Archive for the ‘Movies’ Category
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Review: 21 Jump Street
While 21 Jump Street is based on the popular ’80s TV series it isn’t a straight remake – rather it presents a modern day take on the concept of police officers infiltrating crime rings by going undercover within places like high schools. The film takes a much more comedic angle, while mixing some action in, and it all really works.Ă‚Â (more…)...
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DVD/Blu-ray for Week of February 14th
It's a lackluster at best lineup of new releases hitting on DVD and Blu-ray this week. The biggest one is The Rum Diary and even that only made $13 million at the box office. The latest season of Beavis and Butt-Head however is well worth picking up. The Rum Diary (Buy at Amazon: DVD or Blu-ray) Based on the debut novel by Hunter S. Thompson. Tiring of the noise and madness of New York and the crushing conventions of late Eisenhower-era America, Paul Kemp (Johnny Depp) travels to the pri...
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Trailer for Seeking a Friend for the End of the World
The first trailer for the romantic comedy Seeking a Friend for the End of the World has arrived. Starring Steve Carell and Keira Knightley the story occurs with just three weeks left until an asteroid is to hit Earth - as a man left by his wife takes a trip with his neighbor to reunite with his high school sweetheart. Seeking a Friend for the End of the World is slated to release on June 22nd. Set in a too-near future, a man searches for a meaningful connection as humanity’s last day...
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Review: Safe House
Safe House finds a young and inexperienced CIA operative (Ryan Reynolds) caught up in a situation where he must protect a dangerous fugitive in his custody (Denzel Washington) from those who are actively trying to kidnap him. Though it does avoid the "bonding" that might be expected that also leaves the characters feeling underdeveloped and detached while the conspiracy angle driving the events is ultimately predictable.Ă‚Â (more…)...
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Review: Chronicle
Though widely described as a found-footage film Chronicle instead takes on its name as one of three high schoolers who receive mysterious powers record the events that take place throughout. The movie takes on a point-of-view framing rather than becoming about a later discovery as the viewer goes along for the ride that culminates in a surprisingly dark and destructive conclusion. (more…)...
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Trailer for The Bourne Legacy
The first trailer for The Bourne Legacy has arrived. The franchise shifts focus to Aaron Cross, played by Jeremy Renner, who takes over in the lead role as another "Bourne". The Bourne Legacy is slated to release on August 3rd. The narrative architect behind the Bourne film series, Tony Gilroy, takes the helm in the next chapter of the hugely popular espionage franchise that has earned almost $1 billion at the global box office: The Bourne Legacy.Ă‚Â The writer/director expands the Bourne ...
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Theatrical Trailer for The Amazing Spider-Man
Sony has just released the full theatrical trailer for the upcoming reboot of Spider-Man. I came away very impressed with the footage and general tone of The Amazing Spider-Man at Comic-Con and this trailer continues to ramp up anticipation levels.Ă‚Â Andrew Garfield (The Social Network) has taken over the role of Peter Parker with Emma Stone as love interest Gwen Stacy and Rhys Ifans as villain Dr. Curt Connors (aka The Lizard). Directed by Marc Webb (500 Days of Summer)Ă‚Â The Amazing Spid...
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The Avengers Super Bowl Spot
Here is an extended cut of the ad that aired during the Super Bowl broadcast for the upcoming Marvel ensemble film The Avengers. Starring Robert Downey Jr. (Iron Man), Chris Hemsworth (Thor), Chris Evans (Captain America), Mark Ruffalo (Hulk), Jeremy Renner (Hawkeye), Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow), Tom Hiddleston (Loki), and Samuel L. Jackson (Nick Fury) The Avengers is slated to release on May 4th. When an unexpected enemy emerges that threatens global safety and security, Nick...
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