As the third cinematic version and sixth movie featuring the web-slinger since 2002, Spider-Man: Homecoming faces a challenge – does it offer enough to establish another fresh introduction and prevent franchise fatigue? The answer is a solid yes. A lot … Continue reading Spider-Man: Homecoming – Back to Marvel He Goes
War for the Planet of the Apes caps off a trilogy in which apes are brought to life on the big screen, not only as very convincing visual effects but also fully realized characters. Through Caesar, brilliantly portrayed by Andy … Continue reading War for the Planet of the Apes – A Bleak, Poignant End
Alien: Covenant blends together several aspects previously seen in the long-running sci-fi franchise. There’s horror (Alien), action (Aliens), and themes concerning godhood and creation (Prometheus), but Covenant doesn’t excel at any of those elements. Five years ago, I appreciated Prometheus’ … Continue reading Alien: Covenant – A Grandiose, Mixed Bag
Your latest pair of upscale earphones is working great. You regularly enjoy high fidelity music whenever you’re on the move, whether it’s taking the subway, walking your dog, working out, or performing some menial task at work or home. Then … Continue reading Panasonic RP-HJE120 – Audio Bang For Your Buck
Vulnerability. Mortality. Irrelevance. These are rarely prominent superhero themes, but they’re all on masterful display in Logan. Unrestricted by its R rating, the latest addition to the long-running X-Men series is easily its bleakest and most brutal. Although brief moments … Continue reading Logan – An Emotional and Visceral Last Ride
After acquiring Lucasfilm for $4 billion, Disney understandably played things safe regarding the first Star Wars movie in ten years. The Force Awakens was an enjoyable, well-made continuation of the franchise that did its best to channel nostalgia while avoiding … Continue reading Rogue One – Looking Backward And Going Forward
The Avengers have proved more than capable of defending Earth from physical threats, but other heroes are needed to thwart enemies from the mystical realm. Doctor Strange is an enjoyable introduction of the Sorcerer Supreme, featuring inventive visuals and a … Continue reading Doctor Strange – A Dash of Magic In the Marvel Universe
Westerns have been a decidedly mixed bag at the box office. For every recent success (The Revenant, Django Unchained, True Grit, No Country for Old Men), there seems to be a disappointment or outright failure (A Million Ways to Die … Continue reading Hell or High Water – A Much Needed Jolt to the Western
“Well, at least we can all agree the third one’s always the worst,” says an X-Men: Apocalypse character after seeing Return of the Jedi in theaters. Besides being a nod to the 80s setting, this line could certainly be Bryan … Continue reading X-Men: Apocalypse – Speeches for Days
A promising theme of redemption. A prolific, supportive wife with close ties to a current Presidential candidate. An initial climb to the top of the polls. Another sexting scandal. A shouting match in a bakery. A televised interview starting with … Continue reading Weiner – Capturing A Glorious Train Wreck
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