Author: Mark Saldana

VOYAGERS

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=11wwx5VKThY&feature=emb_title Voyagers (2021 Movie) Official Teaser – Tye Sheridan, Lily-Rose Depp Credit: Lionsgate Movies

By Mark Saldana Rating: 2 (Out of 4 Stars) Much like William Golding’s novel, Lord of the Flies, this science fiction thriller depicts what could happen when teenagers/young adults are left to their immature devices when placed in positions of responsibility. The problem with this film, however, is that is comes across as a not-so-great… Continue reading VOYAGERS

SXSW 2021: VIOLATION

By Mark Saldana Rating: 3.5 (Out of 4 Stars) This dramatic horror film from Canada deals with the very traumatic problem of rape and abuse, but offers a more frightening and disturbing take on the aftermath of such trauma. Written and directed by, and starring Madeleine Sims-Fewer, Violation depicts what can happen when a family’s… Continue reading SXSW 2021: VIOLATION

Coming Soon to Blu-Ray, DVD & Digital: THE MARKSMAN

By Liz Lopez Global Action Hero, Liam Neeson, Stars in the Action Thriller, The Marksman Oscar® nominee Liam Neeson is Jim Hanson, a former Marine turned rancher who defies the law to save a young boy’s life from a group of merciless cartel assassins in the suspenseful and powerful action-packed film, THE MARKSMAN, that arrived… Continue reading Coming Soon to Blu-Ray, DVD & Digital: THE MARKSMAN

Movie News: THE HITMAN’S WIFE’S BODYGUARD

Source: Lionsgate SANTA MONICA, Calif., March 29, 2021 – The world’s most lethal odd couple – bodyguard Michael Bryce (Ryan Reynolds) and hitman Darius Kincaid (Samuel L. Jackson) – are back on another life-threatening mission, joined by Darius’s volatile wife Sonia Kincaid (Salma Hayek), as Lionsgate has slated the highly anticipated action-comedy The Hitman’s Wife’s… Continue reading Movie News: THE HITMAN’S WIFE’S BODYGUARD

Movie News: JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH

“An electrifying powerhouse drama with real heart.” – David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter SIX-TIME ACADEMY AWARD-NOMINATED Judas and the Black Messiah COMES HOME FROM WARNER BROS. HOME ENTERTAINMENT PVOD debuts on April 2 Own it on Digital on April 27 Blu-ray and DVD debut on May 4 Source: Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Burbank, CA, March 23 – Academy Award-nominated dramatic… Continue reading Movie News: JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH

GODZILLA VS. KONG

By Mark Saldana Rating: 3 (Out of 4 Stars) After the somewhat frustrating self-seriousness of 2014’s Godzilla and 2019’s Godzilla: King of Monsters, a team of writers and director Adam Wingard have managed to take the goofy fun elements and exciting action of Kong: Skull Island to help steer this latest entry onto its proper… Continue reading GODZILLA VS. KONG

SXSW Festival News: SXSW Film Festival Audience Awards Winners

The SXSW Festivals and Conferences were held virtually in 2021 over a period of five days, that included the 28th SXSW Film Festival, the music, comedy, interactive showcases, sessions and guest speakers. By Liz Lopez The 2021 SXSW Film Festival Audience Awards winners are listed by category below. Film reviews of the many films offered… Continue reading SXSW Festival News: SXSW Film Festival Audience Awards Winners

SXSW Film Festival 2021 Jury and Special Awards

The SXSW Festivals and Conferences were held virtually in 2021 over a period of five days, that included the 28th SXSW Film Festival, the music, comedy, interactive showcases, sessions and guest speakers. By Liz Lopez The winners are selected by the following Juries: Narrative Feature Competition: Amanda N’Duka, Jake Coyle, Joanna Robinson Documentary Feature Competition:… Continue reading SXSW Film Festival 2021 Jury and Special Awards