It is frustrating to see Jina’s creators try to pull their stubborn antiheroine out of the corner that she finally realizes she’s painted herself into. Until then, Jina occupies a cramped emotional pocket universe of her own. Working this routine—work, smoke, lunch, more work, then a microwaveable meal and TV before bed—can relieve everyday problems. … Read more
Batman: The Brave and the Bold— the first new Batman film in DC Studios’ impending new movie universe — is going to be a huge project. Luckily, DC is reportedly closing in on a huge director to work on the film. Andy Muschietti seems to be in the lead, which makes sense, given he just … Read more
Still, there’s Holland, who, like frequent scene partner Seyfried, brings considerable pathos and effort to the role. I cannot be too specific about what he does or why he does it, but there are glimmers of a truly tremendous actor in him. He conveys lightness and joy with equal surefootedness as he does moments of … Read more
Schwarzenegger also says nothing about his abusive father Gustav’s voluntary service with the Nazis, presumably because he flicked away that association in his 2012 memoir, Total Recall: My Unbelievably True Life Story. People only bring up the past when they want to smear you, Schwarzenegger suggests in footage from a 2003 press conference. (“You know, … Read more
As one figure in this documentary directed by Anton Corbijn notes, doing this, in a sense, rendered the album title almost literal. If you did take off the shrink wrap, the cover image, a photograph on what looked like a Hollywood studio backlot (because it was) depicting two men shaking hands, greeted you. One of … Read more
The new Justice League: Warworld trailer has been released. This upcoming DC superhero movie is the 10th installment of the Tomorrowverse. “Until now, the Justice League has been a loose association of superpowered individuals,” reads the official synopsis for the film. “But when they are swept away to Warworld, a place of unending brutal gladiatorial … Read more
We all have our favorite seat at the movie theater, but Christopher Nolan says it depends on how the film is presented. Christopher Nolan is one of the most vocal and intelligent proponents of the theater-going experience. From challenging the industry’s use of streaming services to encouraging the use and preservation of film stock to … Read more
Unfortunately, “The Flash” also has a countervailing tendency that undermines its best self. Even as it cleverly translates Shelley’s worries into contemporary comic book terms, it serves up callback after fan-wanking callback to other versions of heroes and villains from film and TV, seemingly with no other purpose than to burnish Warner Bros’ properties and … Read more
They both find themselves flung into the hunt for the all-important Transwarp Key—Noah when he tries to steal a Porsche that turns out to be an Autobot, Elena when she studies a new sculpture that’s come into the lab with mysterious symbols on it. One of the most enjoyable parts of “Rise of the Beasts” … Read more
Lionsgate has revealed the Fool’s Paradise Blu-ray and DVD release date for the Charlie Day movie, which serves as the beloved actor’s directorial debut. When does Fool’s Paradise release on Blu-ray and digital? The Fool’s Paradise Blu-ray and DVD release date is set for July 18, 2023. The comedy movie will be available on Blu-ray … Read more