This is the second trailer for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey. The last trailer was released last December, so it has been a while since we have seen anything new about this highly anticipated film. I am going to assume that this is the last trailer for the film with its release date only three... Continue Reading →
This Year’s Biggest Oscar Mistakes
This year’s Oscars possibly contain the most snubs ever, some great films, actors and directors were snubbed, here I will list those that were snubbed which deserved nominations and why. Best Picture Before I start this category I just want to say that the Best Picture category is allowed anywhere from 5 to 10 nominees,... Continue Reading →
Movie Review: “The Adventures of Tintin” – A ‘Win-Win’ for the Whole Family.
The Adventures of Tintin (Tintin) wasn't high on my list of movies I wanted to see this holiday season. Considering Spielberg has his Oscar-mongering War Horse out at the same time, I wasn't sure how well this film about a plucky reporter and his canine sidekick would be executed. Once again, Spielberg pulls out all... Continue Reading →
Lost in Previews: The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
It has been ten years since The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring was released in theatres. Today, the first trailer for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey was released online. I am an avid fan of the first trilogy. The Fellowship of the Ring is on my list of my all-time favorite... Continue Reading →
Movie Review: Brighton Rock
Brighton Rock is an English film based on the novel by Graham Greene. The film is set in Brighton, England in 1964. The main character is Pinkie, played by Sam Riley, who is some sort of low life kid who has gotten into a Brighton gang or mob. The film follows him and the events... Continue Reading →
DallasIFF: “Burke and Hare” Reviewed
Burke and Hare was the Closing Night film for the Dallas International Film Festival in March 2011. I had heard of the film when it was in the production phase and it sounded interesting and funny. The film is based on the true story of Brendan "Dynes" Burke and William Hare who committed a string... Continue Reading →
Lost in Previews: Rise of the Planet of the Apes
Yesterday, there was a live stream with WETA showcasing the first look at Rise of the Planet of the Apes. Today, the trailer was officially released. It looks cool, but with the primate testing, it reminds me of Project X. James Franco, Freida Pinto, John Lithgow, Brian Cox, Tom Felton, Andy Serkis, David Oyelowo star... Continue Reading →