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
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
“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
For decades war movies have come in all shapes and sizes. But only a handful of modern war movies have hit as hard as “Warfare” from Iraq War veteran Ray Mendoza. A former U.S. Navy SEAL, Mendoza writes and directs alongside Alex Garland (“Ex Machina”, “Civil War”) to deliver a raw and no frills feature … Continue reading
Among the most intriguing films of the still early movie year is “Sinners”, the latest collaboration between writer-director Ryan Coogler and his favorite star Michael B. Jordan. Coogler and Warner Bros. have done a terrific job promoting this period action horror feature starting with their ferocious trailers. Now the studio has dropped yet another new … Continue reading
It may not be the most audacious of titles, but in the case of “Gunslingers” the shoe fits. Brian Skiba directs, writes, produces, and edits this fairly action-packed Western that’s built upon the kind of premise you might see in a Corbucci or Leone feature. There is no shortage of Old West blood and carnage, … Continue reading
