Month: May 2016

Timecop – Quickie Review

If there was ever a movie that could benefit from a remake, it’s this one. That being said, this film is still campy fun. The story and concept is very intriguing, but in better hands and a more capable lead, it could really excel. Some of the dialogue is very wooden with a performance from …

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5 Faves: Films Of Ben Stiller

1. Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story 2. There’s Something About Mary 3. Tropic Thunder 4. Zero Effect 5. Royal Tenenbaums, The Just Missed The Cut: Empire Of The Sun; Flirting With Disaster; Permanent Midnight; Starsky & Hutch; Zoolander Need To See: Greenberg; Reality Bites; The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty; While We’re Young; Your Friends …

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Ant-Man – Quickie Review

This movie is just plain fun. It plays more like a heist movie than a comic book film which was a pleasant change of pace. Paul Rudd’s natural charisma shines and he’s perfectly cast. Filled with great sight-gags and furious action. Strong supporting cast with Corey Stoll and Michael Pena being the standouts. A welcomed …

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Spotlight – Quickie Review

The Boston Globe investigate and uncover a vast child molestation scandal and cover-up. Not an easy subject to watch, but exquisitely told with compassion and restraint. It could have easily exploited the subject with gratuitous details and uncomfortable flashbacks. Instead it follows the investigative process and the careful maneuvering through the law roadblocks. Flawless ensemble …

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