Crazy Rich Asians takes standard rom-com tropes (boy meets girl; they fall in love; she meets the parents; the parents disapprove) and filters them through Asian and Asian-American perspectives. Not only does it work, it’s almost perfect.
Tag: Warner Bros. Pictures
The Meg – Not a Bruce!
In interviews director Jon Turteltaub has let it be known that his goal was to make the second-best shark movie eve (because Jaws). Unfortunately, The Meg ain’t no Bruce.
First Look: CreedII!
MGM and Warner Bros. have released two first look photos above and below) from Creed II – in which Adonis Creed will fight Viktor Drag – the son of Ivan Drago, the man who killed his father in the ring in Rocky IV. Creed II will open on Wednesday, November 21st. In Theaters Wednesday, November […]
Comic-Con 2018: Everyone Is Scared of Something Trailer: Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald!
Comic-Con 2018 was the host to the unveiling of the trailer for the second Newt Scamander adventure – Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald. Moments of impact: Grindelwald asking if Dumbledore would mourn Newt; ‘Muggles are not lesser,’ and learning Newt’s greatest fear (but I’m just glad Jacob is back!). Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of […]
CHOMP! TRAILER: THE MEG!
The trailer for the movie adaptation of Steve Alten’s best-selling novel, The Meg, has been released and it looks pretty scary (the Meg is a megalodon – a prehistoric shark that could swallow a good-sized human being whole). The Meg has a terrific cast – Jason Statham, Ruby Rose, Rainn Wilson, Robert Taylor, Masi Oka […]
Ready Player One Is A Great Popcorn Movie!
In a dystopian future, most people try to escape their pitiful real lives by entering a cyberworld called The OASIS. When the OASIS’ creator dies, he sets in motion an Easter egg hunt with the winner gaining his fortune and complete control of the OASIS. Wade Watts (Tye Sheridan) and four fellow gunters (Easter egg […]
12 Strong: The Green Berets for This Generation!
12 Strong (based on the book Horse Soldiers, a vastly superior title) is The Green Berets for today (that is not a compliment) – with Chris Hemsworth starring as John Wayne.
Open The Tomb Trailer: Lara Croft!
The new Tomb Raider trailer is filled with action and a lot of new footage. Plus, more Walton Goggins (the guy is everywhere!) – and archer Lara! Tomb Raider opens on March 16th. The IMAX ticket will be worth it.
Paddington 2: A Charm Offensive To Bring Smiles to All Ages!
If the quality could be maintained, it would be lovely to open each new movie year with a Paddington movie Paddington 2 brings the same sharpness of detail, sense of whimsy, and whiff of danger that made Paddington a global hit.
Mommy’s Special Work Trip Trailer: Ocean’s 8!
Anything Danny Ocean can do, Debbie Ocean can do better – and with a smaller crew. Ocean’s 8 opens on June 8, 2018.
NYCC 2017 – We Have to Go Trailer: Justice League!
Earlier today, Warner Bros. dropped the final trailer for Justice League. It still has the kind of ponderous feel of a Zack Snyder film, but is leavened with some very potent humor (personally, I’m going to see Justice League for Aquaman’s somewhat flip attitude and zest for battle, alongside The Flash’s geeky awe and enthusiasm). […]