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About “Godzilla: King of the Monsters” (2019): The new story follows the heroic efforts of the crypto-zoological agency Monarch as its members face off against a battery of god-sized monsters, including the mighty Godzilla, who collides with Mothra, Rodan, and his ultimate nemesis, the three-headed King Ghidorah. When these ancient super-species—thought to be mere myths—rise again, they all vie for […]
Trailer: “Hotel Mumbai” (2019) “Hotel Mumbai” is based on the true story of the devastating terrorist attack on the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in 2008. The terrifying assault brings together the guests and staff of the luxurious hotel including wealthy new parents David and Zahra (Armie Hammer and Nazanin Boniadi), Russian businessman Vasili (Jason Issacs) and newly promoted waiter Arjun […]
“Ghost Stories” (2017) Drama/Thriller/Horror Running Time: 98 minutes Written & directed by: Andy Nyman & Jeremy Dyson Featuring: Andy Nyman, Martin Freeman, Alex Lawther, Paul Whitehouse Mike Priddle:“It’s funny, isn’t it? How it’s always the last key that unlocks everything.” The new film “Ghost Stories” (2017) released this week in New Zealand cinemas is the most unusual of genre movies, one that incorporates […]
“Mile 22” (2018) Action/Thriller Running Time: 94 minutes Written by: Lea Carpenter Directed by: Peter Berg Featuring: Mark Wahlberg, John Malkovich, Lauren Cohan, Iko Uwais, and Ronda Rousey James Silva: “Are you feeling calm, Alice?” Alice Kerr: “No, not even a little bit. Are you?” James Silva: “Me? I’m totally calm.” Alice Kerr: “That’s because you’re mentally unstable.” James Silva: “Thank you.” Released this week on Blu-ray […]
Teaser Trailer – Disney’s “The Lion King” (2019) From Disney Live Action, director Jon Favreau’s all-new “The Lion King” journeys to the African savanna where a future king must overcome betrayal and tragedy to assume his rightful place on Pride Rock.
Television review: “Doctor Who – The Witchfinders” (Episode 8, Season 11) Television/Sci-Fi Ten Episodes Produced by: Chris Chibnall Featuring: Jodie Whittaker, Bradley Walsh, Tosin Cole and Mandip Gill The Doctor:“I am the Witchfinders…. assistant?” This weeks episode “The Witchfinders” marks one of the final episodes of the eleventh season of “Doctor Who” (1963 – present) which has seen, I believe, some very […]
“The Gifted – Season One” (2017- present) Sci-Fi/Action/Drama Episodes: 13 episodes Created by: Matt Nix Featuring: Stephen Moyer, Amy Acker, Sean Teale, Natalie Alyn Lind, Percy Hynes White, Coby Bell, Jamie Chung, Blair Redford, and Emma Dumont Kate Strucker:“I just can’t believe there wasn’t any warning.” Lauren Strucker: “Mom, accept it. Andy is a mutant. That’s how mutant abilities first appear – it’s moments of stress or danger. […]
“Welcome the Stranger” (2018) Drama/Thriller Running Time: 94 minutes Written & directed by: Justin Kelly Featuring: Abbey Lee, Caleb Landry Jones and Riley Keough Alice: “People lie by saying they are happy when they’re not. Not the other way around.” This month sees the release of a movie that barely made a ripple when released in international cinemas, which is completely understandable when […]
THE LEGO® MOVIE 2: The much-anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed, global box office phenomenon that started it all, “The LEGO® Movie 2” reunites the heroes of Bricksburg in an all new action-packed adventure to save their beloved city. It’s been five years since everything was awesome and the citizens are facing a huge new threat: LEGO DUPLO® invaders from […]
Final Trailer: “Aquaman” (2018) From Warner Bros. Pictures and director James Wan comes an action-packed adventure that spans the vast, visually breathtaking underwater world of the seven seas, “Aquaman,” starring Jason Momoa in the title role. The film reveals the origin story of half-human, half-Atlantean Arthur Curry and takes him on the journey of his lifetime—one that will not only […]
Television review: “Doctor Who – Kerblam!”” (Episode 7, Season 11) Television/Sci-Fi Ten Episodes Produced by: Chris Chibnall Featuring: Jodie Whittaker, Bradley Walsh, Tosin Cole, Lee Mack, Julie Hesmondhalgh and Mandip Gill Judy Maddox:“Welcome to Kerblam!” This weeks episode “Kerblam!” marks the voyage into the last half of the eleventh season of “Doctor Who” (1963 – present) which has seen, I believe, some very […]
“Justice League” (2017) Action/Fantasy Running Time: 120 minutes Written by: Chris Terrio and Joss Whedon Directed by: Zack Snyder Featuring: Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Gal Gadot, Ezra Miller, Jason Momoa, Ray Fisher, Jeremy Irons, Diane Lane, Connie Nielsen, J. K. Simmons and Ciarán Hinds Diana Prince: “People said the Age of Heroes would never come again.“ Bruce Wayne: “It has to. We don’t have any more time!“ Critical Commentary: Has there ever been any […]
“The Gateway” (2018) Sci-Fi/Thriller Running Time: 90 minutes Written by: John V. Soto & Michael White Directed by: John V. Soto Featuring: Jacqueline McKenzie, Myles Pollard, Hayley McElhinney Jane Chandler: “Remember how your Dad died?” This week sees the release of a throwback of sorts a direct to DVD sci-fi movie, “The Gateway” (2018) which by today’s standards is a bit of a dud […]
Official Trailer – “POKÉMON Detective Pikachu” (2019) The world of Pokémon comes to life! The first-ever live-action Pokémon adventure, “POKÉMON Detective Pikachu” stars Ryan Reynolds as Pikachu, the iconic face of the global Pokémon phenomenon—one of the world’s most popular, multi-generation entertainment properties and the most successful media franchise of all time. Fans everywhere can now experience Pikachu on the […]
Teaser Trailer – “Ugly Dolls” (2019) Unconventionality rules in UGLYDOLLS, the new animated family adventure based on the beloved toy brand. In the adorably different town of Uglyville, the free-spirited Moxy and her UglyDolls friends confront what it means to be different, struggle with their desire to be loved, and ultimately discover that you don’t have to be perfect to […]
Television review: “Doctor Who – Demons of the Punjab” (Episode 6, Season 11) Television/Sci-Fi Ten Episodes Produced by: Chris Chibnall Featuring: Jodie Whittaker, Bradley Walsh, Tosin Cole and Mandip Gill Graham O’Brien: “I am never, ever, getting spit from an ox ever again no matter how much you need it!” Ryan Sinclair: “The ox took a bit of a shine to you.” This weeks […]
