Review: THE LAZARUS EFFECT

By Mark Saldana Rating: 2 (Out of 4 Stars) From Frankenstein to Re-Animator and Flatliners (among others), movie writers and filmmakers have enjoyed telling stories of ambitious scientists attempting to bring the dead back to life. However, perhaps too many of these filmmakers have tread along the same familiar paths, telling similar stories with similar or… Continue reading Review: THE LAZARUS EFFECT

Screening Pass Giveaway: THE SECOND BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL

TVR is giving away passes (good for two people) to this advance screening scheduled for Wednesday, March 4 at 7:30 p.m.  NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY. Must be 18 or older to enter. See this movie early and free of charge before it opens in theaters! THE SECOND BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL is the expansionist dream of Sonny… Continue reading Screening Pass Giveaway: THE SECOND BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL

Review: MCFARLAND, USA

By Mark Saldana Rating: 3 (Out of 4 Stars) Despite the fact that this film embraces just about every sports movie cliche and trope known to film buffs, it wears its heart proudly on its sleeve and does so genuinely. Based on actual inspiring events, McFarland, USA doesn’t reinvent the triumphant sports story. However, it… Continue reading Review: MCFARLAND, USA

Review: FIFTY SHADES OF GREY

By Mark Saldana Rating: 2 (Out of 4 Stars) Based on the best selling novel by E.L. James, Fifty Shades, the movie, feels rather tame considering all the hubbub the book has received.  Make no mistake; the movie does earn its R-rating. However,  at the same time, I couldn’t help, but wonder what was cut… Continue reading Review: FIFTY SHADES OF GREY

Local Movie News: SXSW FILM ANNOUNCES 2015 MIDNIGHTER FEATURES & SHORTS

Austin, Texas – February 10, 2015 – The South by Southwest (SXSW) Film Conference and Festival revealed the highly anticipated features in the Midnighters section, as well as the complete short film lineup, which will debut at this year’s Festival from March 13 – 21, 2015 in Austin, Texas. For more information, visit sxsw.com/film. Entering… Continue reading Local Movie News: SXSW FILM ANNOUNCES 2015 MIDNIGHTER FEATURES & SHORTS