Cowboys & Aliens, great film from Director
Jon Favreau (Director of Chef, Iron Man 1 and 2, and Elf),
is no exception to other great films Favreau has directed. Daniel Craig lends
his talent to this movie and greatly adds to its basic entertainment value.
Paul Dano is perfectly cast here. Harrison Ford seems a bit mis-cast but
performs well. Watch for a performance by Adam Beach. The movie has an unusual
mix of storyline that follows the title of the film. The story is well written
and portrayed. Worth watching. Good work for all involved.
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Storyline
Cowboys and aliens interact together.
Additional
Thanks
Thank you to Director
Jon Favreau for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Brian Grazer, Ron
Howard, Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci, and Scott Mitchell Rosenbaum for making
the film possible. Characters/cast include: Jake Lonergan (Daniel Craig),
Colonel Dolarhyde (Harrison Ford), Ella Swenson (Olivia Wilde), Doc (Sam
Rockwell), Emmett Taggart (Noah Ringer), Percy Dolarhyde (Paul Dano), Meacham (Clancy Brown), Sheriff John
Taggart (Keith Carradine), and Nat Colorado (Adam Beach).
Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?
Yes. Entertaining and worth watching. Good work
for all involved.
Never Stop Dreaming: The Life and Legacy of
Shimon Peres—wonderful
documentary—tells a full story of Szymon Perski, later known as Shimon Peres. The
movie is completely rewatchable and shows remarkable attention to detail within
its over 2-hour presentation. The story is thorough and documents both the ups
and downs of a life well-lived. This movie has heart and soul built into every
scene as it details the birth of a Jewish boy born in Poland and migrant to
Israel in later life. Wonderfully packed with archival photos and videos, the
film is full. WOW. Great documentary.
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Storyline
This documentary examines the life path of Shimon
Peres, his childhood, and political career.
Additional
Thanks
Thank you to Director Richard Trank for directing effort.
Thank you to Producer Nimrod Erez for making the film possible. Cast include:
George W. Bush, Narrator George Clooney, Barack Obama, Shimon Peres, and Barbra
Streisand.
Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?
Yes. This wonderful documentary is worth
watching for all audiences. It’s a well-timed, nicely organized documentary that
relies on complete interviews and great camera work.
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 takes its audience on a ride that is as good as
the first production of Sonic the Hedgehog. The original cast reprises all
roles. It’s often difficult for a movie to base itself on a computer game and
deliver good entertainment but this film is an exception and delivers good
entertainment. WOW. Possessing ultimate power seems much over-used in movies
over the last several years, but does not overpower the originality, fun, and
entertainment of this film. The story is sound and presents itself well. Good
watch for Sonic the Hedgehog fans.
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Storyline
Sonic faces Robotnik again and makes new friends along the way.
Additional
Thanks
Thank you to Director
Jeff Fowler for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Neal Moritz, Toby Ascher,
Toru Nakahara, and Hitoshi Okuno for making the film possible. Characters/cast
include: Doctor Ivo Robotnik (Jim Carrey), Tom Wachowski (James Marsden), Maddie
Wachowski (Tika Sumpter), Rachel (Natasha Rothwell), Wade Whipple (Adam Pally),
Randall Handel (Shemar Moore), Agent Stone (Lee Majdoub), Commander Walters
(Tom Butler), Jojo (Melody Nosipho Niemann), Sonic the Hedgehog (Voice of Ben
Schwartz), and Knuckles (Edris Elba).
Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?
Yes. The movie is imaginative, fun, and backed
with very good animation, one of the better streaming watches for 2022.
Interceptor needs stronger actors and actresses to carry the storyline. The movie
starts well, but the fighting roles have not been assigned well and this failure
noticeably detracts from the strength of the story. While Elsa Pataky has
spunk, she performs at the average to good level as does her supporting cast.
The movie needs a boost in presentation to push past the average rating. Watch
for the excellent cameo of Chris Hemsworth.
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Storyline
Russia attacks with warheads. The United States
responds with Interceptors.
Additional
Thanks
Thank you to Director
Matthew Reilly for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Michael Boughen,
Matthew Street, and Stewart Beattie for making the film possible.
Characters/cast include: Captain Collins (Elsa Pataky), Alexander Kessel (Luke
Bracey), Beaver Baker (Aaron Glenane), Corporal Clark Marshall (Rhys Muldoon),
Corporal Rahul Shah (Mayen Mehta), Ensign Washington (Belinda Jombwe), and General
Dyson (Marcus Johnson).
Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?
Maybe. If the audience is looking for
an action film with female heroines, SaltandResident Evilentertain
on a higher level than this film.
