June 2018 movie preview
A look at June’s biggest blockbusters on the big screen
May 25 — “Solo: A Star Wars Story” One thing’s for certain — Han won’t be flying solo in this one. “Solo” follows the protagonist of the same name as […]
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An X-Force to be reckoned with
After “Deadpool 2’s” success, there’s no need to turn back time
Not only does “Deadpool 2” improve on the original in almost every way, but it also delivers a strong candidate for the Academy Awards’ Best Original Song — “Ashes” by […]
To infinity and beyond
‘Infinity War’ leaves no stone unturned
Directed by: Anthony Russo Joe Russo Starring: Robert Downey Jr. Chris Hemsworth Chris Evans Scarlett Johansson As the theater lights dimmed and the Marvel logo flashed, I anxiously awaited the […]
The Disney directive
Walt Disney Studios continues to strengthen its iron grip on film
“Avengers: Infinity War” shattered box office records last weekend, with a domestic opening of $257 million. The film now holds the record for biggest domestic debut of all time, beating […]
Condensing a decade
Six movies to watch in the week before ‘Infinity War’
Brace yourselves — there’s only one week left until the release of what might be the highest grossing movie of all time. With 18 films in the franchise and just […]
‘The End of the F***ing World’
‘The End of the F***ing World’ is delightfully surprising
He wants to kill someone, she wants to escape her life. That is the premise of the boy-meets-girl, coming-of-age Netflix original series “The End of the F***ing World.” The main […]
Don’t eat the popcorn
‘A Quiet Place’ is visually stunning and extremely thrilling
Now playing at Village Centre Cinemas Directed by: John Krasinski Starring: John Krasinski Emily Blunt Millicent Simmonds Noah Jupe The theater is crowded, the film begins and the sound of […]
Crofting the wrong remake
‘Tomb Raider’ raids the wrong tombs
Now playing at Village Centre Cinemas Directed by: Roar Uthaug Starring: Alicia Vikander Dominic West Walton Goggins Daniel Wu Kristin Scott Thomas Last week I said “Pacific […]
The wrong kind of uprising
“Pacific Rim: Uprising” should have been left in the ocean. While most sequels make an effort to innovate and build on the foundations of their predecessors, “Uprising” takes multiple steps […]
Editor picks — Best picture 2018 nominations
Meredith Spelbring — “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri” This film was unique and exceptional on numerous levels. All of the characters had a unique depth and complexity that made them […]