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Kung Fu Panda 3: an adorable dumpling of a film
Caveat: I grew up outside of DC, so I’m programmed to swoon every time I see a panda. It’s a thing. With the internets, my thing is probably your thing too, even if you’re in Jakarta right now. (And if … Continue reading
In Queue Review: When Animals Dream
Nutshell: A horror think piece. Slow to build, but the endgame as to exactly what Marie is is never in doubt, allowing viewers to really sink their teeth into (yeah, I said it) the twists and turns of the tale. … Continue reading
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Tagged Foreign Fims, Horror Movies, In Queue Review, Netflix
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Wayback Review: Fright Night (2011)
Since yesterday’s The Finest Hours pass giveaway had me digging around for director Craig Gillespie earlier work; a re-boot of Fright Night. So enjoy a little bit of retro from the August 2011 archives of Atomic Popcorn! Movie Review — … Continue reading
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Tagged Horror Movies, Movie Reviews, Remakes
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2015: My year in movies. Or, phew — that’s a lot of butt sitting.
Another year, another list of movies that make me feel better about just sitting around watching movies all the time. Quite a crop this year. But I put this together to 1) see what I’ve forgotten about over the past … Continue reading
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Elsewhere Review: “13 Hours” is Bay at his best
As always, clicky for the original piece! Nutshell: Read the title of this post. It’s Bay at his best. Bloody, fantastic, and bloody fantastic. A kickass ensemble cast, whipsmart direction, on-point cinematography and glorious art direction. Ooh-rah! Grade: A 13 … Continue reading
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Tagged Michael Bay, Movie Reviews, War Movies
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“Joy” delivers anything but.
What can I say? I get angry when a film with such promise ends up being a lazy also-ran. As always, clicky for the original piece! TwitView: Joy An interesting premise that stalls upon execution. Saved from complete dreck by … Continue reading
The Big Short: the coolest econ class you’ll ever wanna take
Nutshell: The Big Short deals with the heartbreaking concept of a world financial collapse, and makes it fascinating and at times even funny. While this film pulls no punches, it also educates as it entertains with scenes that break the … Continue reading
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#TheForceAwakens: this is the spoiler-free review you’re looking for
Nutshell: J.J. Abrams keeps the themes so beloved from Episodes IV-VI while keeping things fresh and compelling. Action, suspense, dread, hope…it’s all here. An excellent addition to the Star Wars universe, and a must-see this awards season. Grade: A “Force?” … Continue reading
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Review in a Flash: “In the Heart of the Sea” is a beautiful tale that struggles to stay afloat
It’s Awards Season Onslaught time! So that can mean only one thing; quickie reviews so you (and I) can get out and enjoy the season faster. Feliz Chrismukwanzyulekkah y’all! Nutshell: Chris Hemsworth delivers an incredible, career-changing performance here. Pity the … Continue reading
Victor Frankenstein: what’s scarier, monsters or a man obsessed?
Nutshell: A fascinating look at the friendship/partnership between Victor Frankenstein and his right-hand-man Igor. But this film also shines a light on obsession and its various forms, including a stellar performance by Sherlock‘s Andrew Scott as a driven police officer … Continue reading
