We've come a long way in the past decade when it comes to telling interesting narratives in film. Back in the 1990s, stories that took the "Kum ba yah" approach to race, struggle, and storytelling. It's nice to imagine a world where simple friendship can solve our biggest problems. However, the past twenty years have… Read More "Review: Mahershala Ali …
We Bought a Cabin in the Woods – NEW BLOOD: ‘Mandy: 2018’
It's time to jump into a another New Blood episode! Check out Ryan and AJ discussing the insane madness that is "Mandy," an insane vehicle for one Nic Cage. It's an insane film, and by god is it cool. Also it just earned an Indie Spirit nomination for Best Cinematography and features one of Jóhann Jóhannsson's… Read More "We Bought a …
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Thanksgiving Trailer Talk: ‘The Lion King’ Roars Into the Spotlight
Welcome back to Trailer Talk, where we try to breakdown the big trailers and teasers coming from Hollywood California. Well, we got a big one today, with Disney officially unveiling a look at the insane special effects in the upcoming "live-action" The Lion King. With an all-star cast on board, and The Jungle Book (2016) and Iron Man (2008) director Jon Favreau on board, the first… Read More "Thanksgiving Trailer Talk: …
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Getting Married? A Recap of Wedding Films
In less than a week I’m getting married! As most people are, my fiancé and I are excited but almost overwhelmingly nervous. This psychological response to the unknown is typical and the only sure way to combat these nerves is to be as prepared as possible. For most, that would mean making checklists and confirming… Read More "Getting Married? A …
Review: ‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’ Fails to Live Up to Its Predecessor, But Still a Good Time
Very few people were ready for what Wreck-It Ralph was serving when the 2012 film hit theaters. The popular story of a villain becoming the hero felt rather fresh and original back then, making the love letter to video games a surprise hit for the House of Mouse. However, few would have expected Wreck-It Ralph to become just… Read More "Review: ‘Ralph Breaks …
Review: Michael B. Jordan, Tessa Thompson and Dolph Lundgren Soar in ‘Creed II’
The Rocky franchise may create mixed emotions for many, but it remains one of the great American franchises in cinematic history. At bare minimum, Rocky through Rocky IV were very good to excellent films. The soft reboot of the franchise with Creed helped signal there were still stories to tell and lessons to learn from this universe. It introduced many to Michael B. Jordan, Tessa… Read More "Review: Michael B. …
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Box Office Report: With a ‘Wingardium Leviosa’ Grindelwald Takes the Top Spot
It's another good weekend for the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Meanwhile, some of the other new releases struggled against box office champions of the last few weeks. So let's jump into the weekend results. The box office winner was Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (review) which put together a very strong weekend with $62.1… Read More "Box Office Report: …
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