Warrior woman loses the battle (★★ Directed by Robert Schwentke. With so few female-lead action films around, and having been pleasantly surprised by the first film in the series, I looked forward to Insurgent, part 2 of the Divergent trilogy, with some anticipation. Sadly – because it’s always sad when potential is squandered – this … More REVIEW: Divergent
No monument to a great story (★★, Directed by George Clooney) Hollywood is full of stars who think they deserve two bites at the creativity cherry. Actors who sing, models who act, singers who front multimillion dollar box office flops, repeatedly – It’s a little greedy. One group that usually gets a pass though … More REVIEWS: The Monuments Men
Utu Redux (1983/2013, Directed by Geoff Murphy) ★★★★★ It’s not often a Kiwi classic is dusted off and reissued for a new generation of film lovers to appreciate. With themes of race, revenge and retribution, Utu belongs to a time when Kiwi film wasn’t shy of delving into the dark recesses of our culture and … More Three Second Review: Utu Redux
Thor 2 belongs to Loki, or should that be Loki 3 belongs to Loki? Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Anthony Hopkins, Rene Russo, Idris Elba, Christopher Eccleston and Tom Hiddleston. Directed by Alan Taylor. Written by Christopher Markus, Stephen McFeely and Christopher Yost. Action, adventure, fantasy. 1hr 52mins. M for violence. 3D. ★★★.5 stars When … More Limp start gives way to mighty finish
3SR: Now You See Me escapes mediocrity with some deft slight of hand and excellent misdirection by a stellar cast. Now You See Me Starring: Jesse Eisenberg, Mark Ruffalo, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, Melanie Laurent and Dave Franco. Directed by Louis Leterrier. Written by Ed Solomon, Boaz Yakin and Edward Ricourt. Thriller, 1hr 55mins. Rated … More Brassy caper on the shallow side
3SR: Hollywood proves there’s life in the undead genre yet, with this thrilling, yet well worn, zombie tale. Word War Z Starring: Brad Pitt, Mireille Enos, James Badge Dale. Directed by Marc Forster Written by Matthew Carnahan Horror, action. 116 minutes. Rated M, violence – offensive language and horror. *** Zombie holocaust extravaganza, World War … More Life in the undead yet
3SR: The Lone Ranger is a perfect example of why diversity in all industries is vital – because without it White Middle Class Guys drowning in their own senses of entitlement and privilege thought it was OK to make this film. Starring: Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, Ruth Wilson, Tom Wilkinson, Barry Pepper, William Fichtner and Armie Hammer. Directed by Gore … More Not on my watch, kemosabe
3SR: Perfect script meets perfect cast meets ultimate finale to a much loved franchise. RDJ proves Tony Stark is Iron Man to the core. Iron Man 3 Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Guy Pearce, Don Cheadle, Gwyneth Paltrow,Paul Bettany, Rebecca Hall, Ben Kingsley, Jon Favreau Directed by Shane Black Written by Shane Black, Drew Pearce (based on characters created by Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, Don Heck and … More Jaded Stark is Superlative
3SR: The return of the greatest underdog ever. Stallone proves he’s stil got plenty of heft in that swing. Rocky Balboa (2007) Directed by: Sylvester Stallone (Rocky 2, 3 & 4) Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Burt Young, Milo Ventimiglia, Antonio Tarver, Talia Shire Action, Drama, Sport, Running Time: 1:42, Rated: M, contains medium level violence ****1/2 When a … More Eye of the Tiger
3SR: Raimi gives a first class lesson in how to screw up a franchise in little under three hours. Weird, disjointed and full of unusual choices. Spider-man 3 Starring: Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst, James Franco, and Topher Grace Directed by Sam Raimi Written by Alvin Sargent Action, Adaptation, Adventure, Superhero. 2hr 19mins. M: contains fantasy violence ** My bro got our tickets … More My Chemical Spidey
