By Mark Saldana Rating: 3.5 (Out of 4 Stars) After reading a synopsis of this film or watching a trailer, one might question the need for another coming-of-age summer vacation movie. Especially after watching and enjoying The Kings of Summer quite recently, not to mention years of countless other films I watched in my youth,… Continue reading Review: THE WAY WAY BACK
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Red Band Movie Trailer: OLDBOY
Here’s the first trailer for Spike Lee’s remake of the highly acclaimed South Korean film. This is the red band trailer which is recommended only for mature audiences (17 & older).
Local Events: Austin Film Society’s Special Advance Screening of WHAT MAISIE KNEW
The Austin Film Society presents the Special Advance Screening of WHAT MAISIE KNEW with directors Scott McGehee and David Siegel in attendance! WHO: Austin Film Society and directors Scott McGehee and David Siegel WHAT: Special Advance Screening of WHAT MAISIE KNEW WHEN: Tuesday, July 9 at 7:30 PM WHERE: AFS at the Marchesa (6226 Middle Fiskville Rd) TICKETS: FREE for AFS… Continue reading Local Events: Austin Film Society’s Special Advance Screening of WHAT MAISIE KNEW
DVD Giveaway Contest: THE HAPPY POET
TVR has a pair of DVD copies of this Austin homegrown indie comedy.
Surprise Screening Pass Giveaway: TURBO
TVR has some passes good for four to give away to an advance screening of this movie scheduled for Saturday July 13 at 10:00 am.
Review: DESPICABLE ME 2
By Renee’ Collins Rating: 4.5 (Out 0f 5 Reels) I truly enjoyed the first Despicable Me film and looked forward to seeing the latest installment. What drew me into liking the first film was the dynamic between Gru (Steve Carell) a master villain and three orphans who come to his door to sell him cookies… Continue reading Review: DESPICABLE ME 2
Review: DESPICABLE ME 2
By Mark Saldana Rating: 3.5 (Out of 4 Stars) Despicable Me 2 is one of those rare sequels that manages to deliver more laughs and entertainment than its predecessor. While I enjoyed the first film, I left this sequel feeling nostalgic as this film obviously channels the spirit of Tex Avery who made his mark… Continue reading Review: DESPICABLE ME 2
Review: THE LONE RANGER
By Mark Saldana Rating: 2.5 (Out of 4 Stars) Humor, realism, heroic action, peril, fantasy and drama are all elements that a good hero story should have. As with my review of Man of Steel, I will delve into these elements and how the right mix/balance of all these ingredients can make or break a… Continue reading Review: THE LONE RANGER
Review: THE LONE RANGER
By Laurie Coker Rating: C+/B- “Hi-Yo, Silver away!” Leaping on to screens for a long 149 minutes of run time, The Lone Ranger, starring Armie Hammer and Johnny Depp, annoys as much as it unabashedly entertains. For year, in my youth (in reruns and in black and white), The Lone Ranger and Tonto fought crime… Continue reading Review: THE LONE RANGER
Review: DESPICABLE ME 2
By Laurie Coker Rating: B There are simply still not enough kid and adult friendly films out there for my taste. As a grandmother, I am constantly working to find creative and engaging ways to entertain my favorite little people. As my youngest grandchild nears the two and a half year mark, she’s actually getting… Continue reading Review: DESPICABLE ME 2