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“War for the Planet of the Apes” is the APE-x of this series
Nutshell: Literally awe-inspiring. Director Matt Reeves and an incredibly talented group of motion capture and live action performers deliver a meditation on what it means to be human…and how humanity isn’t something you’re born with by simple genetics, but something … Continue reading
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“Spider-Man: Homecoming” slings lots of fun and tons of heart
Nutshell: Another revamp of the Spider-Man story? Yep. And this time it’s a keeper. As a young man with extraordinary powers, Tom Holland’s Peter Parker is definitely a marvel. And this (sorta)solo outing does the character and MCU justice. Welcome … Continue reading
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“The Mummy” – action, monsters, and Tom Cruise
Nutshell: More a “Tom Cruise Action Movie With Monsters In It” than a monster movie starring Tom Cruise. The first act is a rock ’em sock ’em action extravaganza that leads into a very interesting peek at Universal’s “Dark Universe”. … Continue reading
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“Wonder Woman”: the DCEU finally delivers a Wonder-ful superhero movie
Nutshell: Director Patty Jenkins takes the DCEU reins from Zack Snyder, delivering a mighty blow for female superheroes, and single-handedly bringing the franchise back from the brink of death. As Diana Prince, Gal Gadot is a revelation as the fresh-faced … Continue reading
“The Wedding Plan” – an open-hearted story about finding Orthodox love in a non-Orthodox way
Nutshell: With hints of Pride and Prejudice and Muriel’s Wedding, The Wedding Plan is a sweet, quirky, and heartfelt look at women, men, marriage, and faith. Faith in yourself, faith in your family and friends, and faith that everything will … Continue reading
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“Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” gives more awesome and MOAR GROOT
Nutshell: Hey, remember how Guardians of the Galaxy was an amazeballs kickass good time? Well, get ready for more of the same. The gang is a more cohesive unit this go-round, and the set design and FX are a trippy … Continue reading
“Tommy’s Honour” – a golf film that swings for your heart
Nutshell: A bit too light of a touch with Tommy’s backstory starts the film off with a slight handicap, and a lack of character development (as well as golf basics for non-players) often lands the plot in the weeds. But with … Continue reading
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“Their Finest” – a touching historical piece that’s a damn fine movie about making movies
Nutshell: With hints of the charming, hopeful UK propaganda films of WWII, Their Finest can be labeled a comedy, but doesn’t shy away from showing the agonies of wartime Britain. A powerful, sweet, and sometimes heartbreaking comedy. In this instance, yes … Continue reading
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“Gifted”: Evans is a superhero of an uncle in this engaging story
” 3+3? REALLY? What kind of school is this?” Nutshell: A sweet, simple tale of a little girl who is far from simple, but very sweet. Director Marc Webb (500 Days of Summer) and an extremely talented cast elevate this … Continue reading
“Life” – be prepared to have it scared out of you with this suspenseful space story
“This isn’t your buddy.“ Nutshell: Alien meets Gravity in a well thought out, well acted genre film that hits all the right buttons. While I hated the all-but-boilerplate-in-this-genre ending, there’s no denying it’s not necessarily a bad way to send … Continue reading
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