Up until somewhat recently, all of themovie reviewson this site used the five-star grading system. The college newspaper I wrote for also used the star system, and I used to enjoy the economy of language at play there. If you want the tiniest snapshot of an opinion on a film, one just needs to see how many stars were given, and if you wanted to know more, or why, you could just read the review in full....
Ryan Coogler, director of the hit filmBlack Panther: Wakanda Forever, recently sang the praises of his leading lady,Angela Bassett, at the Sundance Film Festival. Coogler, who received the inaugural Variety Visionary Award at the festival, had nothing but admiration for Bassett’s work ethic and talent. Coogler toldVariety, “Her work ethic is insane. I came up playing sports, so you notice this working with her; it’s like you have an extra coach on the field....
The world of cinema is full of reboots and remakes, and sometimes that is a good thing. This year saw the return ofThe Evil Deadfranchise to theaters with the hugely successfulEvil Dead Rise, another entry in the saga of the Deadites that continued down the darker route set by Fede Álvarez’s 2013 remake. While the movie’s change of setting to a suburban apartment block, and Lee Cronin’s eye for dark, supernatural violence, was certainly good for the new direction of the series, some people were still missing one thing;Bruce Campbell’s comedic turn as Ash Williams....
Bruce Willisis undoubtedly a legend of the action genre. His starring role as John McClane inDie Hardlaunched Willis' career into the stratosphere, and the actor returned for four more movies, closing out the franchise withA Good Day to Die Hardin 2013. The actor has also lent his talent to the likes ofPulp Fiction,RED, andSin City.But when Bruce Willis blends action with a dose of sci-fi, that’s when things get truly special....
After dominating at the box office for two weeks in a row, Disney’sThe Jungle Bookwill go up against three newcomers in the final weekend of spring, before the summer movie season officially kicks off with the May 6 release ofCaptain America: Civil War. Standing inThe Jungle Book’s way of a three-peat is the Warner Bros. comedyKeanu, Focus Features' animated adventureRatchet & Clankand Open Road Films’Mother’s Day. WhileThe Jungle Bookmost certainly won’t win on May 6, going up againstCaptain America: Civil War, it should have no trouble taking the top spot for a third week in a row....
TheChild’s Play TV Seriesis going to take the franchise back to its roots, according to producer David Kirschner. Kirschner andChild’s Playcreator Don Mancini participated in a Q&A session after a special 20th anniversary screening ofBride of Chuckyand Screamfest. The duo are currently developing the TV series, which was first revealed in February of this year. Since then, there have only been a few updates and teaser video that Mancini released on social media....
“I have an owner and he’s Superman,” Krypto the Super-Dog explains. I’m already sold! Warner Bros. Pictures has just released the official trailer forDC League of Super-Pets,starring Dwayne Johnson as (Super)man’s best friend, Krypto. Superman gets a call of duty we can all relate to. Wake up! It’s time for a walk! A Superwalk! Let me introduce you to the Super-Pets! Dwayne Johnson stars as the voice ofKrypto the Super-Dogin Warner Bros....
Now that production has begun onNetflix’s new thrillerDeath Note, one of the most important voice roles in this adaptation has been cast.Willem Dafoehas come aboard to voice Ryuk the Shinigami in this adaptation ofTsugumi OhbaandTakeshi Obata’s iconic manga. We aren’t sure when the actor will start recording his role, but the actor closed his deal while also currently filmingJustice Leaguefor Warner Bros. Mashablereports thatWillem Dafoejoins a cast that also includesNat Wolffas Light Turner,Margaret Qualleyas Mia Sutton,Keith Stanfieldas L,Paul Nakauchias Watari andShea Whighamas James Turner....
With 2024 marking the 25th anniversary ofDeep Blue Sea, it’s no surprise that some fans of the 1999 shark movie want the film’s original ending to be released. Deep Blue Seais an action film that was directed byRenny Harlinand starred Saffron Burrows,Thomas Jane, Samuel L. Jackson, Jacqueline McKenzie, Michael Rapaport, Stellan Skarsgård, and LL Cool J. The film followed a group of scientists experimenting on DNA-altered sharks in an attempt to find a cure for Alzheimer’s....
TheWalt Disney World reopening videohas received a fittingJurassic Parkmashup as social media starts to question reality. Disney’s world famous theme park has been shut down since March and opened their doors for the first time yesterday (July 11th). From video footage taken within and outside of the park, social distancing was rarely being practiced, which led more than one prospective guest to turn around and go home. As the videos started to go viral, social media started to criticize Walt Disney World for reopening so soon....
Marvel’sDoctor Strangeis already a bona fidebox office hit, earning $331.9 million worldwide thus far, after an impressive opening weekend of just over $85 million. Now that fans are flocking to theaters, directorScott Derricksonis revealing some new insight, including what character was his original choice for the primary villain. There will be SPOILERS below if you haven’t seenDoctor Strangeyet, so read on at your own risk. Empirecaught up withDoctor StrangedirectorScott Derrickson, who revealed that he originally wanted the Sorcerer Supreme to square off against Nightmare, the first villain he ever faced in the Marvel Comics....
Principal photography onDoctor Strange 2or, to call it by its official name,Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, is set to begin very soon, with the movie’s crew having begun to arrive in London ahead of filming. Stunt performer CC Ice, who has performed as both Scarlet Witch andBlack Widow, recently shared an imagine to social media revealing that she has now entered an isolation bubble in preparation. CC Ice has collaborated withMarvelmany times throughout the ongoing Marvel Cinematic Universe, with the talented performer plying her trade in the likes ofCaptain America: Civil WarandThor: Ragnarok....
Even the most casual film fan is familiar with the “Original Cut” controversy surrounding the firstStar Warsfilm. For the two decades following its 1977 release,Star Warswas essentially the same viewing experience for millions of fans around the world. However, the 1997 release of the Special Edition of the film ignited acascade of changes and edits, from upgraded special effects to the addition of entirely new scenes. As a result, the film we see today on Disney+ or on a 4K disc release is much different from the one released in 1977....
