By George Robbins
[usr 5]
Psych is up near the top of my list as perhaps one of my favorite television programs of all time. It has very witty humor and the chemistry displayed between all of the main cast members is played off of very well. The main characters Shawn and Gus, played by James Roday and Dulé Hill respectively, display a friendship that very easily comes off the screen. The humor in the show is mostly made up of characters responses to one another and this is the main strength of the show. The show isn’t just a comedy, as there are many serious moments throughout to remind the audience that you are still watching a detective show. There are countless references to other pop culture, whether it be a visual gag or even the theme of an entire episode, but it is not a blatant ripoff of any other media. They manage to make any episode that has a theme feel like its own art form and to most people comes off as just being another episode in the series. The writers and actors worked very well together to ensure that the show is performed well and it can definitely be seen as it became something that stood out on its own. Don’t assume that just because they reference pop culture that this is all they do. Most of their episodes are wholly unique and every one is worth the watch. It is and always will be my go to show to watch no matter how much time has passed since its release.
By George Robbins
[usr 3.9]
Fast and Furious Presents Hobbs and Shaw is a relatively fast paced action movie that I enjoyed watching. That’s not to say that there aren’t any clichés or over-the-top action scenes, but that was what I already expected to see in the film. If you want to see a good pure action movie, then this is definitely one to watch. Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham work together very well within the film and it can be seen as the film unfolds. There are moments here and there where the action is in a lull, so to speak. These moments are the ones that are filled with most of the clichés in the film. The action set pieces on the other hand are way over-the-top, but unique in that I haven’t seen set pieces like that in most other films. It is most certainly a Fast and Furious film in that sense; so if you enjoy that series then that style of action is nothing new to you and you will definitely enjoy this film. If you don’t enjoy the series, but want to still see an action movie, this one is worth the watch, but be mindful of the fact that the film is rather long at 2 hours and 17 minutes. This is a film that is worth a watch if you have the time even if you haven’t seen any Fast and Furious films, and if that type of movie isn’t for you then don’t watch it.
By George Robbins
[usr 3.3]
Where to even begin with this film. It is an old, cheesy horror movie, but you have to love it for that exact reason. The film itself is nothing special, but the way the plot unfolds with the titular “Stuff,” is in itself entertaining to watch. The reason people enjoy watching cheesy horror movies is because they come off as being more funny than horrifying. We know that these movies don’t take themselves too seriously, and that is why they can be fun to watch. That’s not to be said that they can’t just be plain terrible, but this one will keep you entertained from start to finish.
Joss Whedon has a little bit of a history with superhero movies, and for creating layered female characters. After his documented frustrations with Wonder Woman, he’s getting another chance at the DC Extended Universe and Warner Bros., closing in on a deal to write direct and produce a Batgirl movie.
It’s a somewhat surprising, but welcome move, given that Whedon has taken a long break to write something original, but has now pivoted to focus on developing the Batgirl project. First appearing in 1967 in Gardner Fox and Carmine Infantino’s story run The Million Dollar Debut Of Batgirl, she’s the superhero alias of Barbara Gordon, daughter of Gotham City Police Commissioner James Gordon. So we can likely expect J.K. Simmons’ take on Gordon to appear along with other Bat-related characters.
Based on Lissa Evans’ novel “Their Finest Hour and a Half” and directed by Lone Scherfig (“An Education”), the film is set in London during World War II when the British ministry was utilizing propaganda films to boost morale. Arterton plays Catrin Cole, a scriptwriter who is brought on to handle the women’s dialogue — commonly referred to as “the nausea.” The film, opening this week, features an outstanding ensemble, including Bill Nighy as a washed-up actor and Sam Claflin as Catrin’s fellow writer and sparring partner.
Arterton is next set to play Vita Sackville-West in Vita and Virginia about her relationship with Virginia Woolf. She spoke to Variety about working with female directors, remarkable women, and why she shies away from the
term “strong female character.
I’m friends with the producer who I worked with on Byzantium and he sent it to me. I read the book as well, which is fantastic. You’re always looking for untold stories and many times they’re women’s stories. What surprised me is that it centers around a woman who’s really quite timid. I guess she’s allowed to be because all of the other characters.
Man Down debuted simultaneously on digital platforms in the U.K., meaning it was never going to be a big earner in theaters. But no one expected only one ticket sale. As of Tuesday, the Reel Cinema in Burnley was still carrying Man Down, which also stars Gary Oldman, Jai Courtney and Kate Mara.
