Phillip Noyce (Director)CASTDenzel WashingtonAngelina JolieQueen LatifahMichael RookerBased on The Bone Collector (1997) by Jeffery Deaver Review To avoid a throwaway line explaining Lincoln Rhymes' condition, we are thrown into the tragic accident that leaves the forensics expert and detective confined to his bed. As an introduction to the character, it hits the right notes we … Continue reading The Bone Collector (1999) | Movie Review
Michael Cuesta (Director), Vince Flynn (Novels) CASTDylan O'BrienMichael KeatonSanaa LathanShiva NegarTaylor Kitsch Review Michael Cuesta’s American Assassin presents a familiar tale of revenge and espionage, but unfortunately, its script by Stephen Schiff, Michael Finch, Edward Zwick, and Marshall Herskovitz falls victim to predictability and a sense of déjà vu. While the storyline follows the well-trodden … Continue reading American Assassin (Movie Review) | Formulaic But O’Brien Shines
Frank Capra (Director)CASTCary GrantPriscilla LaneRaymond MasseyJosephine HullJean AdairJohn AlexanderPeter LorreBased on the play "Arsenic and Old Lace" by Joseph Kesselring Review This was my first Cary Grant movie. I kind of knew the name, I'd heard about him, even though I thought his first name was Gary. This 1944 movie is amazing, I went in … Continue reading Arsenic and Old Lace (Movie Review) | Fun & Captivating
Bernardo Bertolucci (Director), Puyi (Novel)CASTJohn LoneJoan ChenPeter O'TooleYing RuochengVictor WongDennis DunVivian WuRyuichi SakamotoBased on From Emperor to Citizen, The Autobiography of Aisin-Gioro Pu Yi by Puyi Review I've been aware of this movie for a long time but only recently saw it when one of my local movie theatre put it back on the big … Continue reading The Last Emperor (Movie Review) | An Informative Historical Drama
Antoine FuquaCASTMark WahlbergMichael Peña Danny GloverKate MaraElias KoteasRhona MitraRade ŠerbedžijaNed BeattyBased on Point of Impact (1993) by Stephen Hunter Review I've been interested in this movie for years. Why didn't I watch it? I was invested in the Ryan Philippe-lead TV series and didn't want the movie to spoil it for me. This movie has suspense, corruption, … Continue reading Shooter (2007) | Movie Review
Step into the shoes of NYC's unsung heroes with Asphalt City! From the gripping performances to its unflinching portrayal of EMS work, this film is a raw and visceral exploration of the highs and lows of emergency response.
The Hating Game delivers a delightful blend of office romance and rivalry. Lucy Hale and Austin Stowell are very charming in this enemies-to-lovers story.
Directed by Raman Hui (Monster Hunt) and co-directed by Paul Watling and Yong Duk Jhun, The Tiger's Apprentice brings Laurence Yep's 2003 novel to life in an animated spectacle filled with mythical creatures and the timeless battle of good versus evil. However, despite its promising premise and stellar voice cast, the film falls short in … Continue reading The Tiger’s Apprentice (2024) Movie Review | An Adventure with Missed Potential
Chris Columbus (Director)Craig Titley (Screenplay), Rick Riordan (Novel) CAST Logan LermanJake AbelSean BeanSteve Coogan Alexandra DaddarioPierce BrosnanCatherine KeenerJoe Pantoliano Brandon T. JacksonKevin McKiddUma ThurmanRosario Dawson Review I saw this movie first, years ago, but rewatching it now after having read Riordan's The Lightning Thief I understand the disappointment and anger some book readers had for this … Continue reading Percy Jackson and The Lightning Thief (2010 Movie Review) | A Muddled Adaptation of a Beloved Tale
Bertrand Bonello's The Beast delves into love, fear, and existential dread. Despite compelling performances, the film's coherence and accessibility may leave some audiences wanting.
Worn Out Spines 