Tag: review

  • The Lion King (2019) – A Movie Review

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    This new photo-realistic version of The Lion King is both exhilarating and redundant. It’s a visual feast in that everything looks absolutely real. My understanding is that this film is almost entirely CGI, yet the animals, the environment–all of it–looks not only real, but also rooted in reality. You see labored breathing, you see real…

  • Batman: White Knight by Sean Murphy – A Graphic Novel Review

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    I’ve read a lot of Batman stories in my day, but I’ve never experienced anything quite like Batman: White Knight. Published under the DC: Black Label imprint aimed at more mature audiences, Batman: White Knight is a stand-alone collection that exists outside of regular Batman continuity.  Because of this, anything can happen.  Even so, for…

  • Toy Story 4 – A Movie Review

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    Yesterday, I think you would have been justified to feel that Toy Story 4 is largely unnecessary.  After all, Toy Story 3 ended just about perfectly. However, if you happened to watch the Toy Story Toons shorts, you know that Woody and the gang embarked upon a whole new set of adventures with young Bonnie. …

  • Star Wars: Master & Apprentice by Claudia Gray – A Book Review

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    Star Wars: Master & Apprentice is a new book written by Claudia Gray.  It features Qui-Gon Jinn and his relatively recently appointed Padawan, Obi-Wan Kenobi.  As you’ve probably guessed, it takes place before Star Wars: The Phantom Menace. I looked forward to reading this book for two reasons.  The first is that Qui-Gon Jinn is…

  • X-Men: Dark Phoenix – A Movie Review

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    Scott William Foley
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    I just go out of X-Men: Dark Phoenix, and I’ve got some good news for you – it’s not that bad! Sure, that’s not a huge compliment, but, to be honest, I expected it to be terrible.  Why did I have such dire expectations?  First of all, the constant delays in release is never a…

  • Aladdin (2019) – A Movie Review

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    Scott William Foley
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    I’m 42 years old, so I was in high school when the original Aladdin debuted.  I enjoyed it, especially the Robin Williams performance, but I didn’t consider it a masterpiece nor do I to this day.  Fun?  Absolutely?  Great music?  You bet.  A holy artifact that should remain untouched for the rest of time?  No. …

  • Avengers: Endgame – A Spoiler-Free Movie Review

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    Scott William Foley
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    I solemnly vow not to spoil any plot points or revelations for you in this movie review.  I will only say this: it was worth the wait. Avengers: Endgame exceeded my expectations.  Though it’s very, very long, it moves quickly, and there’s virtually no wasted time.  Every single minute of this movie counts.  It’s a…

  • Shazam! – A Movie Review

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    If you’re looking for a family-friendly entry to the cinematic DC universe, Shazam! is your ticket!  Lighthearted, funny, and full of positive messages, this film will appeal to kids and adults alike. That being said, I didn’t think it was all that great. Let me explain why. First of all, I would like to say…

  • Triple Frontier – A Movie Review

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    Scott William Foley
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    Triple Frontier is an action-packed film that kept me both anxious and very entertained. The premise is that Oscar Isaac’s character is working as a security contractor who trains foreign armies and police.  He’s been after a particular drug lord for quite a while, but can never quite pin him down.  Ben Affleck, Charlie Hunnam,…

  • Velvet Buzzsaw – A Movie Review

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    If you’re looking for a gloriously weird movie that’s a little funny, a little scary, a little tongue-in-cheek, and a little masterful, check out the Netflix original film called Velvet Buzzsaw. Jake Gyllenhaal plays Morf Vandewalt, a prestigious art critic with the world at his feet.  He’s in love with Josephina, played by Zawe Ashton. …