Editors Note: This was published earlier, but had to be taken down due to a news embargo.In a World…, Independent Comedy, 2013Plot: ‘In a World’ is a story about a voice coach following in her father’s footsteps and trying to make it in the male-dominated voice-over industry. Thoughts: Produced, written, and directed by Lake Bell,Continue reading “New-release Film Review: ‘In a World…’”
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Grave of the Fireflies Review
Grave of the Fireflies, Animated/ Drama, 1988 By Samantha McKinney Plot: A boy and his young sister try to survive in wartime Japan. Thoughts: A mournful film detailing the devastation of war and the lives it touches, Grave of the Fireflies is undoubtedly a departure from the typical “cartoon” aura associated with animation. The achingContinue reading “Grave of the Fireflies Review”
Now You See Me
Now You See Me, Thriller, 2013 Plot: An FBI agent tracks down a group of four magicians who perform acts that are highlighted by some sort of robbery. Thoughts: What could have been a phenomenal take on the heist genre, ended up being a poor man’s Ocean’s Eleven (the George Clooney version). I struggled to thinkContinue reading “Now You See Me”
Iron Man 3
Iron Man 3, Action, 2013 Plot: Tony Stark is back in his solo film as he deals with an array of antagonists including the Mandarin, Aldrich Killian, and his own demons from his time with the Avengers in New York. Thoughts: The third installment in the Iron Man series featured a new director in ShaneContinue reading “Iron Man 3”
Wreck-It Ralph
Wreck-It Ralph, Family, 2012 Plot: A video-game villain is tired of playing the role of the bad guy, so he decides to try to prove that he deserves praise from his peers. Thoughts: I was excited to see this movie because of the “retro” lore and various eater eggs sprinkled throughout the movie (my favoriteContinue reading “Wreck-It Ralph”
Centurion
Centurion, 2010, DramaPlot: A group of Roman soldiers attempt to make it back home after being trapped behind enemy lines and hunted by an expert tracker. Thoughts: This movie was very reminiscent of “Black Plague” based on the plot. Michael Fassbender was a convincing soldier and his supporting cast really made him look good. The movieContinue reading “Centurion”
Sabah/ The Cove
Sabah: A Love Story, Romantic, 2005Plot: A 40-year old Muslim woman falls in love with a non-Muslim and lives a double life to keep him and her family apart. Thoughts: This movie was designed to start a dialog between various beliefs and make an argument that we can all get along and be happy. It’s aContinue reading “Sabah/ The Cove”
Un Chien Andalou/ Some Folks Call it a Sling Blade
Un Chien Andalou, 1929, SurrealismPlot: Salvador Dali makes his mark in the world of surrealism by creating a very strange film about a woman and a strange man. This scene made my eye hurt. Thoughts: This movie was very strange and completely showed the surrealists vision. I’m not a huge fan of the art genre,Continue reading “Un Chien Andalou/ Some Folks Call it a Sling Blade”
Hero/ Exam
Hero, Action/ Drama, 2002Plot: The story of a brave warrior from the Qin dynasty gains access to the King after killing 3 of the largest threats to the King. Thoughts: I’ve seen this movie multiple times and every time is just as good, if not better, than the last. I really enjoy Jet Li asContinue reading “Hero/ Exam”
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