After decades of anticipation, “Ender’s Game” finally became a motion picture directed by Gavin Hood. The classic sci-fi novel by Orson Scott Card was first published in 1985. Ever since, fans of the futuristic novel have demanded a movie to bring characters like Ender, Petra and Colonel Graff to life. High school teachers assign “Ender’s Game” to introduce students to a … [Read more...] about War: ‘Ender’s Game’ falls short
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Crazy: ‘Grandpa’ gone wild
If you can handle explicit sexual innuendos, prosthetic penises, strippers, fake corpses, gushing feces and boorish language, then you will withstand “Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa,” the fourth installment to the “Jackass” film series. If you’re like me, and have never seen one of Paramount’s “Jackass” films because you would much rather make a trip to the theater to see the … [Read more...] about Crazy: ‘Grandpa’ gone wild
Frozen to bring mixed chills
Photo Courtesy of Disney Disney’s new movie “Frozen” will be released this Thanksgiving, and — despite the title — no one should give it the cold shoulder. Inspired by the beautiful scenery of Norway, “Frozen” is about spunky Princess Anna (voice of Kristin Bell) after her sister Queen Elsa (Idina Menzel) sets her icy powers loose on the kingdom of Arendelle, making it … [Read more...] about Frozen to bring mixed chills
‘Thor’ hits the nail in action-packed sequel
Photo Courtesy of Disney With stunning visual effects, pulse-racing action and just the right amount of witty humor, “Thor: The Dark World” looks to be a promising addition to the Marvel family. “Thor: The Dark World” successfully mixes action, laughs and romance to create a fast-paced adventure movie that is heavy on the one-liners and low on the serious drama. Chris … [Read more...] about ‘Thor’ hits the nail in action-packed sequel
LA catches fire with 'Squad'
I love action movies. Nothing’s better than a thrilling car chase. A well-choreographed shootout can give any ballet a run for its money. And explosions? The bigger, the better. With these qualifications, “Gangster Squad” succeeds as a 40’s action flick. Although it has good guys quipping know-it-all remarks as they waste the bad guys, a grenade-fueled car chase and plenty of … [Read more...] about LA catches fire with 'Squad'
