We need to regulate who is allowed to be labeled “a twisted mind” because a half-dozen films into his career I can promise you, Matthew Vaughn is not one of those people. “Argylle” follows a spy novelist (Bryce Dallas Howard) who is suddenly thrust into a real-life game of cat-and-mouse when her books turn out… Continue reading ‘Argylle’ Review: An Occasionally Fun, Often Messy Spy Romp
The animation renaissance is upon us and I am here for it! “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” is the seventh feature film of the franchise, and first since 2016’s live-action adaptation. Micah Abbey, Shamon Brown Jr., Nicolas Cantu, and Brady Noon voice the titular team, alongside a supporting cast including Hannibal Buress, Rose Byrne,… Continue reading ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem’ Review: Cowabunga! This Animated Reboot Has Style to Spare
Just when I thought I was out… they pull me back in! “Fast X” is the tenth main installment of the “Fast & Furious” franchise, and follows Dom Torreto (Vin Diesel) and his crew going on the run after being framed for a terrorist attack (organized by Jason Momoa). Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Ludacris, John… Continue reading ‘Fast X’ Review: It’s Loud and It’s Dumb, But I Had Fun!
In the history of low cinematic bars to clear, this has to be at the bottom of the barrel; just be better than what is considered one of the worst superhero films ever made. “The Suicide Squad” is a standalone sequel to the 2016 film of the (almost) same name, and features the titular team… Continue reading ‘The Suicide Squad’ Review: A Self-Aware (and Self-Congratulatory) Sequel
Directed by the writer of “Pitch Perfect,” co-written by the guys who created “Harold and Kumar,” produced by the team behind “Superbad” and starring a great, proven cast. What could go wrong? (A lot, apparently) “Blockers” stars Leslie Mann, Ike Barinholtz and John Cena as parents who try to stop their daughters (Kathryn Newton, Geraldine… Continue reading The Only Thing ‘Blockers’ Stops is Audiences’ Laughter
The Reel Deal 