Mahershala Ali stars in the interesting new drama “Swan Song”. It comes from writer-director Benjamin Cleary and is set to release later this year on AppleTV+. Showing off a nice supporting cast and an eye-catching style, the first trailer does a good job setting up this heartbreaking moral tale. Ali plays Cameron, a loving husband … Continue reading
REVIEW: “Dangerous” (2021)
Production designer turned director David Hackl helms the new film “Dangerous”, a kooky action thriller that starts with some real promise. But the story (written by Chris Borrelli) quickly comes unglued and ventures into territory too silly to take seriously. It takes an appealing cast and gives them unappealing characters, leaving them with the unenviable … Continue reading
Movie Poster Spotlight: “Spider-Man: No Way Home”
Marvel Cinematic Universe fans have their eyes set on December 17th. That’s when their next big lucrative superhero installment hits theaters. And while some of their more recent films came with their own reasons for caution, the MCU’s third Spider-Man movie has fans pretty thrilled with what they’ve teased so far. The new poster adds … Continue reading
REVIEW: “Paranormal Activity: Next of Kin” (2021)
Confession time: I have no real attachment to the “Paranormal Activity” franchise. I haven’t seen any of the films past the first two. I couldn’t tell you anything about the timeline or how any of the six movies connect (if they connect). Even more, the entire found-footage phenomenon ran its course for me years ago. … Continue reading
REVIEW: “Bergman Island” (2021)
Fårö sits just off Sweden’s mainland and is probably best known as the home of the late Swedish filmmaker Ingmar Bergman. The acclaimed auteur lived on the idyllic Baltic island from 1965 until his death in 2007. His affection for Fårö led him to make a total of six features there including “Through a Glass … Continue reading
REVIEW: “Eternals” (2021)
You can count me among the many Chloé Zhao fans out there. The Beijing-born filmmaker has had a short yet prominent career, making a name for herself in the thriving world of independent cinema. Her renown grew even more last year when her film “Nomadland” dominated awards season, taking home Academy Awards for both Best … Continue reading