Written by Nick McCann "Omar Sy and Kerry Washington do what they can with the material, occasionally finding moments to shine. But the script can't figure out how to balance their dual lives as reformed killers and devoted parents, leaving … Continue reading.
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Cleaner
Written by Nick McCann ""Die Hard" didn't just spawn sequels—it birthed an entire subgenre. For decades, studios have been chasing that Nakatomi Plaza lightning in a bottle, with results ranging from memorable to instantly forgettable. Even today, the formula's persistence … Continue reading.
A Minecraft Movie
Written by Nick McCann "I haven't touched "Minecraft" in at least a decade, which makes seeing its current upswing in popularity baffle my mind. Yet its importance and continued appeal as one of history's most successful video games is..."… Continue reading.
Fight or Flight
Written by Nick McCann "The action walks that fine line between ultraviolence and zaniness, delivering D.I.Y. barbarism with creative flair. Cinematography wisely favors wide shots despite the cramped quarters, while the editing..."… Continue reading.
In the Lost Lands
Written by Nick McCann "What you end up getting is a confusing mess that’ll have you scratching your head until you feel brain matter. It has laughable action, dumb dialogue, and CGI on par with most shovelware video games."… Continue reading.
Love Hurts
Written by Nick McCann "...everyone was ready to welcome back their favorite gadget-wielding Goonie on their movie screens. Resident action factory 87Eleven is the latest to recruit him, leading the charge with a Valentine’s Day-flavored serving of butt-kicking that’s fluffy … Continue reading.
It! The Terror from Beyond Space
Written by Nick McCann "“It! The Terror From Beyond Space” is one of the more cut-and-dry genre films of the era. It wastes no time launching the spaceship and saying there's something not human on board. Though there is a … Continue reading.
Mad Max: Fury Road
Written by Nick McCann "Car wrecks come one after another, and more explosions go off here than in the previous three films combined. Keeping with tradition, practical effects and stunt work are highlighted with some minor visual enhancement. The cinematography … Continue reading.
Late Night with the Devil
Written by Nick McCann "The production design goes a long way to realizing the decade it captures on a small scale. The TV set itself becomes a character within the film at a point, replicating what you’d most likely see … Continue reading.
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire
Written by Nick McCann "Kong and Godzilla are more center stage than before. Kong is much more active as we watch him search for his place in his Hollow Earth domain. Godzilla, on the other hand, sometimes feels like he’s … Continue reading.
