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‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ Review: A Meandering Sequel That Doesn’t Justify Its Existence
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‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ Review: A Meandering Sequel That Doesn’t Justify Its Existence

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Shocker that the follow-up to a “eh, it’s fine” movie is… eh, fine. “Joker: Folie à Deux” (French for “Madness for Two”) is the sequel to the 2019 film “Joker,” and features Joaquin Phoenix reprising his role as the titular Clown Prince of Crime. In the film, Joker, now institutionalized and awaiting trial, falls in love with… Continue reading ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ Review: A Meandering Sequel That Doesn’t Justify Its Existence

‘The Batman’ Review: A Sprawling and Grim Superhero Mystery
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‘The Batman’ Review: A Sprawling and Grim Superhero Mystery

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For a superhero who is on his seventh actor portraying the character, it’s impressive that they’re still finding new ways to depict the Dark Knight. “The Batman” is a reboot of the titular hero, with Robert Pattinson taking over the role from Ben Affleck. The film follows Batman in his second year of crime fighting… Continue reading ‘The Batman’ Review: A Sprawling and Grim Superhero Mystery

It Won’t Change the World, but ‘Joker’ is an Uncomfortable, Entertaining Watch
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It Won’t Change the World, but ‘Joker’ is an Uncomfortable, Entertaining Watch

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If nothing else, at least this is a better murderous clown film than “It Chapter Two.” “Joker” is an original origin story for Batman’s archenemy, and stars Joaquin Phoenix in the titular role. Todd Phillips directs and co-writes, while Zazie Beetz and Robert De Niro also star. The hype around this film has been building… Continue reading It Won’t Change the World, but ‘Joker’ is an Uncomfortable, Entertaining Watch

‘The Lego Batman Movie’ a Well-Constructed Animated Romp
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‘The Lego Batman Movie’ a Well-Constructed Animated Romp

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It’s a Batman movie, so obviously it’s an instant 10/10. Thanks for coming, drive home safe.             Ugh. Fine, I’ll be objective. “The Lego Batman Movie” is a spin-off of the character “introduced” in “The Lego Movie,” again voiced by Will Arnett. This time around Batman must stop the Joker… Continue reading ‘The Lego Batman Movie’ a Well-Constructed Animated Romp

‘Suicide Squad’ Wastes Brilliant Cast in Bland CGI Romp
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‘Suicide Squad’ Wastes Brilliant Cast in Bland CGI Romp

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If nothing else it’s nice to see Will Smith having fun in a big budget blockbuster again. “Suicide Squad” is the third entry into the DC Extended Universe and takes place after the events of this year’s “Batman v Superman.” David Ayer writes and directs as Will Smith and Margot Robbie star as members of… Continue reading ‘Suicide Squad’ Wastes Brilliant Cast in Bland CGI Romp

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Why ‘Batman v Superman’ and ‘Civil War’ Are the Same Movie

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If I were a betting man, and if box office receipts are any indication, I would say by now you’ve seen “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” and “Captain America: Civil War.” But did you notice that you pretty much watched the same movie twice? Both films had been announced more than two years ago… Continue reading Why ‘Batman v Superman’ and ‘Civil War’ Are the Same Movie

‘Batman v Superman’ Is No Masterpiece but It’s Still Fun
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‘Batman v Superman’ Is No Masterpiece but It’s Still Fun

David Palmer5 Comments

My childhood wasn’t ruined, so I guess in the grand scheme of things I can mark this down as a W. “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” is the sequel to “Man of Steel” and the first time the titular heroes have shared a movie screen. Henry Cavill returns as Superman while Ben Affleck takes… Continue reading ‘Batman v Superman’ Is No Masterpiece but It’s Still Fun