When an explosion in the Norwegian mountains awakens an ancient troll, national officials appoint a fearless paleontologist to put an end to its devastating and deadly havoc. “TROLL” (2022): Norse legend leaps to life Film Review by John Smistad Norwegians, including we of familial descent, are big on trolls. Big trolls. … [Read More]
Synopsis Set during World War II, this is the story of Jarah’s coming-of-age in a brutal and lawless land. She grows from a sweet child to become a strong, independent and ferocious woman. Pushed far beyond her limit, Jarah takes on Australia’s corrupt and bigoted system one bad guy at … [Read More]
Ryan Reynolds and Samuel L. Jackson are joining forces once again, in the sequel The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard. Set after the events of The Hitman’s Bodyguard, the sequel returns with even more action—and comedy. Reynolds and Jackson reprise their previous roles as bodyguard Michael Bryce and hitman Darius Kincaid, respectively. … [Read More]
This one has been knocked around by a lot of folks. Not this guy. If you go into the gory thriller “Becky” with no expectations and an open mind (expecting your eyes to slam shut reflexively during these graphic scenes of ghastly carnage) you may well join me in being … [Read More]
Death Wish Now I’ve not posted in forever, mostly out of sheer laziness and a myriad of other made up reasons to not do any actually posting. But now and again I feel the urge, the need, the desire to spread my ill-conceived thoughts with you fine people of the … [Read More]
https://youtu.be/QRfj1VCg16Y [John’s Review] [Anthony’s Review] THE REVENANT is an immersive and visceral cinematic experience capturing one man’s epic adventure of survival and the extraordinary power of the human spirit. In an expedition of the uncharted American wilderness, legendary explorer Hugh Glass (Leonardo DiCaprio) is brutally attacked by a bear and left … [Read More]
Synopsis: In their new overseas home, an American family soon finds themselves caught in the middle of a coup, and they frantically look for a safe escape in an environment where foreigners are being immediately executed. (Imdb) [springboard type=”video” id=”1555045″ player=”tmbg001″ width=”599″ height=”336″ ] It took till … [Read More]
Synopsis: In the early 1960s, CIA agent Napoleon Solo and KGB operative Illya Kuryakin participate in a joint mission against a mysterious criminal organization, which is working to proliferate nuclear weapons. Henry Cavill (“Man of Steel”) stars as Napoleon Solo opposite Armie Hammer (“The Social Network”) as Illya Kuryakin … [Read More]
Synopsis: Five young adults attain superhuman powers after a teleportation journey to another planet goes wrong. [springboard type=”video” id=”1513995″ player=”tmbg001″ width=”599″ height=”336″ ] The much anticipated reboot of the Fantastic Four has arrived, and it’s mediocre at best. FOX can do no harm with the X-Men franchise, while it keeps … [Read More]
Synopsis: Ethan and team take on their most impossible mission yet, eradicating the Syndicate – an International rogue organization as highly skilled as they are, committed to destroying the IMF. (Imdb) [springboard type=”video” id=”1502623″ player=”tmbg001″ width=”599″ height=”336″ ] Tom Cruise just can’t let go of Ethan Hunt, … [Read More]
Synopsis:A Foreign Service Officer in London tries to prevent a terrorist attack set to hit New York, but is forced to go on the run when she is framed for crimes she did not commit. (Imdb) In a summer season that usually produces a bundle of of … [Read More]
[springboard type=”video” id=”1455017″ player=”tmbg001″ width=”599″ height=”336″ ] Fist 2 Fist 2 is an ambitious all-around attempt for Jino Kang. The movie is not to be confused with a previous Jino Kang film named Fist 2 Fist. Fist 2 Fist 2, is a different movie from the previously mentioned … [Read More]