Perched high among my most anticipated films of 2025 is the latest Mission: Impossible extravaganza – “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning”. This is the EIGHTH feature in the Tom Cruise led action spy film series and the fourth consecutive M:I movie written and directed by Christopher McQuarrie. The film has been teased as the … Continue reading
“The Fantastic Four: First Steps” Gets Inspired New Character Posters
Say what you want about the state of the now unwieldy Marvel Cinematic Universe, but the folks at Marvel Studios have done a bang-up job promoting what is easily the most compelling movie on their release schedule. “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” has the potential to overcome the MCU fatigue that has grown due to … Continue reading
REVIEW: “Final Destination Bloodlines” (2025)
I openly admit to not being well-versed in the “Final Destination” franchise. In fact, it legitimately surprised me to find out this was the SIXTH movie in a film series that began twenty-five years ago. “Final Destination 5” released in 2011 and was a modest commercial success. Enough so that plans for a sixth installment … Continue reading
REVIEW: “Andor” Season 2 (2025)
The first season of “Andor” caught many people by surprise. While it was very much a Star Wars installment, creator Tony Gilroy’s interests lied beyond lightsaber duels and spaceship battles. His vision was intensely character-driven, focusing on the human element at the center of the Empire’s tightening grip on the galaxy and the fledgling rebellion’s … Continue reading
First Glance: “F1” Main Trailer
We’ve seen teasers and a first trailer for the upcoming film “F1”. Yesterday we were given what Warner Bros. has called the “Main Trailer”. And just like before, this thing looks terrific. Apple Studios has poured a ton of money into this action sports drama centered around the world of Formula One racing. Some have … Continue reading
New on Home Video: “Black Bag” on Blu-ray + Digital
Universal Pictures Home Entertainment is bringing Steven Soderbergh’s exhilarating spy thriller “Black Bag” to home video. Released in theaters in mid-March, “Black Bag” remains one of the best films of 2025 thanks to David Koepp’s razor-sharp script and two dynamic lead performances from Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett. But ultimately it’s Soderbergh, whose signature style … Continue reading