“The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes” is a movie that announces its Grandness in sheer number of words. The latest in the “Hunger Games Extended Universe” is actually a prequel to the prior set of movies. Set more than sixty years before the “The Hunger Games”, it is a chance to see the beginnings of one character in particular. No, not Katniss Everdeen… Read more
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Next Goal Wins Movie Review
“Next Goal Wins” is a comedy based on a documentary of true events. A very bad soccer team from American Samoa had one of the worst games ever. But perhaps the losing streak is now about to be over. A new coach is sent to lead the team to victory. If Jamaica can have a bobsledding team, then this team should come out on top, right? Read more
The Marvels Movie Review
“What has been given can be taken away.” Great MCU films could be what the quote is referring to. Well, I won’t be that harsh on “The Marvels.” If you’re a teen or younger and have followed all the stories of the younger characters in the MCU, you’ll thoroughly enjoy the flick. If you don’t fit into these categories but still do like the Marvel Comics movies, consider this an at-home watch when you have the time.
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The Mission Movie Review
Currently playing (in the Phoenix area) at the Scottsdale Harkins Shea
“The Mission” is a documentary about a tragic and preventable event. In 2018, an evangelical adventure-seeker decided to reach for his life’s dream. He want to ‘spread the Gospel’ to one of the only places in the world which had never been reached by the Western World. His motives were pure, but his methods were a little suspect. The outcome was inevitable. His desire to share the word of ‘Eternal Life’ — led to his ultimate death.
The Holdovers Movie Review
If you ever saw “Sideways,” you’ll want to see this. I say that because I liked that movie so much, I would guess I’ve seen it ten times… maybe more. Anyhow, this film is director Alexander Payne (Nebraska, Election) and actor Paul Giamatti’s (John Adams, Private Parts) second time working together.
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The Persian Version Movie Review
“The Persian Version” is a festive frolic of fun wrapped up in an independently released movie. The Writer and Director is the daughter of an immigrant family from Iran, who has created a humorous movie about the daughter of an immigrant family from Iran. But the fun visual style and impressive camera work might make her the ‘Persian Version’ of Wes Anderson. Read more
The Fall Guy Official Universal Pictures Trailer
The Stuntman becomes the hero.
Directed by: David Leitch
Screenplay by: Drew Pearce
Starring: Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt, Winston Duke, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Hannah Waddingham, Stephanie Hsu
- Rating: PG-13 (Action and Violence|Some Strong Language|Drug Content)
- Genre: Action, Comedy, Drama
Executive Producers: Drew Pearce, Geoff Shaevitz, Glen A. Larson
- Producers: David Leitch, Kelly McCormick, Ryan Gosling, Guymon Casady
The Killer Movie Review
“The Killer” is the best revenge film set to a killer score that you’ll ever see. It sets up his character with exceptional visuals and superb cinematography. The story isn’t trying to tell the same tale in the same fashion. It’s more unique. The Killer says that being a hitman is physically exhausting and not for everyone. He has a lot to say about a lot of things, actually. But indulge me a moment and allow me to suggest that what I would like to say is that this movie is for everyone. Everyone who digs this genre.
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Five Nights at Freddy’s Movie Review
“Five Nights at Freddy’s” takes a very popular video game and gives it the movie adaptation treatment. The frightening Freddy’s work week is boiled down to a visual display of the shuttered pizza joint, with all of its animatronic characters going wild. When Freddy and his friends meet the new security guard, will he still be around for a sixth night? Read more
Priscilla Movie Review
“Priscilla” is the story of Priscilla Presley, based off her memoir of her marriage to Elvis Presley. In a way, this is a flip side to the movie “Elvis” (2022). That movie told the story of Elvis and Priscilla like it was an acid trip. This version of the Priscilla and Elvis story is more like one being told while on Valium. Read more