The Indian Fighter—simple 1955 Kirk Douglas western movie—runs with
Walter Matthau and Lon Chaney Jr. It’s an interesting study of 1950 classic
western content and the audiences who would be attracted to this writing style for
entertainment. It’s an overall interesting watch that allows Douglas to drive
the storyline. Good afternoon entertainment that could also run as good
background at a party.
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Storyline
A wagon train leader must keep peace with native Americans
to protect his wagon train.
Additional
Thanks
Thank you to Director
Andre de Toth for directing effort. Thank you to Producer William Schorr for
making the film possible. Characters/Cast include: Johnny Hawks (Kirk Douglas),
Onahti (Elsa Martinelli), Wes Todd (Walter Matthau), Susan Rogers (Diana
Douglas), Captain Trask (Walter Abel), Chivington (Lon Chaney Jr.), Red
Cloud (Eduard Franz), Will Crabtree (Alan Hale Jr.), Briggs (Elisha Cook), Morgan (Ray
Teal), Tommy Rogers (Michael Winkelman), Lieutenant Blake (William Phipps), Grey
Wolf (Harry Landers), and Crazy Bear (Hank Worden).
Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?
Yes. The movie is a classic study
on western movie productions in the 1950s. Overall, it serves the western movie
fan well.
1917 sits among the best World War I films produced. While Hollywood
usually focuses on World War II films, this movie becomes a real treat for the
war movie fan as its focus is a time period not often produced within the film
industry. The film easily becomes a must watch and creates good discussion
material after viewing. Both actors, George MacKay and Dean-Charles Chapman earn their dollars
with good acting and portrayal of World War I military personnel. Watch for cameo
stars who make shorter appearances in the film—Benedict Cumberbatch, Mark
Strong, and Richard Madden.
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Storyline
This movie examines the role of runners delivering
messages from one military division to another during World War 1.
Additional
Thanks
Thank you to Director Sam Mendes for directing
effort. Thank you to Producers Sam Mendes, Pippa Harris, Jayne-Ann Tenggren,
Callum McDougall, and Brian Oliver for making the film possible.
Characters/cast include: Lance Corporal
William Schofield (George MacKay), Lance Corporal Tom Blake (Dean-Charles
Chapman), Captain Smith (Mark Strong), Lieutenant Leslie (Andrew Scott),
Lieutenant Joseph Blake (Richard Madden), Lauri (Claire Duburcq), General Erinmore
(Colin Firth), Lieutenant-Colonel Mackenzie (Benedict Cumberbatch), Sergeant Sanders
(Daniel Mays), Major Hepburn (Adrian Scarborough), Lieutenant Richards (Jamie
Parker), Lieutenant Gordon (Pip Carter),
Lieutenant Gordon (Pip Carter), Lieutenant Hutton (Michael Jibson), Colonel
Collins (Richard McCabe), and Captain Ivins (Justin Edwards).
Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?
Yes. This film covers the role of messengers traveling
cross country during wartime and suits not only the war movie fan base but also
appeals to the wider audience who may gain a deeper appreciation of the
conditions where humans have exercised great courage, endurance, and commitment
to duty. The story is very well done and completely earns its watch.
Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted completes the Madagascar series quite well. The movie has lots of
perks and encourages laughter with its comical antics and dialogue. The
characters are deeply drawn and lovable. The animation is outstanding and
interestingly presented. The timing in the story is particularly well done. The
color, special effects, and musical scoring
add significant weight to the film’s quality. The voicing is highly
professional and works like clockwork. The movie is a fun ride for a wide
audience. It satisfies and has ability to remain viable for many years. It’s a
good addition to the home video library.
Thank you to Directors
Eric Darnell, Conrad Vernon, and Tom McGrath for directing effort. Thank you to
Producers Mireille Soria and Mark Swift for making the film possible. Characters/cast
include: Alex (Ben Stiller), Marty (Chris Rock), Melman (David Schwimmer),
Gloria (Jada Pinkett Smith), King Julien XIII (Sacha Baron Cohen), Maurice
(Cedric the Entertainer), Mort (Andy Richter), and Skipper (Tom McGrath).
3 Ninjas Kick Back surpasses the second film in the series in
entertainment value. It’s great to see classic actor Victor Wong reprising his
role in this series. The movie is a straight forward presentation that serves
the children’s audience well.
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Storyline
Thismartial artsfilm is about a grandfather’s desire to present a special gift
to the best martial arts student in Japan but he gets into a bad accident.
Additional
Thanks
Thank you to Director
Charles T. Kanganis for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Martha Chang,
James Kang, and Arthur Leeds for making the film possible. Characters/cast
include: Grandpa Tanaka (Victor Wong), Colt Douglas (Max Slade), Rocky (Sean
Fox), Tum-Tum (J. Bonifant), Miyo (Caroline Junko King), Sam Douglas (Alan
McRae), Jessica (Margarita Franco), Koga (Sab Shimono), Glam (Dustin Nguyen),
Slam (Angelo Tiffe), Vinnie (Jason Schombing), Ishikawa (Masashi Ozawa), Darren
(Scott Caudill), and Grand Master (Shunichiro Yunoki).
Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?
Yes. This movie particularly serves the young
martial arts audience well.
Samaritan—novel and imaginative storyline—puts Sylvester Stallone in the action
seat with a bang. He performs outstandingly as the protector of a young
neighbor boy. This movie completely entertains with several unexpected story
twists. It’s a good watch…worth the time and money.
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Storyline
A superhero helps a neighbor boy.
Additional
Thanks
Thank you to Director Julius Avery for directing
efforts. Thank you to Producers Sylvester Stallone and Braden Aftergood for
making the film possible. Characters/cast include: Joe (Sylvester Stallone),
Sam Cleary (Javon Walton), Cyrus (Pilou Asbaek), Tiffany Cleary (Dascha
Polanco), Reza (Moises Arias), Albert Casier (Martin Starr), Sil (Sophia
Tatum), Farshad (Jared Odrick), Tuna (Michael Aaron Milligan), Arthur Holloway
(Henry Sanders), and Devin Holloway (Shameik Moore).
Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?
Yes. The movie is perfect for the adult who likes
good action movies backed with great drama. No lack here for Sylvester Stallone
fans and any audience looking for a good superhero story.
The Gray Man—very well done—features Ryan Gosling against Chris Evans. Watch for Billy Bob Thornton in
the movie. This film has plenty of action and thrill to satisfy fans looking for
this emotion in a movie. It works as the perfect guys flick with lots of
suspense.
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Storyline
An espionage agency picks up a prisoner to act
for them and then decides to assassinate him.
Additional
Thanks
Thank you to Director Anthony Russo and Joe Russo for directing effort. Thank you
to Producers Joe and Anthony Russo, Joe Roth, Jeff Kirschenbaum, Mike Larocca,
and Chris Castaldi for making the film possible. Characters/cast include: Six
(Ryan Gosling), Lloyd Hansen (Chris Evans), Dani Miranda (Ana de Armas),
Suzanne Brewer (Jessica Henwick), Carmichael (Rege-Jean Page), Laszlo Sosa
(Wagner Moura), Claire (Julia Butters), Lone Wolf (Dhanush), Margaret Cahill
(Alfre Woodard), and Fitzroy (Billy Bob Thornton).
Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?
Yes. The story has been put together very well and
sprinkles the action throughout the film in just the right places. It’s a wonderful
action film for adults. Great work for all involved.
3 Ninjas: Knuckle Up—good, children’s martial arts movie—could employ
better fight stunt scenes as it is obvious that the adult stuntmen are ‘helping’
the children fight them by deliberately falling and manipulating flips. But, it
gets the entertainment job done and minimizes violence as this creates a softer
approach. The story is simple and follows a straightforward approach to right
wrongs to accomplish justice, a good message that echoes throughout the movie.
This movie is the sequel to the first film, 3 Ninjas. Oddly, the third
movie in the series, 3 Ninjas: Kick Back, appears before the second
movie due to distribution complications, but the series can now be watched in
order. Adults will prefer the more
sophisticated martial arts films such as those presented by Jackie Chan while
this film absolutely works as a good children’s entertainment piece.
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Storyline
A businessman uses reservation lands to illegally
dump trash which causes health hazards for Native Americans.
Additional
Thanks
Thank you to Director Shin Sang-ok for directing
effort. Thank you to Producers Martha Chang and James Kang for making the film
possible. Characters/cast include: Grandpa Mori Tanaka (Victor Wong), Samuel
Douglas (Michael Treanor), Jeffrey Douglas (Max Elliott Slade), Michael Douglas
(Chad Power), Jo (Crystle Lightning), Jack
Harding (Charles Napier), J.J. (Patrick Kilpatrick), Jimmy (Donal Logue), Eddy
(Scott MacDonald), Charlie (Don Shanks), Lee (Sheldon Peters Wolfchild), Chief Roundcreek
(Nick Ramus), and The Mayor (Vincent Schiavelli).
Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?
Maybe. It works for children, but adults will find
Jackie Chan martial arts films better than this film.
Return to Space—Elon Musk documentary—works the idea of monetarily privatizing the
space program while taking the audience on a private tour of one of his rockets
docking at the International Space Station. The movie emphasizes his desire to
put a community on the moon in preparation for later colonizing Mars. The
documentary works as a landmark presentation to create enthusiasm for moving
forward in efforts to maintain humans in exceptionally foreign environments.
Good work for all involved and a good watch for the adult audience. The
documentary has been well-organized.
