By Renee’ Collins Rating: 4 (Out of 5 Reels) This documentary chronicles the life of the ruby slippers after filming The Wizard of Oz one of the most popular films of all time. Turns out they were boxed up, stored on the back lot and found decades later by prop master Kent Warner. Interestingly enough… Continue reading SXSW Film 2016 Review: THE SLIPPERS
Month: May 2016
SXSW Film 2016 Review: THE LIBERATORS
By Renee’ Collins Rating: 4.5 (Out of 5 Reels) The Monuments Men by George Clooney is a mainstream film that delves into what happened to art in Europe during and after World War II. Adolf Hitler waged an all-out war on art because at his command enormous amounts were destroyed. High ranking Nazi officers took… Continue reading SXSW Film 2016 Review: THE LIBERATORS
Teaser Trailer: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Source: Walt Disney Studios Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” is a live-action re-telling of the studio’s animated classic which refashions the classic characters from the tale as old as time for a contemporary audience, staying true to the original music while updating the score with several new songs. “Beauty and the Beast” is the fantastic… Continue reading Teaser Trailer: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Movie Trailer: NINE LIVES
Source: EuropaCorp Tom Brand (Kevin Spacey) is a daredevil billionaire at the top of his game. His eponymous company FireBrand is nearing completion on its greatest achievement to date – the tallest skyscraper in the northern hemisphere. But Tom’s workaholic lifestyle has disconnected him from his family, particularly his beautiful wife Lara (Jennifer Garner) and… Continue reading Movie Trailer: NINE LIVES
Movie Teaser Trailer: MORGAN
Source: 20th Century Fox A corporate troubleshooter (Kate Mara) is sent to a remote, top-secret location, where she is to investigate and evaluate a terrifying accident. She learns the event was triggered by a seemingly innocent “human,” who presents a mystery of both infinite promise and incalculable danger. MORGAN Official Channels OFFICIAL WEBSITE: WhatIsMorgan.com FACEBOOK:… Continue reading Movie Teaser Trailer: MORGAN
Screening Pass Giveaway: POPSTAR: NEVER STOP NEVER STOPPING
Source: Universal Pictures TVR is giving readers a chance to win a complimentary pass to see a special advance screening on Tuesday, May 31 at 7:30 p.m. For a chance to win a pass (admit 2), e-mail Trueviewreviews2@gmail.com and in the Subject line of your e-mail, please note “POPSTAR: NEVER STOP NEVER STOPPING in Austin”. A limited… Continue reading Screening Pass Giveaway: POPSTAR: NEVER STOP NEVER STOPPING
Review: A BIGGER SPLASH
By Liz Lopez Rating: B – A Bigger Splash, by the Italian director Luca Guadagnino (I Am Love), is set on the Mediterranean island of Pantelleria, and is a remake of a 1969 French thriller. Tilda Swinton (I Am Love, Only Lovers Left Alive) stars as Marianne Lane, a rock star recovering from recent throat… Continue reading Review: A BIGGER SPLASH
Review: THE NICE GUYS
By Laurie Coker Rating: A Nice Guys can finish first when it comes to guys like Russell Crowe and Ryan Gosling in particular. Their new buddy film works on a variety of entertaining levels because of their delightful onscreen chemistry, excellent comedic timing and an excellent ensemble cast. Co-writer/director Shane Black’s perfect 1977 period piece… Continue reading Review: THE NICE GUYS
Review: THE ANGRY BIRDS MOVIE
By Laurie Coker Rating: D+/C- An all-star voice cast leads the charge in The Angry Birds Movie, based on the popular app game of the same name. For years, Angry Birds has challenged young and old alike. Birds of various shapes, sizes and hues are sling-shot with a drag and release of a single finger… Continue reading Review: THE ANGRY BIRDS MOVIE
Review: Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising
By Laurie Coker Rating: C+ Nothing about Neighbors warranted me wanting to see the second installment, Neighbors 2, but because I am part of a couple and he “likes this kind of movie,” I went grudgingly to the screening. Two years after the first, Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising catches us up with Mac and Kelly… Continue reading Review: Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising