Review: ONCE UPON A DEADPOOL

 “Once Upon a Deadpool” is “Deadpool 2” Lite Looking to Grab a New Audience By Liz Lopez Rating: C Are you already a fan of the “Deadpool” character and the films released in 2016 and earlier this year? If you are, then you can save yourself some cash or money from your holiday movie gift… Continue reading Review: ONCE UPON A DEADPOOL

Review: ROMA

Oscar winning Alfonso Cuarón’s “Roma” Takes the Viewers Back in Time By Liz Lopez Rating: A- Filmmaker Alfonso Cuarón won Oscars for his editing and directing of the 3D space thriller “Gravity” and in 2018, he presents “Roma,” a Spanish-language film as he has created in the past (“Sólo con Tu Pareja”, “Y Tu Mamá… Continue reading Review: ROMA

Review: ROMA

By Mark Saldana  Rating: 4 (Out of 4 Stars) From Mexican director Alfonso Cuaron, comes what is probably his most personal film.  Though the movie will be available for viewing via Netflix, it is still a piece which demands to be watched theatrically.  But this isn’t the typical kind of bombastic summer blockbuster that usually… Continue reading Review: ROMA

Review: ANNA AND THE APOCALYPSE

New for the Holidays, a horror-musical-comedy!   By Liz Lopez Rating: B There are many holiday films that are considered “classics” and the stories range from A-Z with the setting in the month of December leading up to gift – giving time. Speaking of “Z,” well “Anna and the Apocalypse” is a zombie film featuring… Continue reading Review: ANNA AND THE APOCALYPSE

Review: THE FAVOURITE

By Renee’ C. Rating: 3 (Out of 5 Reels) In early 18th century England, a frail Queen Anne (Olivia Colman) occupies the throne and her close friend Lady Sarah (Rachel Weisz) governs the country in her stead. When a new servant Abigail (Emma Stone) arrives, her charm endears her to Sarah (IMDB).

Review: MARIA BY CALLAS

By Mark Saldana Rating: 3 (Out of 4 Stars) During the 1950s and 60s, Greek-American operatic soprano Maria Callas became a world renown singer.  Known for her beautiful voice, but better known for her tempestuous attitude, Callas’s extracurricular activities would eventually overshadow her incredible singing talent.  If one were to ask Maria about her troubles… Continue reading Review: MARIA BY CALLAS

Austin Film Festival 2018 Review: THE FAVOURITE

By Mark Saldana  Rating: 4 (Out of 4 Stars) Money and power rarely offer anyone lasting happiness.  This timeless message is the central theme for this new, unorthodox period film by Yorgos Lanthimos.  Power is the goal that drives two of the protagonists in the film.  It is what pits them against each other and… Continue reading Austin Film Festival 2018 Review: THE FAVOURITE

Austin Film Festival 2018 Review: THE FRONT RUNNER

Hugh Jackman stars in Columbia Pictures' THE FRONT RUNNER.

By Mark Saldana  Rating: 3.5 (Out of 4 Stars) The 25th year of the Austin Film Festival concluded with this latest entry by respected writer/director Jason Reitman.  Given the current political climate of the U.S., it isn’t all that surprising that the filmmaker would take on a movie that examines the role of the media… Continue reading Austin Film Festival 2018 Review: THE FRONT RUNNER

Austin Film Festival 2018 Review: GREEN BOOK

By Mark Saldana  Rating: 3.5 (Out of 4 Stars) In 1962, acclaimed Jamaican pianist Dr. Don Shirley decided to take a tour through the Jim Crow South, but needed a strong driver/security guard to guarantee his safety and make sure that he makes his engagements in a timely manner.  Dr. Shirley chose bouncer Tony “The… Continue reading Austin Film Festival 2018 Review: GREEN BOOK