Mud is a movie that has gotten little recognition and has flown under the radar. But it is one of those hidden gems in Hollywood that don't rely on glitz and glamor or lean on the fame a star's name to draw movie-goers into their doors. Instead, this is a movie that heavily relies on storytelling and the actual ability of its actors to convey the story. For those qualities alone, it stands out from the rest of the glitzy, high-priced junk that is currently infiltrating Hollywood.
The movie is about two boys in the backwoods of Mississippi. As they
The Great Gatsby — A New Take on an Old Classic
by R. Carnavale May 22nd, 2013 | Drama, Movie Reviews
Baz Luhrmann took on the challenge of revitalizing and modernizing The Great Gatsby to be relevant for today’s audience, and he succeeds with flying colors. Gatsby is one of the most enthralling two-and-a-half hours of film ever to reach theaters and, at times, it even manages to surpass F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic book. Luhrmann’s film demonstrates how a classic can be brought into the modern era, if handled correctly.
The plot, if you’ve not yet read the flapper-era book, is a classic tale of heartbreak and the desire to triumph over insurmountable odds. Jay Gatsby (Leonardo DiCaprio) grows up poor,
The plot, if you’ve not yet read the flapper-era book, is a classic tale of heartbreak and the desire to triumph over insurmountable odds. Jay Gatsby (Leonardo DiCaprio) grows up poor,
Star Trek Into Darkness
by Ronald A. Rowe May 21st, 2013 | Movie Reviews, Sci-Fi
Star Trek Into Darkness is a strange hybrid of a movie. Unlike its predecessor, which was extremely accessible to a general audience, Star Trek Into Darkness is a Star Trek movie for Star Trek fans. Full enjoyment of the film requires at least a passing knowledge and appreciation of the classic Star Trek II: the Wrath of Kahn.
Star Trek Into Darkness is so replete with references to, winks at, and juxtapositions against Star Trek II that it is hard for this Trekker to evaluate it apart from its inspiration. If you are a fan of the original series and
Star Trek Into Darkness is so replete with references to, winks at, and juxtapositions against Star Trek II that it is hard for this Trekker to evaluate it apart from its inspiration. If you are a fan of the original series and
To Shelley and Back
by James Maynard May 17th, 2013 | Movie Reviews
The Frankenstein Theory is a new story from the classic legend, brought into modern times. In this telling, the monster is real (and near-immortal), living in the frigid wastes of northernmost Canada, and he is the subject of scrutiny.
Professor John Venkenheim (Kris Lemche, Final Destination 3) has spent his life pursuing the idea that the Frankenstein legend was, in fact, true, and that the creature is likely still alive somewhere. By the beginning of the film, the professor believes he has collected enough evidence to suggest that the creature has made its home in the frozen tundra up north.
Venkenheim
Professor John Venkenheim (Kris Lemche, Final Destination 3) has spent his life pursuing the idea that the Frankenstein legend was, in fact, true, and that the creature is likely still alive somewhere. By the beginning of the film, the professor believes he has collected enough evidence to suggest that the creature has made its home in the frozen tundra up north.
Venkenheim
Dolphins and Whales 3D
by T Akery May 15th, 2013 | Family
Dolphins and Whales 3D: Tribes of the Ocean is a movie that you will find at your local planetarium. You will need to check the dates and times for your local planetarium to find out when this movie is playing. It is playing in the IMAX theater.
This is a soft story about some of the biggest creatures on Earth. The opening sequence after the title is very breathtaking. It is close up as most of us will ever come to these magnificent creatures. The first whale featured is the enormous blue whale.
One of the things the movie makes abundantly
This is a soft story about some of the biggest creatures on Earth. The opening sequence after the title is very breathtaking. It is close up as most of us will ever come to these magnificent creatures. The first whale featured is the enormous blue whale.
One of the things the movie makes abundantly