FAMILY
RYAN: This is the new, animated sequel to Rio. It’s a musical and features the vocal talents of Jesse Eisenberg, Anne Hathaway, Andy Garcia, Jamie Foxx, Bruno Mars, Kristin Chenoweth. It’s a fun family film with a great message. NOAH: I thought it was really good and surprised me that it was better than the ..
ACTION
RYAN:Forget about Spring – Summer is here! This is a Summer blockbuster opening in Spring! This movie is so amazing. I was blown away by it. I liked it more than the first Captain America and more than both Thor movies. It’s the smartest plot of any superhero movie. KIM: It really is brilliant. The whole Marvel ..
COMEDY
RYAN: This movie marks the directorial debut of Jason Bateman who has arguably had one of the most enviably careers in Hollywood, when you track him from child star on TV through now. He seamlessly transitioned unlike so many who try and fail. I don’t recall any publicized drama in his lifetime, he looks great, ..
ACTION
RYAN: This is the latest franchise based on a young adult, best selling book series, along the lines of The Hunger Games. I haven’t read the books. We screened this right after interviewing the cast and author on the red carpet at the Chicago premiere (interviews can be seen here) and I loved it. I wanna read ..
FAMILY
RYAN: It’s the sequel to The Muppets and I’ve always been a Muppets fan; love that the franchise is relaunched. Amy Adams and Jason Segel didn’t return, but we have RIcky Gervais, Tina Fey and Ty Burrell. What I love most about it is that it’s a musical and during each number I was smiling. NATHAN: I ..
COMEDY
RYAN: It’s the latest from auteur Wes Anderson whom I’ve never really gotten as a director. I’ve always appreciated his effort and visual expression but the vibe of his movies, while quirky, irked me. Until now! The Grand Budapest Hotel is brilliant. It’s like Wes just worked out all the kinks making his previous films and ..
ACTION
RYAN: I’m thrilled to welcome back my associate Carrie Baker to the site! CARRIE: Hi! It’s so good to be back! RYAN: We luck out when we review films together and have so much fun – you’re like a charm and we’ve struck gold once again. I didn’t expect it! CARRIE: Yes our streak continues. ..
FAMILY
RYAN: I’m glad to be joined by my niece, Gaby, for this review! This is the new 3D animated family adventure film featuring Mr. Peabody & Sherman, characters spun off from the old Rocky & Bullwinkle Show. I wasn’t familiar with them before this and they certain adapt well to modern computer animation. It’s very Indiana Jones meets Sherlock Holmes ..
ACTION
RYAN: I just flew back from LA the morning of this screening, having not slept much, working constantly and I wasn’t really in the mood to see a movie, but I liked this movie inspire of myself! It’s a thrill ride. I loved the performances and it’s as good as any exciting, suspenseful movie on ..
ROMANTIC COMEDY
RYAN: This is a remake of the 1986 rom com starring Rob Lowe and Demi Moore, which I know I saw but barely remember because it was so long ago. But it’s all good because this movie felt fresh and has super high energy. It whips your attention and holds it. I loved this movie ..
DRAMA
RYAN: Winter’s Tale is a new romantic fantasy starring Colin Farrell who’s gorgeous in the movie. I’ve never been attracted to him before but he had a very wen McGregor in Moulin Rouge thing going on here. The whole cast is stellar and it’s a profoundly deep and spiritual movie that makes you believe in the power ..
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RYAN: This is the new remake of RoboCop and since I barely remember the first one, I thought it appropriate to include you, Michael, in this review since you’re an uber-fan of the original. I enjoyed this one because it has a great cast and is a sic-fi, superhero, action movie that raises a lot ..
