Image Courtesy of 20th Century FoxThe 89th Academy Awards, or "Oscars," are right around the corner on Feb. 26, and that means that the awards season of recognizing many films, actors, actresses, directors, etc., is almost over."Hidden Figures" has been one of those recognized films. This film is especially significant because it's a mainstream, Oscar-nominated film that … [Read more...] about Review: ‘Hidden Figures’ Proves Worthy Of Its Accolades
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Skip the Shopping, Go See ‘The Good Dinosaur’ This Thanksgiving
Photo courtesy of Walt Disney StudiosTrust me: You'll want to push back the Black Friday shopping for a few hours to see Disney Pixar's newest sensation, "The Good Dinosaur," this Thursday evening.An unlikely friendship between an inept dinosaur, Arlo, and a spiky-toothed cave-boy named Spot can move you in a way you did not know you can move. If you love Disney movies or … [Read more...] about Skip the Shopping, Go See ‘The Good Dinosaur’ This Thanksgiving
Bond Leaves on High Note
Photo courtesy of MGM studios “Bond. James Bond.” This is the immortal line that defines the fictional character of British MI6 Secret Service agent 007 — a character whose adventures have created one of the most enduring film franchises imaginable. Played by a multitude of actors — Sean Connery, George Lazenby, Roger Moore, Timothy Dalton and Pierce … [Read more...] about Bond Leaves on High Note
New Film ‘Burnt’ Lacks Flavor
Photo Courtesy of Shiny Penny Productions“Burnt” is an acquired taste. How invested the viewer is in the culture of fine cuisine will significantly impact his or her viewing experience. Directed and co-produced by John Wells (“August: Osage County”) and written by Steven Knight (“Eastern Promise”) and Michael Kalesniko (“Iron … [Read more...] about New Film ‘Burnt’ Lacks Flavor
“Bridge of Spies” Tops Charts: Spielberg on New Historical Thriller
Photo courtesy of DreamWorks StudiosIt's no shocker that Steven Spielberg's latest sensation "Bridge of Spies" is in the 90th percentile on Rotten Tomatoes. Engaging from start to finish — no small feat for a 2 1/2 hour historical film — the movie is based on a true story of the exchange between a Russian spy and a captured U.S. pilot in 1957. Set in the era of … [Read more...] about “Bridge of Spies” Tops Charts: Spielberg on New Historical Thriller