Film

HOLLYWOOD—For a movie that totally attempts to sell itself by keeping its biggest secret from being divulged to the audience, “The Disappointments Room” fails to live up to the hype of the big mystery. The movie stars Kate Beckinsale as Dana, a mother who is grappling with the recent death of her baby daughter. In the midst of battling...

HOLLYWOOD—Man there is nothing worse than a movie that is so HYPED that you’re expecting it to deliver some good thrills and drama, but when it falters, it falters so bad it’s hard to even talk about. “When the Bough Breaks” stars Morris Chestnut and Regina Hall as married couple John and Laura Taylor who have been desperately trying...

HOLLYWOOD—It was an epic weekend at the box-office, as Clint Eastwood’s take on revered pilot Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger soared to the top spot this weekend. “Sully” directed by Eastwood and starring Tom Hanks earned $35.5 million during its debut weekend. That is quite impressive for a drama in the first weekend after Labor Day which tends to be...

HOLLYWOOD—Hollywood is known for indulging in all things remakes, reboots or re-interpretations of classics. Unfortunately, their latest outing to reinvent the 1959 classic “Ben-Hur” which won a total of 11 Oscars including Best Picture, Best Director and Best Actor for Charleston Heston, fails to bring new life to a classic. This latest reboot helmed by director Timur Bekmambetov and with...

HOLLYWOOD—I recall seeing the trailer for the movie “Morgan” in theaters and it immediately got my attention, however, that anticipation fails to deliver on SO MANY fronts. What makes this movie so alluring is NOT knowing precisely what or who Morgan is, but when you have TV spots and movie trailers dispelling that allure, the thought of being surprised...

HOLLYWOOD—If you have been looking for a good bellyache, look no further than “Sausage Party.” Yes, the title might be a bit off putting for most people, but push aside the title for a moment to invest in this ‘unique’ perspective on food. This animated feature (WHICH IS ABSOLUTELY NOT FOR KIDS) comes from the minds of Seth Rogen...

HOLLYWOOD—“Morris from America” has some things to love. It’s at times a charming story about growing up, young love, music, and those early experiences that shape us. Unfortunately, script problems plague what could have been a truly great indie flick. The story centers on young, aspiring rapper Morris Gentry (Markees Christmas). He’s adjusting to life in Germany after a move from the...

HOLLYWOOD—"Hell or High Water” is ostensibly the story of a crime spree, but it’s really so much more. In truth, it’s one of the finest anti-westerns I’ve yet scene. Indeed, it’s a tremendously intelligent commentary on the economics, mentality, and culture of both the old and modern west. The plot follows brothers Toby (Chris Pine) and Tanner Howard (Ben Foster)...

HOLLYWOOD—I am an avid fan of horror films; I have been since I was a little kid so when I first got a glimpse of the new flick “Don’t Breathe” I couldn’t wait to see this movie. Be advised, there is a big difference between a horror flick and a thriller in my opinion. Horror tends to have a...

HOLLYWOOD—Comedic actor, Gene Wilder, known for his roles in films like “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” and “Young Frankenstein” passed away on Monday, August 29 at the age of 83. Jordan Walker-Pearlman, a nephew of Wilder’s, said in a statement that Wilder’s death was due to complications of the Alzheimer’s disease. Wilder passed away at his home in Stamford,...