Baltimore Screening Pass-palooza: “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse”!

Posted on November 28, 2018 by Denise

Here THEY come!  Yep, it’s Spider-Verse time y’all! I’ve got passes for the Baltimore area screening of Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse! Synopsis!

Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, the creative minds behind The Lego Movie and 21 Jump Street, bring their unique talents to a fresh vision of a different Spider-Man Universe, with a groundbreaking visual style that’s the first of its kind.  Spider-Man™: Into the Spider-Verse introduces Brooklyn teen Miles Morales, and the limitless possibilities of the Spider-Verse, where more than one can wear the mask.

Ready? Let’s go!

Continue reading →

Posted in Free Screenings | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Baltimore Screening Pass-palooza: “Mary Queen of Scots”!

Posted on November 26, 2018 by Denise

Ready to get your history on?  Because I’ve got passes for the B’more screening of Mary Queen of Scots!  Synopsis!

MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS is a retelling of the turbulent life of Mary Stuart (Saoirse Ronan), based on the book “Queen of Scots: The True Life of Mary Stuart” by Dr. John Guy. Queen of France at 16, at 18 Mary is widowed, defies pressure to remarry and instead returns to her native Scotland to reclaim her rightful throne. By birth, Mary has a rival claim to the throne of Elizabeth I (Margot Robbie), who rules as England’s Queen. Betrayal, rebellion and conspiracies within each court imperil both Queens–driving them apart, as each woman experiences the bitter cost of power.

Ready? Let’s go!

Continue reading →

Posted in Free Screenings | Tagged , | 3 Comments

“Green Book” mini-review: A Touching, Powerful Tale

Posted on November 20, 2018 by Denise

“Kentucky Fried Chicken! In Kentucky! When’s that ever gonna happen?”

Genre I’d put it in: Quietly Moving Biopics

Remake, Sequel, Based-On, or Original: Based on the real lives of Dr. Donald Shirley and Tony “Lip” Vallelonga. Also based on real Green Books, the AAA for people of color who wanted to travel to the South and be safe. Well, as safe as they could be given the racism of the South. Continue reading →

Posted in Movie Reviews | Tagged , | 1 Comment

TrailerWatch “Once Upon A Deadpool” brings…a family friendly Merc?

Posted on November 19, 2018 by Denise

Well there kiddies. Santa Pool is coming, and he’s bringing a PG-13 version of Deadpool 2. I’m not exactly sure what I’m feeling, but I think I’ll go with hope. There’s new stuff filmed just for this version, much like the scenes filmed for the original Halloween‘s TV run. So, am I the only one hoping the R rated version gets these new scenes too?

Til then? Let’s watch Deadpool and his new bestie Fred Savage reenact the wraparound from The Princess Bride. Whether Fred wants to or not.

Posted in Trailers | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Prize Packs for “Robin Hood”! Want one? Yeah you do!

Posted on November 16, 2018 by Denise

Y’all, I’m so stoked for Robin Hood. Yes, Taron Egerton and Jamie Foxx are cool. But OMGOMGOMG kickass singer/comedian/Renaissance Man Tim Minchin will be Friar Tuck! I love him so, so much. His “White Wine in the Sun” is on my must-listen holiday list. But anyway, Robin Hood. I’ve got stuff for ya!  And it’s really, really good stuff. But first? Synopsis!

Robin of Loxley (Taron Egerton) a war-hardened Crusader and his Moorish commander (Jamie Foxx) mount an audacious revolt against the corrupt English crown in a thrilling action-adventure packed with gritty battlefield exploits, mind-blowing fight choreography, and a timeless romance.

I have THREE PACKS to give away! Wanna know what’s in ’em? Let’s go!

Continue reading →

Posted in Giveaways | Tagged , | 2 Comments

#SpoilerFree “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald” – a sumptuous sophomore slump

Posted on November 15, 2018 by Denise

“I hate Paris.”
“I always wanted to go here!”

