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‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ Review: Weird, Amusing, and a Bit Too Long, aka a Classic Marvel
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‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ Review: Weird, Amusing, and a Bit Too Long, aka a Classic Marvel

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I’m still not totally sure we’ll ever get back to the MCU as we once knew and loved it, though this isn’t a bad place to start. “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” is the 32nd film of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the final installment of the titular trilogy. James Gunn returns to write… Continue reading ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ Review: Weird, Amusing, and a Bit Too Long, aka a Classic Marvel

‘Knock at the Cabin’ Review: A Tiny Home Invasion Thriller with World-Ending Stakes
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‘Knock at the Cabin’ Review: A Tiny Home Invasion Thriller with World-Ending Stakes

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M. Night is back, baby! (Even though he’s made like three decent films the last ten years.) “Knock at the Cabin” is the latest film from writer-director M. Night Shyamalan, and follows a family of three (Jonathan Groff, Ben Aldridge, and Kristen Cui) that get held hostage by a group of strangers (Dave Bautista, Nikki… Continue reading ‘Knock at the Cabin’ Review: A Tiny Home Invasion Thriller with World-Ending Stakes

‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ Review: A Thunderous Disappointment
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‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ Review: A Thunderous Disappointment

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They say lightning never strikes the same place twice, but surely if anyone can buck that trend it’s the God of Thunder… right? “Thor: Love and Thunder” is the fourth film of the “Thor” franchise and the 29th in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (fatigued yet?). Chris Hemsworth reprises the titular role, alongside Christian Bale, Tessa… Continue reading ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ Review: A Thunderous Disappointment

‘Dune’ Review: It Looks Great, But Is That Enough?
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‘Dune’ Review: It Looks Great, But Is That Enough?

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There’s a running joke that the Marvel movies are just expensive commercials for future Marvel movies, but this is literally a commercial for future “Dune” movies… “Dune” is the second adaptation of the 1965 novel by Frank Herbert, following David Lynch’s 1984 film. Directed by Denis Villeneuve, the film stars Timothée Chalamet as a young… Continue reading ‘Dune’ Review: It Looks Great, But Is That Enough?

‘Army of the Dead’ Review: Big on Dumb, Low on Fun
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‘Army of the Dead’ Review: Big on Dumb, Low on Fun

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Is there a more hot-and-cold director in Hollywood than Zack Snyder? “Army of the Dead” follows a group of mercenaries (led by Dave Bautista, Omari Hardwick, and Ana de la Reguera) who are hired to retrieve $200 million from a Las Vegas casino after the city has become overrun with zombies. Zack Snyder directs a… Continue reading ‘Army of the Dead’ Review: Big on Dumb, Low on Fun

I Mean… ‘Blade Runner 2049’ at Least Looks Nice…
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I Mean… ‘Blade Runner 2049’ at Least Looks Nice…

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Between needing to reprise his roles for “Star Wars,” “Indiana Jones” and now “Blade Runner,” I forget just how influential Harrison Ford was to 1980s cinema. “Blade Runner 2049” is the sequel to the 1982 cult classic and features Harrison Ford returning as ex-LAPD detective Rick Deckard. Ryan Gosling also stars alongside Ana de Armas,… Continue reading I Mean… ‘Blade Runner 2049’ at Least Looks Nice…

‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2’ One of Marvel’s Weaker Outings
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‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2’ One of Marvel’s Weaker Outings

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We’re nine years into the MCU, and Marvel fatigue is in full effect. “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” is the sequel to the 2014 surprise hit and features Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel and Bradley Cooper returning as the misfit titular group. This time around, they must outrun a planet’s army… Continue reading ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2’ One of Marvel’s Weaker Outings

Bond Is Back, But He’s Been Better
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Bond Is Back, But He’s Been Better

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I really should learn to stop getting excited for things; it only leads to heartbreak. “Spectre” is the 24th and latest entry into the 007 franchise, with Daniel Craig returning for his fourth (and possibly final) portrayal of James Bond. This time around Bond must track down the head of a secret criminal syndicate (Christoph… Continue reading Bond Is Back, But He’s Been Better