The Stephen King novel gets another scary adaptation. It was an ABC two-part miniseries in 1990 and now a big-screen feature film. Our JP, who loves horror, gives us his take on the new film, starring Jaeden Lieberher and Bill Skarsgård. IT (Warner Bros) Directed by Andy Muschietti Produced by Roy…
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A big fan of The Stephen King’s novels, our JP reviews the film adaptation of “The Dark Tower,” starring Idris Elba and Matthew McConaughey. Does the superfan like the film? “THE DARK TOWER” Columbia Pictures Opens: Friday, August 4, 2017 This film has been rated PG-13 by the MPAA for…
Charlize Theron and James McAvoy star in the spy thriller “Atomic Blonde.” Our JP reviews the film that’s directed by David Leitch (“John Wick”). Atomic Blonde Focus Features RATED: R (RESTRICTED – under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian) for sequences of strong violence, language throughout, and some sexuality/nudity. Directed by:…
Our J.P. reviews director Luc Besson’s version of the French science fiction comics series, “Valérian and Laureline.” Previous SIDEWALKS guests Dane DeHaan and Cara Delevingne star in “Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets.” Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets STX Entertainment Directed by Luc Besson…
The training wheels come off for young Spidey, as “Spider-Man: Homecoming” prepares for the coming of a full-fledged hero. Our J.P. reviews the film. “SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING” Columbia Pictures Opens: Friday, July 7, 2017 This film has been rated PG-13 by the MPAA. Directed By Jon Watts Produced By Kevin…
They’re back … for the 5th feature in the blockbuster film series. Our J.P. has his thoughts on “Transformers: The Last Knight,” starring the returning Mark Wahlberg. Transformers: The Last Knight Paramount Pictures Directed by: Michael Bay Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Josh Duhamel, Anthony Hopkins, Laura Haddock, Jerrod Carmichael, Isabela Moner…
Yet another swashbuckling adventure staring the swaggering, drunkard and flamboyant pirate of the high seas Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp). Our J.P. reviews “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales,” the fifth installment of the movie series. PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MEN TELL NO TALES (in Digital 3D)…
Director Ridley Scott returns to the far, dark reaches of space for the terrifying follow-up to “Prometheus.” “Alien: Covenant” 20th Century Fox Directed by Ridley Scott Produced by Ridley Scott, Mark Huffam, Michael Schaefer, David Giler, Walter Hill Screenplay by John Logan, Dante Harper Story by Jack Paglen, Michael Green…
“The Fast and the Furious” franchise continues with its 8th outing. Our J.P. reviews “The Fate of the Furious” starring Vin Diesel, Dwayne Johnson, Jason Statham, Michelle Rodriguez, Kurt Russell and Charlize Theron. THE FATE OF THE FURIOUS (Universal) Rated: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned – Some Material May Be Inappropriate…
“Ghost in the Shell” is a seinen manga series written and illustrated by Masamune Shirow. The Japanese comics have spawned a media franchise that includes animated films, books, video games and now an American film. Our J.P. reviews the Scarlett Johansson-led live-action, Hollywood adaptation. Ghost in the Shell Paramount Pictures…
“Kong: Skull Island” is not like hammy B-movies of ole. 84 years on the big screen, the legendary beast still reigns supreme in the monster movie arena. Our J.P. reviews the Jordan Vogt-Roberts that stars Tom Hiddleston, Samuel L. Jackson, John Goodman and Brie Larson. KONG: SKULL ISLAND Warner Bros.…
Is this finally the end of Hugh Jackman playing Wolverine? After nine films for the last 17 years, our previous SIDEWALKS guest plays his best known part in the solo outing, “Logan.” Our J.P. reviews the film. LOGAN (20th Century Fox) Release: March 3, 2017 Director: James Mangold Produced ByHutch…
In 2006, Vin Diesel announced that he would be returning as Xander Cage in a second sequel. Finally, after years of changing film studios, directors and production schedules, “xXx: Return of Xander Cage” is finally here and our J.P. has his review. xXx: Return of Xander Cage Paramount Pictures Director:…
Our own Lori is a big “Harry Potter” fan. She was nervous about a prequel film, “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.” Find out if she likes the film. What about you? Did you like the film? “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” Directed by David Yates Produced…
Following “Batman v Superman,” DC releases the next chapter with the villains as the leads. Our J.P. reviews “Suicide Squad,” starring Will Smith, Jared Leto, Margot Robbie, and Viola Davis. SUICIDE SQUAD Warner Bros. Pictures Released: Friday, August 5, 2016 MPAA Rating: PG-13 for “sequences of violence and action throughout,…
“Who are you going call?” Maybe the new “Ghostbusters.” Our JP, a diehard fan of the original film, gives us his thoughts on the reboot featuring an all-female cast. “GHOSTBUSTERS” Columbia Pictures Released Date: Friday, July 15, 2016 Rated: PG-13 by the MPAA. Running Time: 108 minutes Directed by Paul…