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Storyline
Elon Musk’s dream of enhancing human efforts to
live outside of Earth’s environs gets attention.
Additional
Thanks
Thank you to Directors
Jimmy Chin and Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi for directing effort. Thank you to
Producers Anna Barnes, Jimmy Chin, and Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi for making the
film possible. Characters/cast include: Founder of SpaceX (Elon Musk),
Astronaut (Bob Behnken), Astronaut (Doug Hurley), NASA Head (Jim Bridenstine),
Tim Dodd, Kiko Dontchev, Lori Garver, Hans Koenigsmann, Gwynne Shotwell, Lars
Blackmore, Karen Nyberg, and Megan McArthur.
Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?
Yes. It’s a good watch to quickly stay informed
of current conversational topics.
Munich: The Edge of War—keeps audience attention—has good storyline and
backs itself with good acting. The two main characters seem to get lost so that
a person may think they are one and the same until they meet face to face in a German conference room. From that point forward the story becomes easily
understandable. Particularly notable are George McKay and Jannis Niewohner for
acting skill. Watch for the treat of seeing Jeremy Irons acting as England’s
Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain. It may have been better to use make up to
enable Ulrich Matthes to closely resemble Hitler. This would enable his good
acting to have more power.
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Storyline
British and German espionage teams work together
to unexpectedly give Britain more time to prepare for World War II.
Additional
Thanks
Thank you to Director
Christian Schwochow for directing effort. Thank you to Producer Andrew Eaton
for making the film possible. Characters/cast include: Neville Chamberlain
(Jeremy Irons), Sir Horace Wilson (Alex Jennings), Hugh Legat (George MacKay),
Paul von Hartmann (Jannis Niewohner), Helen Winter (Sandra Huller), Lena (Liv
Lisa Fries), Franz Sauer (August Diehl), Pamela Legat (Jessica Findlay), Joan
(Anjli Mohindra), Adolf Hitler (Ulrich Matthes), Sir Osmund Cleverly (Mark
Lewis Jones), Anne Chamberlain (Abigail Cruttenden), Sir Nevile Henderson
(Robert Bathurst), and Sir Alexander Cadogan (Nicholas Farrell).
Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The
Movie—interesting story with unusual
animation technique—uses so much distracting animation technique that the rapid-fire
flash of animation overpowers the story. One may feel at the
conclusion of this movie, ‘What was that all about?’ and ‘Was any of it
profound or important?’ The movie does not present the usual format of how the
Ninja Turtle team interacts together. Children may enjoy this film
while adults may find it rather boring at times throughout the movie despite good voicing.
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Storyline
Teenage Mutant Turtles and their team solve
crime.
Additional
Thanks
Thank you to Director
Andy Suriano and Ant Ward for directing effort. Thank you to Producer Vladimir
for making the film possible. Characters/cast include: Leonardo (Ben Schwartz),
Raphael (Omar Miller), Michelangelo (Brandon Smith), Splinter (Eric Bauza),
April O’Neil (Kat Graham), Casey Jones (Haley Joel Osment), Krang Leader (Jim
Pirri), Krang Two (Toks Olagundoye), Foot Lieutenant (Rob Paulsen),
Hypno-Potamus (Rhys Darby), Warren Stone (John Michael Higgins), Security Guard
(Eugene Byrd), and Office Woman (Meghan Falcone).
Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?
Yes. For the most part, this is a child’s watch.
Adults may find the animation great but distracting and may easily become bored at times throughout the movie.
Crunch—short film—starts well and plays out well with fair animation but by the
time the movie concludes, the movie becomes odd and does not provide a clear
reason for its events. The story does not touch the heart nor does it really
entertain.
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Storyline
A young boy experiences strange side effects
after a rocket ship launches.
Additional
Thanks
Thank you to CGI 3D
Animated Short Film, Gof Animation, School of Visual Arts, and CGMeetup for
providing the platforms to view this short film creation.
Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?
No. It needs a better storyline and a
relatable conclusion.
Preheated—short film with an interesting introduction—withers through its body
to its conclusion with illogical reactions to odd predicaments and then does
not give good closure. The characters have good personalities that can easily
be liked. The storyline is the main challenge due to improper reactions. Audiences
will either like it or not like it.
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Storyline
A chemistry experiment accidently moves outside
the laboratory into the home kitchen.
Additional
Thanks
Thank you to CGI 3D,
CGMeetup, and YouTube for providing platforms to make this film available for
public viewing. Thank you to Luke Snedecor and Sarah Heinz for making the film
possible.
Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?
No. Expectations run high for this short film
due to the title and the movie poster. But it runs into illogical when the
father becomes not so interested that his invention may have value and when he exercises
complacency about his son’s new skills.