Why am I starting with two quotes this go’round? Because like these discordant bits, I’m torn. There’s a part of me that absolutely loves what Grindelwald has done in terms of fleshing out the darker, less kid-friendly parts of the wizarding world. Just like real life, there are dark places where bad things – sometimes very bad things – happen. Individuals get killed because they’re simply in the way. A reflexive reaction had far-reaching consequences. And an adorable little horned lizard-thing gets used. (Stick a pin in that last one.) It feels like real, and while it may not have the same vibe as the Potter series, or even the first Beasts, it’s understandable. Continue reading →

Posted in Movie Reviews | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Columbia Screening Pass-palooza: “Second Act”!

Posted on November 15, 2018 by Denise

Hey, you ready for the December holidays? ME NEITHER. So why not grab yourself some passes for a bit of pre-Chrismakwanzyulekkah fun? Yeah, it’s not close calendar-wise, but I couldn’t help myself. I’ve got passes for Second Act, starring Jennifer Lopez! Synopsis!

SECOND ACT is an inspirational comedy starring Jennifer Lopez as Maya, a 40-year-old woman struggling with frustrations of not having achieved more in life. As an experienced, quickwitted, perceptive employee, she is passed over for a promotion solely because she doesn’t have a college degree. Until, that is, she gets the chance to prove that street smarts are as valuable as book smarts, and that it is never too late for a Second Act.

Let’s go!

Continue reading →

Posted in Free Screenings | Tagged , | 16 Comments

Baltimore’s Christmas Village is coming back – starting this weekend!

Posted on November 14, 2018 by Denise

I love a German Christmas Village. But my passport is out of date. So? I wander to the Inner Harbor to get my gingerbread on.

What, you haven’t heard of the Christmas Village? It’s awesome! I was lucky enough to check it out last year before the grand opening, and I’m not ashamed to say I went back four more times. (What can I say – I love a good currywurst.)

Shopping, music, and of course lots of lovely German feels – can’t go wrong! Plus, this weekend? Totally free! (Okay, so it’s free on weekdays, but typically it’s $5 on the weekends…)

Read what they’ve got to say:

Continue reading →

Posted in Baltimore News | Tagged , | 2 Comments

The Horror! – “Overlord”!

Posted on November 13, 2018 by Denise

Not the gory bloodbath that I’d been “warned” about, but gorehounds will be pleased at the amount of red in this horror tale set during WWII. A story that combines war thriller with body horror in a way that kept my eyes firmly on screen, not wanting to miss a moment.

There’s plenty of suspense as the group of American soldiers try to figure out what’s turning their mission into something much more sinister, thanks to stellar performances by Jovan Adepo as newly minted Private Boyce, Wyatt Russell as Corporal Ford (Kurt’s son does his poppa’s snarl proud) and GoT’s Pilou Asbæk as baddie Wafner. Combined with excellent direction by Julius Avery and stellar cinematography by Laurie Rose and Fabian Wagner, this means Overlord is one helluva fun, engaging ride.

Posted in In Horror, Movie Reviews, The Horror! | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Columbia Screening Pass-palooza: “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindlewald”!

Posted on November 9, 2018 by Denise

Hey fellow Hufflepuffs!  Okay, all y’all.  I’ve got passes for Tuesday night’s advance screening of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald!

Now, either you’re all in or you’r not. So, let’s go get our wizard on! Accio Passes!

What: ADMIT TWO passes for the Columbia, MD screening of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald!
When: Wednesday, November 14
Where: AMC Columbia
Why: NAGINI!
How: Clicky! http://www.wbtickets.com/lVBKa04273

REMEMBER- SEATING FOR SCREENINGS ARE FIRST COME FIRST SERVED AND NOT GUARANTEED. SO GET THERE EARLY TO GET YOURSELF A SEAT.

Good luck, everyone!

Posted in Free Screenings | Tagged , | 16 Comments