animated classic, The Incredibles. The 1960’s retro style animated film had it all: colorful, relatable characters, wonderful storytelling, and a Silver-Age Fantastic Four–style and family message that everyone, no matter the age, could relate to. After that, fans who grew up watching the first one eagerly anticipatedContinue reading “‘Incredibles 2’ is worth the 14 year wait”
One Scene at A Time 