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Reviews of the top geek movies, tv, and books in the industry.
Disney's 'Christopher Robin' Is a Good Way to Waste Time
I feel like I'm supposed to hate this movie, but I don't. If there is one skill that Disney has mastered, it is the ability to sell childhood back to adults. Disney's Christopher Robin exists for that sole purpose. The film, Directed by Marc Forster (Finding Neverland), feels like one relentless pursuit to remind you of the times in your childhood you spent watching Winnie the Pooh; almost half the dialogue is comprised of quotes from A.A. Milne's novel or Disney's classic adaptations. This is a film with enough flaws that I could rip it apart and criticize it until my fingers become attached to my keyboard. And yet, despite it's many flaws, the film works. I don't know how, but it does. Perhaps it is due to the irresistible likability of the characters crafted years ago or maybe the filmmakers on this reboot actually did do something right after all. Regardless, Christopher Robin actually works, really well.
By Ben McVittie8 years ago in Geeks
'The Mushroom Cure'
The Mushroom Cure is a one-person, one-act only play. It is performed by Adam Strauss who presumably has Obsessive Compulsive Disorder himself. The play starts out with Strauss trying to make a decision about buying the IPOD or the I RIVER. He goes through the pros and cons of each, and he can't decide. He goes through the whole process again, and he learns towards the IPOD. After deciding on the IPOD, he buys the I RIVER. He then beats himself up over the terrible decision. Sounds funny right? It is, but there is just one problem. OCD is a real problem. As a person who has had it since I was a child, the wacky things we do is funny to people watching our corky things but it is a real problem, hence the word disorder. Strauss portrays the compulsion brilliantly. How he beats himself up for not doing things that was he indecisive about from the beginning is funny to the audience but very accurate.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).8 years ago in Geeks
Hollywood's Greatest Storm Chaser
"I am the storm" says Tom Cruise's Ethan Hunt at the beginning of Mission: Impossible - Fallout. And the storm he is indeed. He is a threat to every enemy that tries to hurt Hunt's friends. He is a storm that is blowing through the movie and crushing danger with each insane stunt. Over two decades have passed since Ethan Hunt first came onto the scene and like a fine wine, he and his missions have only gotten better (and more impossible) since that day. Cruise is truly the driving force behind the films. His passion and intensity shine through the character, now almost to a point where it can be hard to decipher between the two. Hunt matches Cruise's never-quitting grit and care for his work and friends.
By Carrie Case8 years ago in Geeks
Why 'Incredibles 2' Wasn’t That Incredible
What makes a good sequel? Is it something different than what makes a good movie? If the job of a sequel is merely to succeed at the box office and give audiences a chance to pay beloved characters and fun settings a visit, then Incredibles 2 was a huge success. However, if the point of a sequel is to offer audiences a self-contained, interesting, worthwhile, entertaining, and well-crafted film that continues developing well-known character and adds dimension to a world the audience already knows, then Incredibles 2 failed.
By Lily Hoffman8 years ago in Geeks
'Skyscraper' Is Predictable and Mindless, yet an Entertaining Action Thriller
These days, action thrillers are growing more and more alike. I mean, don't get me wrong. I LOVE action movies. But they're all about some hero who loses their family or something like that and they have to go and save them while fighting those bad guys.
By Jonathan Sim8 years ago in Geeks
Jordan Peele Makes Sure We Take the Cue in 'Get Out'
Black people finally got themselves in a horror movie as the center of attention. In 2017's Get Out, they match previous wits with their whiters in this mix of social commentary, comedy and suspense by Jordan Peele. Peele also reminds us that good horror isn’t solely a function of blood, violence and excessive gore.
By Rich Monetti8 years ago in Geeks
The Issue I Have with 'Okja'
Okay, so hear me out, Okja is a good film. I enjoyed the story, the cinematography and direction were excellent, and I enjoyed everyone's performances, the cast was great. However, there is a part of the film that just didn't sit with me well and I needed to write it down so it wouldn't plague my mind and keep me up until the early hours (like last night after watching it).
By Nathaniel McCartney8 years ago in Geeks
Review: 'Sicario 2: Soldado'
This sequel is certainly not one anyone was initially expecting. The first Sicario back in 2015 was a really well-directed crime drama with top performances and some amazing cinematography by Roger Deakins. It was directed by the brilliant Denis Villeneuve, and his style certainly enhanced the viewing experience along with the top performances by Emily Blunt, Josh Brolin, and Benicio Del Toro, who for many people including myself stole the show.
By David Grice8 years ago in Geeks
Why Are You Ranking: Best of the Denys Arcand Film Series From Slightly Stimulated to Aroused
(Disclaimer: For this list, there is at first glance, omissions. The films, DaysofDarkness (2007) and The Fall of the American Empire (2018) seem to be swept from the annals of the places like Amazon and as of this writing, the latter may not be available for purchase or rental yet. So only two of filmmaker Denys Arcand’s works in the series will be evaluated here.)
By Skyler Saunders8 years ago in Geeks
