Movie Review: THE WOLVERINE

The Wolverine is the second attempt at an X-Men spinoff film. We, once again, feature Wolverine as our main character who is, once again, played by Hugh Jackman. James Mangold took over the directorial duties for the film which loosely follows a famous Wolverine comic storyline where he goes to Japan after being called there to say goodbye to an old Japanese man whose life Wolverine saved in World War II. The film stars Tao Okamoto, Rila Fukushima, Hiroyuki Sanada, Svetlana Khodchenkova, Brian Tee, and Hal Yamanouchi alongside Jackman.

What's On Netflix: THE CROW

This week, I was challenged to watch, in honor of Valentine’s Day 2017, a cult-classic in 90s cinema – Alex Proyas’ comic book adaptation, The Crow. Walking into this movie, I knew absolutely nothing outside of the tragic story of Brandon Lee’s death on set. Even there, details were fuzzy in my mind. I purposefully avoided researching the film before sitting down and immersing myself into what turned out to be a two-hour adventure of craziness, heart, and confusion. The Crow may not be a masterpiece of cinema, but it tells a dark, compelling story of love and loss in a better way than most other action films, especially within the comic book genre.

Trailer Review: GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2 (Official Teaser #1)

James Gunn and Marvel have released the brand new trailer of Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2! And of course... It is awesome! Check it out here!

Movie Review: DOCTOR STRANGE (Review #3)

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has been ruthlessly and ferociously expanding for quite sometime. Looking back at the early films that hide within the universe, we see a group of filmmakers desperately trying to grasp a unique look at film form and utilize this to create box office shattering blockbusters. But something has been happening recently that takes a much more interesting and enjoyable turn. Instead of grabbing big time directors for these big time films, they have sought out indie directors with a clearly established visual style and thrust a character or storyline upon them. This seems to be working seamlessly, receiving not only incredible revenue from the theatres but also a well received response from the critics. One of the best examples of this "risk-taking" style of filmmaking working at its absolute best is with Scott Derrickson's Doctor Strange!

Movie Review: V FOR VENDETTA

Remember, remember!

The fifth of November,

The Gunpowder treason and plot;

I know of no reason

Why the Gunpowder treason

Should ever be forgot! . . .

English Folk Verse (c. 1870) 

Movie Review: DOCTOR STRANGE (Review #2)

Doctor Strange is the fourteenth feature film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, this time following the Sorcerer Supreme Doctor Stephen Strange. This film is directed by Scott Derrickson and stars Benedict Cumberbatch, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Rachel McAdams, Benedict Wong, Mads Mikkelsen, and Tilda Swinton. The basic premise of the film is that we meet Stephen Strange, a talented neurosurgeon, who loses his ability to be a surgeon after his hands are crushed in a car accident and he ventures to Kathmandu where he discovers a world of magic, sorcery, and multiple dimensions. I thought that this film was quite strong, enjoyable, and interesting but not perfect.

Trailer Review: WONDER WOMAN (Trailer #2)

After a week or so of teasing from both Gal Gadot and director, Patty Jenkins, Warner Bros has dropped a brand new trailer for the upcoming DC Extended Universe film, WONDER WOMAN! You can watch the new trailer below.