Category Archives: Movie Reviews

X-Men: Apocalypse

Posted on May 10, 2016 by Denise

Nutshell: strong start, strong finish, but a wobbly middle shored up by character shout outs for longtime fans, and a few fun surprises. Casual viewers may enjoy the mind-blowing FX, but fans will wish for more than a tip of … Continue reading →

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Captain America: Civil War is the Marvel throwdown we’ve been waiting for

Posted on May 5, 2016 by Denise

Nutshell: If you’re an MCU fan, you know you’re gonna see this, but wanna know if it’s actually any good. IT’S BETTER. If you’re not an MCU fan and wanna know if you should see it? There’s plenty of amazing … Continue reading →

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Review in a Flash: “Keanu”

Posted on April 29, 2016 by Denise

Sometimes I’m too lazy for a full-out piece. Sometimes everything I’ve got to say about a film can be summarized in a sentence or two. Sometimes it’s both. So herewith, a quick-n-dirty on Key & Peele’s first foray into filmness, … Continue reading →

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“Mother’s Day” – sweet, easily digestible fluff. Probably better than waffles from a 3-year-old.

Posted on April 29, 2016 by Denise

Nutshell***: A whole lot funnier – and, surprisingly, sweeter – than I anticipated.  Then again, I anticipated sheer, unadulterated crap.  Director Gary Marshall manages to take what could have been a hideous train wreck of sap and turns it into … Continue reading →

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“Sing Street” nails John Carney’s musical movies hat-trick

Posted on April 29, 2016 by Denise

“No woman can love a man who listens to Phil Collins.” Nutshell: Am I using “hat trick” improperly?  (GO SPORTS)  Oh who cares – Carney’s success with Once and Begin Again flows into Sing Street, creating a nostalgic look back … Continue reading →

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Short Film, Short Review: Already Dead

Posted on April 24, 2016 by Denise

Who wants to read a review that’s longer than the film? Nobody, that’s who. So here’s my take on a short film that will get you primed to see it, or prepped to pass on it. Herewith, Already Dead! “We’re … Continue reading →

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“Winter’s War”: hot performances, cold story

Posted on April 22, 2016 by Denise

“And you thought this was just a game.” Nutshell: a sequel that feels like a sincere attempt that devolved into a cash-grab.  Outstanding performances and gorgeous visuals can’t save a story that doesn’t know what to do with itself.  But … Continue reading →

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Elsewhere Review: Everybody Wants Some!!

Posted on April 15, 2016 by Denise

As always, clicky the title below for the original piece! Movie Review: Everybody Wants Some!! “I know what we’re doing here.  We’re playing baseball.  What are all these other people doing here?” Liked Dazed and Confused, with it’s ensemble cast … Continue reading →

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“The Jungle Book” breathes new life into an animated classic

Posted on April 15, 2016 by Denise

Nutshell: astounding CGI, motion capture and first-class voice acting breathes new life into this live-action remake of Disney’s animated classic.  Much darker than the original, The Jungle Book is nonetheless entertaining, blending touching moments with action that will keep kids … Continue reading →

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Short Film, Short Review: Test

Posted on April 5, 2016 by Denise

Who wants to read a review that’s longer than the film?  Nobody, that’s who.  So here’s my take on a short film that will get you primed to see it, or prepped to pass on it. Herewith, Test! “Come.” We, … Continue reading →

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