THE BEEKEEPER (Released to Theaters USA 2024)

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 4.2|5.0 Starsìììì 

The Beekeeper—quality story told well—has Jason Statham working a movie perfectly suited for him as unlike Meg and Meg 2 as night from day. This is a 'do not miss'  film for the adult audience. It relies on high intrigue and serving justice 'Beekeeper' style. 

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Storyline 

Adam Clay goes after high-level computer conmen who empty bank accounts through a series of manipulative questions that give them access to liquid assets.

Additional Thanks 

Thank you to Director David Ayers for directing effort. Thank you to Executive Producers Mark Birmingham, Andrew Golov, and Thom Zadra, Making the film possible. Cast includes: Jason Statham, Emmy Raver-Lampman, Bobby Naderi, Josh Hutcherson, Jeremy Irons, David Witts, Taylor James, Phylicia Rashad, Jemma Redgrave, and Minnie Driver.

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe? 

Yes. This is a 'need to watch' movie that both educates and entertains. Tailored to the adult share watch it creates good, after-viewing discussion. It uses some fighting moves that are smooth and effective.

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APPALOOSA (Theatrical Release USA 2008)

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 3.8|5.0 Starsììì 

Appaloosa is a good show and worth watching especially for the storyline. The presentation is good; the portrayal is okay. The acting is good. The movie quickly becomes an immersive watch that drives a strong need to finish it. It is not predictable and ends on an unexpected note. Viggo Mortensen plays the western genre very well. Know there is suggestive dialog, some nudity from a distance, but it is not over-the-top and it does not serve as the main, repetitive, scene after scene purpose of the movie. 

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Storyline 

A smalltown marshal becomes interested in the arrival of a prospective female resident while simultaneously working to clean up the town. 

Additional Thanks 

Thank you to Director Ed Harris for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Ed Harris, Robert Knott, and Ginger Sledge for making the film possible. Cast includes: Viggo Mortensen, Ed Harris, Renee Zellweger, Jeremy Irons, Timothy Spall, and Lance Henriksen. 

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe? 

Yes. This worth-watching western teams Viggo Mortensen and Ed Harris to portray the story. The story makes this movie. 

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ASSASSIN’S CREED (Theatrical Release USA 2016)

 Ben Meyers’ Rating: 3.8|5.0 Starsììì 

Assassin’s Creed—good/fair story, interesting concept—bases its story on a popular video game of the same name. The acting in the movie is good/fair.  The presentation is fair. The conclusion seems a bit obscure. Read a plotline before going to enhance enjoyment of this movie. The movie raises questions about the value of free will in humans and allows good discussion material after watching. 

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Storyline 

Knight’s Templar guard the secret of the apple that contains DNA code that can eliminate free choice so that peace can reign in the world. 

Additional Thanks 

Thank you to Director Justin Kurzel for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Jean-Julien Baronnet, Frank Marshall, Patrick Crowley, Conor McCaughan, Amon Milchan, and Gerard Guillemot for making the film possible. Cast includes: Michael Fassbender, Marion Cotillard, Jeremy Irons, Brendan Gleeson, Charlotte Rampling, and Michael Williams. 

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe? 

Maybe. This film is not clear in its conclusion. Read a plotline before going for better enjoyment. 

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Ben Meyers