Photos Courtesy of rottentomatoes.com As an avid Netflix viewer, I believe this maxim applies: “So many choices, so little time.” Because of the sheer amount of TV shows and films on Netflix streaming, I look for something that stands out in terms of appearance and content. The two films I recommend were chosen based on that criteria. If you love Westerns and action … [Read more...] about For your streaming consideration on Netflix
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Tom Clancy’s creation comes to life
Photo Courtesy of Collider.com We’ve all seen our fair share of action thrillers, and there are many who groan at the thought of yet another save-the-world caper on the silver screen. Hollywood has left us with no shortage of what can easily become an unoriginal recreation of the typical spy story — full of gadgets and explosions, but short on thematic depth and character … [Read more...] about Tom Clancy’s creation comes to life
‘Riddick’ provides cheap, predictable thrills
Photo Courtesy of LAZYGEEKS.COM “Riddick,” the David Twohy film is the third installment of the movie franchise, beginning with “The Chronicles of Riddick.” Set on a desert-like planet, the film starts out with Riddick attempting to find a means of survival after being betrayed and left for dead by the people he once ruled. The first 5 to 10 minutes go by slowly as … [Read more...] about ‘Riddick’ provides cheap, predictable thrills
‘The Family’ falls six feet under
Photo Courtesy of Showbizcafe.com Actor Robert De Niro has become a quintessential name in the gangster crime genre, having portrayed a number of iconic mafiosos throughout his career. He showcased the rise to power of a young Vito Corleone in the award winning “The Godfather II,” provided a viscous look into gangland violence in “Goodfellas,” displayed the pitfalls of … [Read more...] about ‘The Family’ falls six feet under
War: ‘Ender’s Game’ falls short
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