4 out of 5 stars (one of the best in its series) Avengers: Infinity War is the culmination of the past 10 years of superhero movies within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Fans of the franchise will laugh and cry as their favorite heroes go up against the toughest foe they’ve ever encountered, while non-fans will… Continue Reading
These “Stars” Have Very Bright Futures
5 out of 5 stars (one of the best films I’ve ever seen, period) I am not a fan of “romantic movies.” This is because Hollywood screenwriters usually go through the motions, having the couple meet up in some quirky way, then having them form a hastily-assembled relationship so they can have sex and earn… Continue Reading
Greatest. Gatsby. Ever.
5 out of 5 stars (one of the best films I have ever seen, period) Note: This film was the first I saw by director Baz Luhrmann. His films are visually unique, as well as giving actors some of their most memorable performances. I have a friend who got me to watch most of Luhrmann’s… Continue Reading
“New Moon” Shines Bright
3 out of 5 stars (average) Note: the “Twilight” saga is one of the most fascinating franchises I have ever viewed. Its characters are fascinatingly uninteresting, its “romance” fascinatingly creepy, and its “message” fascinatingly bizarre. However, I liked it at one time. This review was written at a time when I wasn’t allowed to see… Continue Reading
“Seven Pounds”: Smith’s Drama is Decent, but Confusing
2.5 out of 5 stars (decent) First of all, this is one of Will Smith’s dramas, not comedies. Second, it’s more aimed at adults then kids. Third, Will Smith is the only person that could have been picked for this role. In Seven Pounds, Smith portrays Ben Thomas, a somewhat sympathetic IRS agent with anger… Continue Reading