Midsommar

Fresh from earning huge praise for “Hereditary,” Ari Lester worked on his next film, “Midsommar.” Inspired by a personal break-up and Swedish midsummer folklore, the film follows a couple and their pals travel to Sweden. At first, they enjoy a nice cozy vacation. Suddenly, the people who invited the tourists are part of a religious […]

Spider-Man: Brand New Day

Set after “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” Doctor Strange’s spell permanently erases the entire world’s memory of Peter Parker & Spider-Man are the same person. This includes his best friend, Ned Leeds and girlfriend, Michelle “MJ” Jones. Peter resumes his superhero career as Spider-Man protecting the citizens of New York City. Suddenly, he stumbles upon a […]

The Odyssey

In 2024, Christopher “Chris” Nolan ultimately won two Oscars for “Oppenheimer” including “Best Director” and “Best Picture.” His next project is an adaptation of Homer’s epic poem, “The Odyssey.” We all know the Greek mythology story since middle school or high school. After the Trojan War ended, Odysseus goes on a journey to return home […]

Troy (Director’s Cut)

“Somebody call IX-I-I!” – Pain or Panic from Disney’s Hercules Thanks to “Gladiator” revitalizing the subgenre sword-and-sandal, other films attempt to capitalize the same success of the Oscar winning epic including Oliver Stone’s “Alexander,” Clive Owen as “King Arthur” & Zack Snyder’s “300.” One sword-and-sandal epic is a loose retelling of the Trojan War. Due […]

The Patriot

Happy 4th of July fellow Americans from across the nation. America turns 250. As you know, the thirteen colonies separated Great Britain for a few reasons. Taxing basic necessities you know, “Taxation without representation.” Colonists forced to provide food and shelter for British soldiers in their own homes. The British refuse to approve the Colonists […]

Heat

In 1989, film director, Michael Mann directed a TV movie titled, “LA Takedown.” Intended as a pilot episode for an NBC series, the movie follows police detective, Vincent Hanna tracking down bank robber, Patrick McLean and his posse. After the TV movie aired, NVC cancelled plans to produce a series after Michael refuses to replace […]