By Mark Saldana I had an incredible year at the cinema this year. 2014 proved to be a year filled lots of great films of different varieties, but it seemed like it was the year of the biting satires. In addition to my routine trips to the theater for the new releases, I had the… Continue reading 2014: A Year In Review
Month: December 2014
Spanish Review: BIG EYES
Por Liz López Rating B+ La vida que las mujeres tenemos ahora en día es mucho mas diferente de la que pasaron las mujeres de la década 1950. Algunas cosas han cambiando radicalmente, y algunas todavía continúan de cierta forma. En el largometraje Big Eyes, llegamos a conocer la vida de Margaret (Amy Adams) que… Continue reading Spanish Review: BIG EYES
Spanish Review: INTO THE WOODS
Por Liz López Rating B Hay varias películas que se estrenan el jueves, 25 de diciembre cuando la mayoría de gente está feliz entre familias con fiestas o algún tipo de celebración durante la temporada de los días festivos. Hay un par de obras que son excelentes, pero no necesariamente las que recomendó para familias… Continue reading Spanish Review: INTO THE WOODS
Spanish Review: THE IMITATION GAME
Por Liz López Rating A ¿En algun tiempo se ha puesto a pensar que fue lo que inicio la tecnología de hoy en dia o las raíces de las computadoras que nos rodean en casi todo momento de nuestras vidas? Como ahora estamos saturados con todo tipo de tecnología es fácil de no tomar esto… Continue reading Spanish Review: THE IMITATION GAME
Review: THE GAMBLER
By Mark Saldana Rating: 2.5 (Out of 4 Stars) This sometimes thrilling and engaging remake of the 1974 movie does have some interesting differences from the original film. It has some bewildering changes as well. The 1974 Gambler movie, which stars James Caan, was written by James Toback who based the story on his experiences… Continue reading Review: THE GAMBLER
Review: UNBROKEN
By Mark Saldana Rating: 3 (Out of 4 Stars) For certain, Louis Lamperini’s story is a compelling, moving, and inspiring one. However, as a fascinating a story it is, the film adaptation of Lamperini’s experiences before and during World War II covers material that is all too familiar and does so working all of the… Continue reading Review: UNBROKEN
Review: BIG EYES
By Mark Saldana Rating: 3.5 (Out of 4 Stars) It’s not usually in Tim Burton’s nature to be subtle with the visuals in his films. In his cinematic universe, colors, characters and set designs often get exaggerated for better or worse. What makes his latest film so refreshing is the fact that he has decided… Continue reading Review: BIG EYES
Review: INTO THE WOODS
By Mark Saldana Rating: 3.5 (Out of 4 Stars) Rob Marshall is definitely the go-to director for movie musical adaptations. With TV musicals such as Cinderella and Annie and theatrical films Chicago and Nine, Marshall has proven that he can present stage shows beautifully and with much flair and style. His latest adaptation is Stephen… Continue reading Review: INTO THE WOODS
Review: THE IMITATION GAME
By Mark Saldana Rating: 4 (Out of 4 Stars) Based on the true story of Alan Turing and his top secret work for the British government during World War II, this extraordinary film not only gives audiences insight into the brilliant mind of Turing, but also reveals his tormented personal life. Adapted from Andrew Hodges’… Continue reading Review: THE IMITATION GAME
Spanish Review: UNBROKEN
Por Liz López Rating A+ La Segunda Guerra Mundial ha sido una fuente de historias de miles de personas, ambos sobrevivientes y a los que los perdimos a través del máximo sacrificio como militar. Solo en este otoño se lanzan tres largometrajes basado en historias que inspiran a los autores crear un guion, sea original… Continue reading Spanish Review: UNBROKEN