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‘Early Man’ Review

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“Early Man” is the fifth stop-motion feature from iconic British animation studio Aardman. It also marks the triumphant directorial return of Nick Park, the creator of Wallace & Gromit and Oscar-winner for the duo’s 2005 film, “The Curse of the Were-Rabbit”. “Early Man” is packed with Aardman’s trademark comedic style. But with each of their […]
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‘The 15:17 to Paris’ Review

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I am convinced that Clint Eastwood did not direct “The 15:17 to Paris”. Somebody named Cliff Eastwood or Clint Eastman – maybe. But not the four-time Oscar-winning director and all-time movie icon. This is the same man who gave us the incredible “American Sniper” just 3 years ago – and the honorable, well-crafted “Sully” less […]
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‘2018 Oscar Nominated Animated Short Films’ Review

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The 2018 Oscar Nominated Animated Short Films are packed with bold visuals and lots of star power. Who’s the favorite? For a change –  it’s anybody’s game. “Dear Basketball” is directed by legendary Disney animator Glen Keane, and it’s written and narrated by former NBA great Kobe Bryant, who describes his love of the sport […]
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‘Winchester’ Review

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When I heard that Helen Mirren was starring in a horror film, I thought: she’s either doing this for the money or this could be a rare horror hit aimed at an older audience. After seeing “Winchester” it’s now clear what her motivation was for taking this role. Set in 1906 in San Jose, California, […]
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‘Maze Runner: The Death Cure’ Review

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The “Maze Runner” trilogy, based on the popular book series, began in 2014. Sequel “The Scorch Trials” was released in 2015. And now we finally get this third and final chapter – “Maze Runner: The Death Cure” – the delay in part because star Dylan O’Brien was seriously injured on set early on in production […]
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‘Hostiles’ Review

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Scott Cooper continues to be one of the most fascinating, under-the-radar directors working today. Following his moving music drama “Crazy Heart” (which earned Jeff Bridges an Oscar), the gritty “Out of the Furnace” (with Christian Bale and Woody Harrelson) and “Black Mass” (starring Johnny Depp as gangster Whitey Bulger) Cooper now takes-on a genre that’s […]
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’12 Strong’ Review

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At one point in “12 Strong”, Michael Shannon’s character says, “It’s a hell of a thing we do. How do you leave your family and go to war?” It’s an honest, but simplistic line – and that kind of sums up this well-intentioned but all too familiar film. “12 Strong” tells the true, declassified story […]
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‘Mary and The Witch’s Flower’ Review

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“Mary and The Witch’s Flower” is the latest anime feature from director Hiromasa Yonebayashi (“The Secret World of Arrietty”, “When Marnie Was There”). It’s based on the 1971 Children’s novel The Little Broomstick, by late author Mary Stewart. This film adaptation is a fantastical adventure filled with spirit. Young Mary moves into the English countryside […]
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‘Paddington 2’ Review

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2014’s “Paddington” was a genuine surprise. The film adaptation of the iconic books about the lovable bear from the jungles of Peru had depth, heart and a fresh filmmaking style from writer/director Paul King. “Paddington 2” is a similar yet very different sequel – that hits nearly all the same marks. Paddington (again voiced by […]
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‘The Commuter’ Review

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At 65, Liam Neeson is still kicking ass. “The Commuter” is Neeson’s latest action/thriller and his fourth collaboration with director Jaume Collet-Serra. Their previous films involved Neeson dealing with an identity crisis (“Unknown”), an airplane takeover (“Non-Stop”), and a mob boss friend turned enemy (“Run All Night”). This time, Neeson’s ex-cop turned life insurance salesman […]
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