— by ALEXA MILAN — The quirky short film “Photograph of Jesus” teaches audiences that history isn’t exactly black and white, and never has a seven-minute look at history been so much fun. Director and animator Laurie Hill blends fact and fiction as she explores the many images of L[...]
Archive for January, 2010
About That Ghost Rider Reboot …
— by CAM SMITH — I have seen the future, my friends, and can officially tell you in one simple word what will ultimately lead to the utter destruction of the superhero genre’s seemingly unstoppable reign of supremacy at the movie box-office. This word, uncomplicated in construct and[...]
Eleven Clips from ‘The Book of Eli’
— by ROBERT DeFEIS — Those of you reading this have probably already seen the trailer and, if you have any doubts about this being a fantastic film, these clips should put any of those thoughts into hibernation and will most likely get you to the theater this Friday to see the film. I am[...]
Trailer Talk: ‘Africa Light: Gray Zone’
— by ALLISON HIGGINBOTHAM — The trailer below for “Africa Light: Gray Zone” looks beautiful. That’s probably because I’m just used to seeing a lot of dust and beige when looking at footage taken from Africa. The trailer below, however, is sharp with rich colors. But all the[...]
Trailer Talk: ‘Chloe’
— by JASON EAKEN — “Chloe” is a curious trailer for me. It stars three incredibly talented people — Julianne Moore, Liam Neeson and Amanda Seyfried — in what looks to be only a marginally interesting seductive thriller. Wife thinks husband is cheating on her, so s[...]
Toronto Takes on Two Superhero Movies
— by H.G. WATSON — Toronto is Canada’s largest city, and the fifth-biggest city in North America. It has three major sports franchises, a famous international film festival, and enough condo towers to rival Miami. But Toronto’s other claim to fame is playing the part of large[...]
Two Clips from ‘Made for Each Other’
— by ALEXA MILAN — The sex farce “Made for Each Other” has flown under the radar, and maybe for good reason. While the footage released of the low-budget comedy may contain a laugh or two, it certainly doesn’t look like the next “40-Year-Old Virgin.” Dan (Christopher Masterson)[...]
How Superwomen Become Movie Damsels
— by H.G. WATSON — Unless you camp out under a rock with all your comics, you’ve probably heard the news that “Gossip Girl” star Blake Lively will be starring opposite Ryan Reynolds in the upcoming “Green Lantern” flick as Ferris Aircraft head honcho Carol F[...]
Six Clips from ‘Tooth Fairy’
— by JOSUE SANCHEZ — I did not really know The Rock during his wrestling days, but I have followed him closely since he launched his movie career. Nevertheless, I believe It is possible that his wrestling background and experience; performing in front of thousands of people, has assisted[...]
‘Star Trek’ Sets Date for Sequel
— by CAM SMITH — The “Star Trek” franchise has never been in a better place than it is this very moment. With J.J. Abrams’ insanely fun reboot earning respectable box-office dollars, and proving to be one of the most rewatchable DVDs in recent memory, it feels like the first ti[...]
Behind the Stunts in ‘The Book of Eli’
— by CAM SMITH — Thus far, the Hughes Brothers (Albert and Allen for the curious) are three-for-three in regards to their fictional film work — I’ve yet to see their “American Pimp” documentary — with “Menace 2 Society,” “Dead Presidents” and “From Hell” all[...]
Under Review: ‘The Lovely Bones’
— by MARIUSZ ZUBROWSKI — Philosophers such as Kierkegaard have always questioned God and the afterlife, but the question is not whether or not such a thing as Heaven exists, the question is “how do you depict something that has not been photographed and quite frankly might not be[...]
Trailer Talk: ‘Confucius’
— by RACHEL COYNE — I’ll admit it: I know very little about the ancient Chinese philosopher, Confucius, with the exception of his involvement in a few off-color jokes (Confucius say, “Baseball wrong. Man with four balls cannot walk.”). But when it comes to serious philosophizing, I[...]
Two Clips From ‘Psych 9’
— by ROBERT DeFEIS — Many of you will probably go on to the next article after reading the title of this film, but if you haven’t yet, you made a pretty good choice. I don’t really know why, but the title just doesn’t sit too well with me, maybe I just don’t get[...]