Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
Overall, Guardians Vol. 2 still had elements of the original and even though it started off slow, it picked up steam to a supercharged, somewhat hokey ending.
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Movie / Film Reviews by Allison Rose
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Allison Rose is a Senior Correspondent and Critic for FlickDirect, bringing years of experience in film coverage and broadcast media. A Hofstra University communications graduate, she previously held an FCC broadcast license and now shares her movie expertise weekly on KRMS News/Talk 97.5 FM, with additional appearances on television and at industry events. Recognized as a Tomatometer-Approved Critic, Allison is an active member of SEFCA, the Florida Film Critics Circle, and the Online Film Critics Society.
Sand Castle
While the material isn’t necessarily anything new or earth-shattering – we all know from the news the struggles out troops have faced overseas – I thought the movie presented a slightly more interesting view of what when on there.
Fate of The Furious
The series has a loyal fan base and if the crowds for the previous screenings are any indications this movie will do very well at the box office. With movies nine and ten already announced, it looks like we will be seeing a lot more of Dom and company in the future.
Smurfs: The Lost Village
The overall feel (The Smurfs: The Lost Village) is a throwback to those days back in the 1980's when I could grab some cereal and watch tv while the rest of the house was still sleeping.
CHiPs
While this CHiPs in nothing like the television show it is a fun, good time. The stars, action and even the plot keep the audience interested and entertained.
Power Rangers
People who were kids of the 90s will rush to the theater for the nostalgia of one of their favorite television shows...for many others who didn’t grow up with it, it has no sense of connection to them.
Kong: Skull Island
I suspect we will have two factions – the 2005 version of King Kong fans and the Skull Island King Kong version fans. Regardless, the movie is entertaining and has a lot going for it.
Get Out
Peele has a solid script and a knack for storytelling in an appealing way which makes Get Out is more enjoyable than many of the other suspense/thriller/horror movies being made today.
The Great Wall
The Great Wall had all the elements to be a terrific film - good cast, great pictures, and a hefty budget. Sadly… it isn’t so great.
Fifty Shades Darker
Fifty Shades Darker drags quite a bit and the sex can be uncomfortable to watch at times.