Dad had gotten home from a business trip. As he said hello and hugged me, he pulled out a new toy from his briefcase. It was a Ninja Turtle. Four-year-old me had no idea what this thing was, but I was immediately enthralled by how awesome it looked. (It was Metalhead, for all you curious … Continue reading Review: ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem’ – Heroes in a Heart Shell
Review: ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Brings Fun Nostalgia and Easter Eggs Galore
The curse of the video game movie seems over. A string of successful hits turned around the genre in the past few years. Pokémon: Detective Pikachu, Uncharted, and Mortal Kombat all landed positive praise. The Last of Us just dominated television. However, none of these hold a candle to the worldwide appeal of Super Mario. … Continue reading Review: ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Brings Fun Nostalgia and Easter Eggs Galore
Review: Spielberg’s ‘The Fabelmans’ is His Best Film in Nearly Two Decades
When you are Steven Spielberg, when do you decide to tell your life story? The famed director crafted too many classics to name throughout his fifty-year career. One could argue that his style is the most important evolution in American cinema and has doomed storytellers to chase nostalgia. At the same time, he's poured his … Continue reading Review: Spielberg’s ‘The Fabelmans’ is His Best Film in Nearly Two Decades
Review: ‘The Lion King’ Brings Nothing New to the Screen and Wastes Spectacular Visuals
Growing up, Walt Disney Animation Studios films were the backbone of my movie rotations. Mixed in with Batman features, Jurassic Park, and Star Wars, I watched classics and new releases until my VHS tapes wore out. When The Lion King (1994) released, it was the culmination of an incredible run for the animation studio. Along with Beauty and the Beast, Snow White and Toy Story, The Lion King should be … Continue reading Review: ‘The Lion King’ Brings Nothing New to the Screen and Wastes Spectacular Visuals
Thanksgiving Trailer Talk: ‘The Lion King’ Roars Into the Spotlight
Welcome back to Trailer Talk, where we try to breakdown the big trailers and teasers coming from Hollywood California. Well, we got a big one today, with Disney officially unveiling a look at the insane special effects in the upcoming "live-action" The Lion King. With an all-star cast on board, and The Jungle Book (2016) and Iron Man (2008) director Jon Favreau on board, the first … Continue reading Thanksgiving Trailer Talk: ‘The Lion King’ Roars Into the Spotlight
2008 in Review: ‘Kung Fu Panda’
Some would argue that Jack Black is the greatest actor in kids movies. They'd be right. The comedian has always been excellent in movies geared for younger children. Whether it was the more kid-friendly "School of Rock" or the recent "Goosebumps" flick, Black puts 100% into every role. He's a ball of pure energy, and when … Continue reading 2008 in Review: ‘Kung Fu Panda’
2008 in Review: ‘Pineapple Express’
In 2008, there was one film that seemed destined for rewatchability above all else. "Pineapple Express" became a breakout hit in August, making it one of the last movies of that summer. It starred James Franco and Seth Rogen, both of whom were still very much on the come up. The movie was stolen by Danny McBride, … Continue reading 2008 in Review: ‘Pineapple Express’