A very smart black comedy about some very stupid criminals, ‘Pain and Gain’ is a very funny and delightfully obscene movie bolstered by some terrific performances by its actors.
Friday, April 26, 2013
Monday, April 22, 2013
Movie Review: 'Oblivion'
‘Oblivion’ is a thoughtful, well-made sci-fi action movie that will divide movie goers.
The degree of enjoyment may depend upon what expectations and science fiction film history each audience member takes into the movie theater with him or her.
‘Oblivion’ is not Kubrick’s ‘2001: A Space Odyssey’ nor is it simply popcorn entertainment full of explosions and aliens.
Friday, April 5, 2013
Movie Review: 'Evil Dead'
‘Evil Dead’ (2013) is a blood-drenched, vicious update of Sam Raimi’s 1981 cult classic horror film.
The basic premise is essentially the same as in the original. Five people travel to a cabin in the woods where they discover an ancient book whose incantations release a demonic force once spoken aloud.
Thursday, April 4, 2013
In Memorium: Roger Ebert (1942-2013)
Roger Ebert passed away on April 4, 2013 after more than a decade-long battle with cancer.
The venerable film critic was a Pulitzer Prize winning writer and for many people, the movie critic most recognized as popularizing film criticism among casual movie fans.
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