In the film, LaBeouf stars as a war veteran suffering from PTSD following his return from Afghanistan. The indie project, reuniting the star with A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints director Dito Montile, made its world premiere at the 2016 Venice Film Festival before making making a stop at the Toronto International Film Festival.
Joss Whedon has a little bit of a history with superhero movies, and for creating layered female characters. After his documented frustrations with Wonder Woman, he’s getting another chance at the DC Extended Universe and Warner Bros., closing in on a deal to write direct and produce a Batgirl movie.
It’s a somewhat surprising, but welcome move, given that Whedon has taken a long break to write something original, but has now pivoted to focus on developing the Batgirl project. First appearing in 1967 in Gardner Fox and Carmine Infantino’s story run The Million Dollar Debut Of Batgirl, she’s the superhero alias of Barbara Gordon, daughter of Gotham City Police Commissioner James Gordon. So we can likely expect J.K. Simmons’ take on Gordon to appear along with other Bat-related characters.
Based on Lissa Evans’ novel “Their Finest Hour and a Half” and directed by Lone Scherfig (“An Education”), the film is set in London during World War II when the British ministry was utilizing propaganda films to boost morale. Arterton plays Catrin Cole, a scriptwriter who is brought on to handle the women’s dialogue — commonly referred to as “the nausea.” The film, opening this week, features an outstanding ensemble, including Bill Nighy as a washed-up actor and Sam Claflin as Catrin’s fellow writer and sparring partner.
Arterton is next set to play Vita Sackville-West in Vita and Virginia about her relationship with Virginia Woolf. She spoke to Variety about working with female directors, remarkable women, and why she shies away from the
term “strong female character.
I’m friends with the producer who I worked with on Byzantium and he sent it to me. I read the book as well, which is fantastic. You’re always looking for untold stories and many times they’re women’s stories. What surprised me is that it centers around a woman who’s really quite timid. I guess she’s allowed to be because all of the other characters.
Man Down debuted simultaneously on digital platforms in the U.K., meaning it was never going to be a big earner in theaters. But no one expected only one ticket sale. As of Tuesday, the Reel Cinema in Burnley was still carrying Man Down, which also stars Gary Oldman, Jai Courtney and Kate Mara.
In the film, LaBeouf stars as a war veteran suffering from PTSD following his return from Afghanistan. The indie project, reuniting the star with A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints director Dito Montile, made its world premiere at the 2016 Venice Film Festival before making making a stop at the Toronto International Film Festival.
Joss Whedon has a little bit of a history with superhero movies, and for creating layered female characters. After his documented frustrations with Wonder Woman, he’s getting another chance at the DC Extended Universe and Warner Bros., closing in on a deal to write direct and produce a Batgirl movie.
It’s a somewhat surprising, but welcome move, given that Whedon has taken a long break to write something original, but has now pivoted to focus on developing the Batgirl project. First appearing in 1967 in Gardner Fox and Carmine Infantino’s story run The Million Dollar Debut Of Batgirl, she’s the superhero alias of Barbara Gordon, daughter of Gotham City Police Commissioner James Gordon. So we can likely expect J.K. Simmons’ take on Gordon to appear along with other Bat-related characters.
Based on Lissa Evans’ novel “Their Finest Hour and a Half” and directed by Lone Scherfig (“An Education”), the film is set in London during World War II when the British ministry was utilizing propaganda films to boost morale. Arterton plays Catrin Cole, a scriptwriter who is brought on to handle the women’s dialogue — commonly referred to as “the nausea.” The film, opening this week, features an outstanding ensemble, including Bill Nighy as a washed-up actor and Sam Claflin as Catrin’s fellow writer and sparring partner.
Arterton is next set to play Vita Sackville-West in Vita and Virginia about her relationship with Virginia Woolf. She spoke to Variety about working with female directors, remarkable women, and why she shies away from the
term “strong female character.
I’m friends with the producer who I worked with on Byzantium and he sent it to me. I read the book as well, which is fantastic. You’re always looking for untold stories and many times they’re women’s stories. What surprised me is that it centers around a woman who’s really quite timid. I guess she’s allowed to be because all of the other characters.
Man Down debuted simultaneously on digital platforms in the U.K., meaning it was never going to be a big earner in theaters. But no one expected only one ticket sale. As of Tuesday, the Reel Cinema in Burnley was still carrying Man Down, which also stars Gary Oldman, Jai Courtney and Kate Mara.
In the film, LaBeouf stars as a war veteran suffering from PTSD following his return from Afghanistan. The indie project, reuniting the star with A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints director Dito Montile, made its world premiere at the 2016 Venice Film Festival before making making a stop at the Toronto International Film Festival.
