“Vacation Friends” is yet another movie that was originally planned for theaters, ended up delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and then eventually moved to streaming. Ideas for the film sprang up as far back as 2014 and over the years there have been several big names attached including Chris Pratt and Ice Cube. It’s … Continue reading
First Glance: “Spencer”
After teasing us with some stunning images and one terrific poster, Neon has dropped the first teaser trailer for “Spencer”, their much-anticipated Diana Princess of Wales biography. Directed by Pablo Larraín (“Jackie”) from a script by Steven Knight, “Spencer” is set to have its big premiere next week at the Venice Film Festival. The rest … Continue reading
REVIEW: “Demonic” (2021)
(Click here to read my full review from Friday’s Arkansas Democrat-Gazette) South African filmmaker Neill Blomkamp made quite the memorable splash with his 2009 debut film “District 9”. The heady and perceptive sci-fi thriller set itself in an alternate 1982 and explored themes of xenophobia, class and income inequality. In addition to being a box … Continue reading
Movie Poster Spotlight: “Spencer”
You’ve probably seen the shots of Kristen Stewart as Diana, Princess of Wales from the upcoming bio-drama “Spencer”. The resemblance in those images is uncanny. Now the Pablo Larraín directed film has dropped an amazing poster. Check it out and tell me what you think. DIRECTOR – Pablo Larraín WRITER – Steven Knight STARRING – … Continue reading
REVIEW: “Candyman” (2021)
The original 1992 “Candyman” came out as the VHS era was booming. DVDs were still four years away so VHS cassettes were the way millions of people consumed their movies. When “Candyman” came out it wasn’t some genre-changing masterpiece, yet critics recognized not only its gory violence but its surprisingly rich social commentary. But for … Continue reading
First Glance: “Spider-Man: No Way Home”
For months social media has been begging for Marvel Studios to finally drop a trailer for “Spider-Man: No Way Home”. Last night they finally obliged and gave MCU fans a glimpse into one of the most highly anticipated movies on the studio’s docket. Of course Tom Holland reprises his role as the iconic webslinger, but … Continue reading