Kudos to Warner Bros. Pictures. They have hit all the right notes in promoting their latest big release, “Sinners”. Now for many of us, the reteaming of writer-director Ryan Coogler and actor Michael B. Jordan was the only selling point we needed. But the studio made their latest collaboration even more enticing with a pair … Continue reading
First Glance: “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” Full Trailer
Could the Marvel Cinematic Universe be getting back on track? I don’t want to get my hopes up, especially after the steady flow of sub-par movies and streaming shows. But “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” has the potential to be something we haven’t seen from Marvel Studios in a while – a really good MCU … Continue reading
First Glance: “The Roses”
Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman star in the upcoming black comedy “The Roses” from director Jay Roach. Perhaps known best for the “Austin Powers” movies and “Meet the Parents”, “The Roses” is Roach’s first feature film since 2019’s “Bombshell”. It’s said to be a reimagining of the 1989 film “The War of the Roses” which … Continue reading
REVIEW: “Star Wars: Skeleton Crew”
It has been nearly six years since a new Star Wars movie has been released on the big screen. During its absence, the Galaxy Far, Far Away has made a temporary shift to streaming television – a move that has resulted in several highs and a few unfortunate lows. Arguably its biggest misfire was last … Continue reading
REVIEW: “The Amateur” (2025)
Who said all action stars have to have the brawn of Dwayne Johnson, the intimidating snarl of Liam Neeson, or the bone-cracking agility of Jason Statham? Case in point – Rami Malek in his new film “The Amateur”. He plays an unassuming but extremely intelligent CIA cryptographer who sets out to avenge his wife after … Continue reading
REVIEW: “Drop” (2025)
“Drop” is the latest from writer-director Christopher Landon, the filmmaker who helmed both “Happy Death Day” movies. He also penned the “Paranormal Activity” series and the slasher comedy “Heart Eyes” from earlier this year. His latest serving is a much different dish. “Drop” is an old-school Hitchcockian thriller that is firmly planted in our modern … Continue reading