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‘The Soloist’ crumbles under symbolism despite brilliant performances

‘The Soloist’ crumbles under symbolism despite brilliant performances

Instead of saying what The Soloist is, it may be more beneficial to state what it is not. Despite what previews and a long history of projects showcasing the mentally handicapped may sell themselves as, the latest from Atonement director Joe Wright is not inspirational, uplifting and nowhere near memorable. Though the film has taken [...]

April 29 2009 | Posted in Entertainment News | Read More »

Review: ‘Skills Like This’

Review: ‘Skills Like This’

3 stars out of 5

If I could define the main film theme of the ’00s, it would be the presentation of the emptiness of soul. The lack of fulfillment in corporate blah (anti-corporate themes are also as prevalent this decade) and the growing restlessness in mainstream film. It’s snark against the machine. An example [...]

April 25 2009 | Posted in Movie Reviews | Read More »

Review: ‘Ghosts of Girlfriends Past’

Review: ‘Ghosts of Girlfriends Past’

2.5 stars out of 5
One can pretty much guess how this movie is going to unfold based on A) the title and B) just about any picture or trailer you may see from Ghosts of Girlfriends Past. The lead actor plays the stereotypical playboy ensconced in a glamorous profession who is ensconced in beautiful [...]

April 25 2009 | Posted in Movie Reviews | Read More »

Megan Fox to smuggle heroin in ‘The Crossing’

Megan Fox to smuggle heroin in ‘The Crossing’

I’m not going to compare Megan Fox to Paris Hilton. After all, the lovely Ms. Fox was in Transformers. It doesn’t get better than that. Leaning over cars, looking good. Running from giant robots. That’s enough to catapult anybody to stardom, hence why I’m writing an article about Megan Fox. She’s a star. A bonafide [...]

April 20 2009 | Posted in Entertainment News | Read More »

Review: ‘The Soloist’

Review: ‘The Soloist’

3 stars out of 5
Instead of saying what The Soloist is, it may be more beneficial to state what it is not. Despite what previews and a long history of projects showcasing the mentally handicapped may sell themselves as, the latest from Atonement director Joe Wright is not inspirational, uplifting and nowhere near memorable. [...]

April 15 2009 | Posted in Movie Reviews | Read More »

Review: ‘Monsters vs. Aliens’

Review: ‘Monsters vs. Aliens’

2.5 stars out of 5
Let’s get the big question out of the way first. Yes, 3D is awesome and, yeah, Monsters vs. Aliens looks great in this format.
Moving on.
In DreamWorks’ latest cinematic endeavor for all ages, Monsters vs. Aliens works as a retro piece of bubble-gummy goodness of movies past. Complete with Godzilla-esque characters, [...]

April 15 2009 | Posted in Movie Reviews | Read More »

Review: ‘Confessions of a Shopaholic’

Review: ‘Confessions of a Shopaholic’

2.5 stars out of 5
Not nearly as bloated and vapid as the title would indicate, Confessions of a Shopaholic is a Splenda-laced love letter to a country that has had its credit card shredded. An ode to the insatiable beast of American consumption, this comedy comes at exactly the right moment. As our federal [...]

April 15 2009 | Posted in Movie Reviews | Read More »

Review: ‘Coraline’

Review: ‘Coraline’

2 stars out of 5
Let’s get something out the way. Coraline, the latest film from Henry Selick (The Nightmare Before Christmas) is not for kids. Don’t be fooled by the stop-motion animation and quirky images. This fantasy film is creepy, haunting and filled to the brim with macabre themes not suitable for the youngest [...]

April 15 2009 | Posted in Movie Reviews | Read More »

Photos from Stallone’s ‘The Expendables’ released

Photos from Stallone’s ‘The Expendables’ released

Photos from Stallone’s action ensemble film, The Expendables, have been released and all we can say is: I want a butt load more. Capturing Stallone, an explosion, Stone Cold and a ballcap, this action extravaganza stars a bevy of stars and promises to be, at the very least, an enjoyable film. At best? The action [...]

April 14 2009 | Posted in Entertainment News | Read More »

What’s wrong with Robert Pattinson?

What’s wrong with Robert Pattinson?

Reposted from my article on Examiner.com
The world is Robert Pattinson’s oyster. He’s young, good looking and has millions of crazy (not in an endearing way –more like clinically insane) fans who would chop off their feet if it meant having Robby spit on them. Why, you may ask? See below.
The Twilight effect: Inheriting [...]

April 8 2009 | Posted in Adventures in Pop Culture, Editorials | Read More »

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