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Review: Despite dazzling return to Rome, ‘Gladiator II’ lacks heart, soul of original
Read full article: Review: Despite dazzling return to Rome, ‘Gladiator II’ lacks heart, soul of originalRidley Scott and a trove of talented actors deliver an entertaining movie with “Gladiator II,” but it falls short of the high bar set by the original.
Review: Stylish, subtle romantic drama ‘It Ends with Us’ is conversation starter
Read full article: Review: Stylish, subtle romantic drama ‘It Ends with Us’ is conversation starterAs the film is based on the best-selling novel by Colleen Hoover that’s sold over 4 million copies and has been translated into more than 20 languages, I get the distinct sense it's going to be popular.
Review: ‘Fly Me to the Moon’ accomplishes mission as enjoyable space mission rom-com
Read full article: Review: ‘Fly Me to the Moon’ accomplishes mission as enjoyable space mission rom-comThe makers of “Fly Me to the Moon” gave a space mission rom-com a shot and made things more interesting by setting the story, starring Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum, smack in the middle of the real-life Apollo 11 mission.
Review: Surprisingly heartwarming ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’ is satisfying installment of beloved franchise
Read full article: Review: Surprisingly heartwarming ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’ is satisfying installment of beloved franchise“Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” contains much more drama than comedy, with a spirit villain that’s pretty scary.
Review: ‘Expend4bles’ misfires after nearly 10-year wait
Read full article: Review: ‘Expend4bles’ misfires after nearly 10-year waitIt looked like the "Expendables" franchise was dead after creative differences resulted in Sylvester Stallone walking away from the planned fourth installment. But now, nearly a decade later, fans of the series are finally getting to see “Expend4bles.”
‘Gran Turismo’ Review: Despite early drag, real-life elements fuel memorable racing flick
Read full article: ‘Gran Turismo’ Review: Despite early drag, real-life elements fuel memorable racing flickSony has really hit the synergy button with “Gran Turismo” — which started as a popular auto-racing video game from their PlayStation division.
‘Mission: Impossible’ Review: Blockbuster budget well spent to make action-packed ‘Dead Reckoning Part One’
Read full article: ‘Mission: Impossible’ Review: Blockbuster budget well spent to make action-packed ‘Dead Reckoning Part One’The budget of “Dead Reckoning Part One” is rumored to have been around $290 million and that money really is up on the screen.
‘Dial of Destiny’ Review: Tip of the hat to Harrison Ford in his fifth and final Indiana Jones adventure
Read full article: ‘Dial of Destiny’ Review: Tip of the hat to Harrison Ford in his fifth and final Indiana Jones adventureHarrison Ford has made it clear that “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” will be his last time playing the iconic character and has ended that run with a wonderful performance.
Review: ‘Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant’ offers tense, suspenseful interpretation of Afghan war
Read full article: Review: ‘Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant’ offers tense, suspenseful interpretation of Afghan warDirector Guy Ritchie co-wrote the script for "Guy Ritchie's The Covenant" with Ivan Atkinson and Marn Davies after seeing a documentary about Afghan translators. They created a story about two men from different worlds who wind up forming an incredible bond.
Review: Funny, fulfilling ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ worth roll of the 20-sided die
Read full article: Review: Funny, fulfilling ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ worth roll of the 20-sided dieFilled with scenarios that feel ripped from the classic tabletop game, “Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves” offers a lot for long-time players to enjoy without alienating the uninitiated.
Review: Nothing light about portrayal of Marilyn Monroe’s life in ‘Blonde’
Read full article: Review: Nothing light about portrayal of Marilyn Monroe’s life in ‘Blonde’Filming for "Blonde" began back in 2019 and after COVID and other delays, the much-anticipated 2-hour-and-46-minute movie has finally hit theaters in a limited run, with a wide release on Netflix on Sept. 28.
Review: Can’t help falling in love with Austin Butler as ‘Elvis’ in Baz Luhrmann’s new biopic
Read full article: Review: Can’t help falling in love with Austin Butler as ‘Elvis’ in Baz Luhrmann’s new biopicA 30-year-old actor named Austin Butler has given us his take on the famed performer in the new theatrical film: “Elvis,” and he has simply hit the ball out of the park.
‘Jurassic World: Dominion’ finds its way by going back to basics
Read full article: ‘Jurassic World: Dominion’ finds its way by going back to basicsThe third effort in the Jurassic World series returns to basics, even bringing back the original Jurassic Park cast members -- and the decision elevates the film.
Review: ‘Blacklight’ might have you asking along with Liam Neeson: ‘When does it all end?’
Read full article: Review: ‘Blacklight’ might have you asking along with Liam Neeson: ‘When does it all end?’“Blacklight” is a generic, by-the-numbers, very-predictable action movie with little originality and forgettable characters.
Movie review: Action, humor, fighting make up ‘Mortal Kombat’
Read full article: Movie review: Action, humor, fighting make up ‘Mortal Kombat’If you’re an 80s baby, you probably played the Mortal Kombat video game as a teen. Now, the movie is in theaters and on demand, and as much as it is entertaining, it lacks a genre focus.
Review: ‘Coming 2 America’ is just the ticket in a tough year
Read full article: Review: ‘Coming 2 America’ is just the ticket in a tough year★★★★½ out of 5 -- Rated: PG-13 -- Run time: 1 hour, 50 minutes (Available now on Amazon Prime Video streaming)There’s always a bit of nervous apprehension when actors try to revisit a favorite old character. There’s even a nod to two stars from the Murphy movie, “Trading Places” that involves SNL’s Colin Jost. Eddie Murphy and Kiki Layne (Courtesy Amazon Prime Video)There’s Kiki Layne (“If Beale Street Could Talk”) as Akeem’s oldest daughter who clearly possesses major leadership capabilities. Shari Headley, Arsenio Hall, and Eddie Murphy (Courtesy Amazon Prime Video)“Coming 2 America” is a welcome comedy in a movie season filled with a lot of heavy subject matter. Murphy and company have great timing: It’s been a tough year and this film is just the ticket.
Review: Clooney launches satisfying return to space with ‘The Midnight Sky’
Read full article: Review: Clooney launches satisfying return to space with ‘The Midnight Sky’Actor/Director George Clooney with actors David Oyelowo and Tiffany Boone on the set of The Midnight Sky (Courtesy of Netflix)A never-fully explained disaster has struck the earth, making it uninhabitable to nearly everyone. He gets a major surprise when he discovers a young girl is also sharing the vacated base. She’s played by Irish actress Caoilinn Springall, who was only 6 years old when the movie was made. Felicity Jones as “Sully" in The Midnight Sky. “The Midnight Sky” does a wonderful job of balancing slower-paced drama with some high-thrills.