Although this is more of an original story since it's not an adaptation of Roald Dahl's 1964 novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, this movie and its review have its place here because it tells the origin of Willy Wonka, a character in the aforementioned novel. Paul King, who might be best known for directing … Continue reading Wonka (Movie Review) | Musical Numbers, Magical Moments, and a Dash of Darkness
https://www.tumblr.com/wornoutspines/787531404107972608/wonka-trailer Writer: Simon Farnaby & Paul King (screenplay), Roal Dahl (Novel) Director: Paul King Stars: Timothée Chalamet, Olivia Colman, Hugh Grant, Keegan-Michael Key, Sally Hawkins, Rowan Atkinson I'm not totally convinced yet, but I'll probably see it. This could be fun. Movie review
As superhero dramas go this one is top-notch, Todd Helbing (The Flash, Black Sails, The Mob Doctor) and Greg Berlanti have outdone themselves. They've updated and elevated the Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman Superman show, which prominently featured Lois Lane and Clark Kent/ Superman as leads but they've seamlessly added their teenage … Continue reading Superman & Lois (S1 Review) | They Made Him Make Sense
This TV show wasn't on my radar until the first teaser was released. I had no idea this was coming but the teaser trailer piqued my interest in the show. Created by Jim Mickle (Cold in July) and Beth Schwartz (Arrow), and produced by Team Downey, the series is based on Jeff Lamire's Vertigo comics … Continue reading Sweet Tooth (S1 Review) | A Captivating Adventure
GREG BERLANTI & TODD HELBINGCASTTyler HoechlinElizabeth TullochAlex GarfinJordan ElsassAdam RaynerWolé ParksBased on the DC Comics characters created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster Pilot Review: The production value is the first thing that strikes you. It's not quite blockbuster level but it's close. The first episode doesn't feel like a CW show at all. In … Continue reading Superman & Lois (S1 Premiere) | Down-to-earth with Hints of Man of Steel & Smallville (TV Review)
I'm a scaredy-cat, I know that about myself and I'm O.K. with it. It's the reason why I was so reluctant to see Lovecraft Country even though I wanted to watch and review the pilot when it aired. I didn't. This series nagged at me and I caved. I watched the pilot in broad daylight … Continue reading Lovecraft Country (S1 Review) | An Educational Fantasy Journey
Starring Jason Bateman, Tina Fey, Jane Fonda, Adam Driver, and Corey Stoll, “This Is Where I Leave You” is based on Jonathan Tropper’s book of the same name. Directed by Shawn Levy the movie is about a the realities of a dysfunctional family. Premise: When their father passes away, four grown siblings, bruised and banged up … Continue reading This is Where I Leave You | Movie Review
Directed by documentarian & TV producer R.J. Cutler, “If I Stay” is based on the novel by Gayle Forman and stars Chloe Grace Moretz, Jamie Blackley, Mireille Enos, Liana Liberato and Joshua Leonard. The Plot: Mia Hall (Chloë Grace Moretz) thought the hardest decision she would ever face would be whether to pursue her musical dreams or follow a different … Continue reading If I Stay | Movie Review
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