This year’s bunch of films for the blockbuster season isn’t a huge success that it should be post-pandemic. And despite a few recent box office flops than success, fans wanting to see INDIANA JONES AND THE DIAL OF DESTINY will at least get their money’s worth of thrills. Mads Mikkelsen is delightfully nasty in this […]
Author: Ed Sum
THE FLASH Review – Too Far Gone
The only reason I went to see THE FLASH movie is to enjoy witnessing the return of Michael Keaton as Bruce Wayne aka Batman. The music and the Tim Burton touch is everywhere when he’s gracing the screen and I wanted to watch those movies and first animated series again! There’s also Sasha Calle as […]
GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 3 Review – There’s Scary Moments to Shiver To
Although just how much time has passed between GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY films (and other appearances) isn’t too much of a concern in volume three. The story that’s presented continues from where AVENGERS: ENDGAME left off, where an alt-universe version of Gamora (Zoe Saldaña) appeared, and she hates Quill (Chris Pratt). That’s when Starlord’s downward […]
A Dungeon Master’s Guide to the many Dungeons & Dragons Films
Contributor Ed Sum takes a look at D&D Film History, from the 2000 Movie to the recently released 2023’s Honor Among Thieves, now in cinemas. Although some fans of role playing games say DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS: HONOR AMONG THIEVES is a critical hit, there are nuances which make me think otherwise. Hot air balloons didn’t […]
BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER Review from Ed’s Comic Book Reading Perspective
Some recall of the past Marvel Cinematic films is required to truly appreciate what BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER means. While I’m glad writer and director Ryan Coogler is back to ensure consistency with what this world represents, I’m sad Chadwick Boseman, the leading man who played the titular hero, passed away before production even began. I […]
GHOSTER Review: Ready for Halloween?
To say that Lionsgate’s GHOSTER is merely a clone of the movie CASPER THE FRIENDLY GHOST is accurate. Writers Nick Pollack (screenplay), Jerome Reygner-Kalfon and Sebastien Semon don’t even try to hide the fact. Although they changed the spirit’s origin story to make the premise different, I was curious because I can’t pass up a […]
BLACK ADAM Review – So Very, Very Tired
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson should really stick to appearing in family friendly comedies instead of trying to smash his way to comic book movie stardom. This massive talent is great when a decent script is given to him. When he can demonstrate he can laugh, cry and be genuine, he shines. In BLACK ADAM, all […]
THE MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU Review – Expanding Horizons
MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU is the perfect prequel to the DESPICABLE ME movies. Here, the Minions are the star again, and it picks up from where the last film left off, where they say sayonara to one supervillain for another. They’re trying to prove to their new mini boss, Felonius Gru (Steve Carell) they […]
Baz Lhurman’s ELVIS Review – He’s All Shook Up
We’re not supposed to know everything that helped ELVIS (played by Austin Butler) become the talent that he is in Baz Luhrmann’s film. This filmmaker’s biopic examines his relationship with Colonel Tom Parker (Tom Hanks) foremost. This manager guided the young adult to become the king. In regards to his claim of killing Elvis, my […]
THE BATMAN – A Comic Book Reader’s Editorial
Not everyone knows Matt Reeves’ version of THE BATMAN takes inspiration from several comic book story arcs. Avid followers of the printed and animated takes will recognize elements from THE LONG HALLOWEEN, YEAR ONE, EGO, and ZERO YEAR and I’ll be looking at this live-action film the point of view of a reader who enjoyed […]
FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE SECRET OF DUMBLEDORE Review – Only the Faithful Are There
FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE SECRETS OF DUMBLEDORE continues the story that the last movie, THE CRIMES OF GRINDELWALD, ended at. For people who’ve forgotten key points, the first act nicely gets viewers back up to speed. I really needed it since the last film was so forgettable. I didn’t remember much from it other than that […]
When There’s Nothing to Reinvent, It’s CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN to Remake
Disney’s remake of CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN is almost impossible to watch because it’s rather uninspired and simply copies key moments of the 2003 film instead of offering a different story. This product has the feel of Disney wanting to scrub the Fox name off many properties that they are now managing. With no other reason […]
Ten Underdogs to Check Out in 2022
Genre films are the staple of many lists of anticipated films for the new year, and not everyone is keen on seeing them. More often than not, documentaries are overlooked and what I offer are releases designed more to enlighten than to entertain. Another thought I had in mind when putting together this catalogue is […]
BEING THE RICARDOS Review – Never Say It Was Easy
Lucille Ball was more than just a comedian, studio executive, and producer. To remain a starlet on the big screen is tough, so she turned to producing and being involved in every part of the development process of a successful sitcom. Even today, not many talents are as beloved as this actress–who passed away in […]
THE REAL CHARLIE CHAPLIN Review – Getting To Know The Tramp & Tribulations
Showtime’s attempt to reveal who Chaplin is in THE REAL CHARLIE CHAPLIN is terrific. Not only do we get to know more about the boy facing problems as his family was falling apart, but also we get a sense of how that strengthened him, for better or worse. Chaplin Senior abandoned his child and wife. […]