SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3 (Released in Theaters USA 2024)

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 4.1|5.0 Starsìììì  Sonic the Hedgehog 3—Jim Carrey returns as Doctor Robotnik and the grandfather of Doctor Robotnik—follows the Sonic story with the addition of an alter-ego of the lovable Sonic as the protagonist. The movie has a well written story.  Film Poster Courtesy of Google Images Storyline  Sonic becomes involved with his alter-ego and must fight for justice.  Additional Thanks   Thank you to Director Jeff Fowler for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Neal H. Moritz, Toby Ascher, Toru Nakahara, and Hitoshi Okuno for making the film possible. Cast includes Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, Krysten Ritter, Natasha Rothwell, James Marsden, Idris Elba, and Keanu Reeves. Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?  Yes. This movie is not as good as the last two Sonic films but definitely follows the flavor and fun of the first two movies.   Video Critique Available Here: Ben Meyers

HUNTER KILLER (Released to Theaters USA 2018)

 

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 4.1|5.0 Starsìììì  Hunter Killer—quite good— backs itself with good research and a well put together cast that includes Gerard Butler and Gary Oldman.  The story takes a completely different twist than expected and that makes it unique  Film Poster Courtesy of IMDb Storyline  USA  submarine crew investigates a missing American submarine in Russian waters.  Additional Thanks  Thank you to Director Donovan Marsh for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Neal H. Moritz, Toby Jaffe, Gerard Butler, Alan Siegel, Tucker Tooley, Mark Gill, John Thompson, Matt O'Toole, and Les Weldon for making the film possible. Cast includes Gerard Butler, Gary Oldman, Common, Linda Cardellini, and Toby Stephens. Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?  Yes. This Gerard Butler film is easily missed partially due to its title's lack of flair. Do not miss it. It is very watchable and well done. Video Critique Available Here:

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