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
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
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
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
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
There has been a ton of buzz out there for “House of Gucci” and rightly so. Not only is it Ridley Scott’s second movie in as many months, but it packs an all-star cast. Add to that the amazing true story it’s inspired by and you have a movie that could be an awards season … Continue reading
