The problem with THE FALL GUY is that it’s not really about the world of stunt performers, and nor does it do enough to truly recognize their contributions to cinema. The opening monologue rewrites what’s classic from the TV series, and the movie (METALSTORM) being made within this movie vaguely hints at it. But unless […]
Author: Ed Sum
FOOD, INC. 2 Review – What’s Changed At The Dining Table
According to US Senate Corey Booker of New Jersey, America’s food system is savagely broken. In the well-meaning documentary, FOOD, INC. 2, viewers are looking at how the industry has changed when the Covid-19 pandemic struck, what’s still wrong with it and how it’s affected the global distribution chain. It’s a loose sequel to the […]
EMMAGEDDON Review – Character Drama & Satire in an Imagined World
EMMAGEDDON is a charming enough film about Emily (Bre Mueck) who dreams about being a hero. But in reality, she just wants to have a better life than the one she has now and the way she throws herself into an imagined world, where she and Emma are the same, can get confusing. Both of […]
My Five Animated Films of 2023
Presented here are my top five favourite animated films of 2023, and they’re listed from best to least. These mini-reviews encapsulate why I think they work. Not only do they represent the best in narrative design but also they are worth seeing time and time again. SPIDER-MAN ACROSS THE SPIDER VERSE This sequel ups the […]
Between CANDY CANE LANE and DOLEMITE IS MY NAME, My Money is on the Latter.
Eddie Murphy’s family friendly films should be a sub-genre in itself. Not only are they thematically similar, but also sometimes offer some payoff that viewers can part with. However, his best movies are those when he’s allowed to be raunchy and off the wall, like DOLEMITE IS MY NAME (2019). But when he has to […]
NOT LET (A)STRAY WITH THIS CANINE COMEDY ON HOME VIDEO
When Reggie (Will Ferrell) is led astray in the adult canine comedy STRAYS, I had to wonder when this Border Terrier will see the light? His master, Doug (Will Forte), is a ne’er-do-well, and he only adopted the dog because his girlfriend at the time adored him. But now that they split up, he should […]
INDIANA JONES AND THE DIAL OF DESTINY – When Life is Like a Bowl of Cherries
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 […]
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 […]