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Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins Movie Review

July 22, 2021 (updated July 22, 2021) Published by JMcNaughton

Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins” is based on the HCU (Hasbro Cinematic Universe – if there is such a thing) and is vaguely connected to the other G.I. Joe movies. But this movie is all about the ‘origins’ of the one named “Snake Eyes”. He is an expert in martial arts and now you get to learn his background. They say “Never bring a knife to a gun fight”. This movie goes further — “Never bring an Uzi to a Katana showdown”. Read more

Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain Movie Review

July 15, 2021 (updated July 15, 2021) Published by JMcNaughton

“Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain” is a documentary movie about — well, Anthony Bourdain. In case you don’t know, he was famous chef, who became an author, who then turned into globe-trotting celebrity TV personality. He was a man who took no halfway measures. He was on board and full-speed ahead for any obsessive adventure. That is until he ended his own story, and his own life, in unclear circumstances. Read more

The Tomorrow War Movie Review

July 1, 2021 (updated July 6, 2021) Published by JMcNaughton

“The Tomorrow War” is an action-packed ride into a battle of humanity against alien creatures. But it does not happen now, instead it is in the future, as in “Tomorrow’. But for all familiar ideas that pop up, they are scrubbed and polished with a great group of actors who can take some retread plot lines and make everything seem fresh and new. The action is almost non-stop, and it is presented in an exciting manner. The stakes are raised high, and the cast delivers on the goods. Read more The Tomorrow War Movie Review

Zola Movie Review

June 29, 2021 (updated June 29, 2021) Published by JMcNaughton

“Zola” is based on the “Grand Literature” of these Modern Times. In other words, the movie is based on a Tweet. More like a Tweet avalanche of story beats posted over an epic weekend. It told of a “girl’s trip for fun and sun” to Tampa. Except that the fun and sun turned into debasement and debauchery. It went from Pole Dancing to Prostitution. This is based on true events, as they say. But then again — so was the Coen brother’s movie “Fargo”…

The Hitmans’s Wife’s Bodyguard Movie Review

June 15, 2021 (updated June 15, 2021) Published by JMcNaughton

“The Hitmans’s Wife’s Bodyguard” goes back to the starting point, which is the previous movie called “The Hitmans’s Bodyguard”. So there was a Hitman, who once made a Hit on the Bodyguard’s client. This ruined the Bodyguard’s career and reputation. Then the Bodyguard was called on to protect that same Hitman. Also the Wife of the Hitman was involved and the story went absolutely bonkers. It was quite an R-Rated Romp with a Ruckus Resulting from these Ridiculous Rascals.

A Quiet Place Part II Movie Review

May 27, 2021 (updated May 27, 2021) Published by JMcNaughton

Opens in theaters May 28

“A Quiet Place Part II” is both a short prequel and immediate follow-up to the 2018 hit movie “A Quiet Place”. Since it centers on the same family as in the first movie, the best thing is to see that movie first. In that way, you can see how seamlessly they have made the transition to “Part II”. When the Earth is invaded by alien creatures that hunt based on sound and not by sight – you will want to silently cheer for the Abbott family.

Final Account Movie Review

May 20, 2021 (updated May 20, 2021) Published by JMcNaughton

Opens in theaters May 21 (German language with English sub-titles)

“Final Account” is a painfully somber experience. The documentary goes back into the German past and digs up many ghosts of the Nazi era. This is in the form of normal elderly adults who, from childhood, grew up in the Third Reich. They were persuaded into thinking that the Fatherland would be the shining beacon for the world. They lived through the rise and fall of Hitler, only to now nominally reject the beliefs they once held dear.

Profile Movie Review

May 13, 2021 (updated May 13, 2021) Published by JMcNaughton

Opens in theaters May 14th

“Profile” is an in-depth look at a female journalist in London who goes undercover. She goes in deep to find out about the on-line recruitment of young woman by hardened ISIS soldiers. These young girls and woman whom they befriend can become brides to the terrorists. Based on a true story, this is chilling tale of international intrigue and lies, all displayed on various on-line screens and devices.

Wrath of Man Movie Review

May 6, 2021 (updated May 6, 2021) Published by JMcNaughton

Opens in theaters starting May 7th

“Wrath of Man” is full-throated action revenge movie with a massive body count and an unlimited supply of ammo. It is a real gut-punch of mayhem and murder, fueled by cash in armored trucks and people willing to kill to get at it. But when an innocent bystander gets caught in the crossfire, a devious plot comes together to turn the crooks into Swiss cheese.

Without Remorse Movie Review

April 29, 2021 (updated April 29, 2021) Published by JMcNaughton

Available to stream on Amazon Prime (April 30th)

“Without Remorse” is an action-filled movie in the tradition of other Tom Clancy based movies. There is lot of political gameplay going on between nations, but the real work is done by the grunts and the Special Forces teams on the ground. The polite diplomatic discussions are moved aside for high-velocity gunfire and hand-to-hand fighting. The only way to get the job done is to finish off the other guy.

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