The combined resumes of the cast of RED is staggeringly impressive, and having Bruce Willis lead a crew not particularly known for lighter fare drives the feel and flavor of a film that might easily have had no ability to find footing. Yet another graphic novel translation, this one brings us an older collection of action heroes, branded Retired Extremely Dangerous, and the mix of "changing of the … [Read more...]
Some films instantly change the way we look at the medium, and become classics almost before the first viewing ends. Such entries into the history of movies live above and beyond criticism, because if you happen not like them, you have to respect them. Se7en, despite the truly stupid name, is such a film, and if nothing else, it changed the perspective of many when it comes to the idea of the … [Read more...]
I doubt that during the first meetings about making a movie revolving around Nelson Mandela taking office and looking for national pride via rugby a lot of the talk focused on the myriad ways such a film could go wrong. Those who make such movies generally cannot even fathom the idea of it going wrong. The wildly overpraised Precious is in a similar realm. “But, it’s a movie about…,” and … [Read more...]
March 7th is sneaking up on us, and as usual, the celebrities geared up for the festivities with the annual Oscar Nominee Luncheon. Check out some great shots from the event below, but before you do (well, or after... after is good), head on over to the Nominee page and make sure you're up on all the info for the films and stars from this year's … [Read more...]
I doubt that during the first meetings about making a movie revolving around Nelson Mandela taking office and looking for national pride via rugby a lot of the talk focused on the myriad ways such a film could go wrong. Those who make such movies generally cannot even fathom the idea of it going wrong. The wildly overpraised Precious is in a similar realm. "But, it's a movie about...," and that's … [Read more...]
The most important aspect of the character Batman is simply his own insecurity. A bold statement, I admit. From a distinctly troubled past which saddles him with, among other problems, a retardation of his ability to feel that he is able to do a damn thing about anything, Batman is a character always haunted by uncertainty. He is sure of his goal, in the most general terms, but he is never sure of … [Read more...]
