Category: Film Previews
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Looking at the Weekend: May 20-22, 2011
Every studio was so afraid of the juggernaut of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise that they wouldn’t even schedule another wide release against it. Consensus Below is a list of what we have come to a general consensus on. The number in parens represents the percentage of our contributors who agree with the statement.…
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Trailer Watch: Cars 2
The one Pixar film to which I never would have expected a sequel. Cars 2 Plot Summary: The sequel to Pixar’s automotive hit takes Mater and Lightning McQueen across the pond and embroils them in international espionage. Release Date: June 24, 2011 Trailer Poster Rating: C+; C-; C Commentary: You want it to be more…
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Trailer Watch: Super 8
J.J. Abrams continues his home movie camera series (after this camcorder flick Cloverfield even if he didn’t direct it). Super 8 Plot Summary: A group of kids with a super 8 camera witness a terrible train accident while filming a little feature. They also spot a strange creature escape from wreckage that begins terrorizing the…
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2011 Spring Preview Wrap-Up: February
Let’s take a look back at how I foresaw February and how it actually turned out. FEBRUARY 4-6, 2011 The Roommate Box Office Prediction: $70 M Box Office Expectations: What I Said: “Low. Single White Female in a college setting. What a lame prospect.” Box Office Results: $37.3 M Thoughts: [Flop] Horror has its ups…
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Weekend Preview: May 20-22, 2011
There are five new releases this week. We have previews for four of them below.
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Trailer Watch: Apollo 18
After Michael Bay ruins the moon landing, this might have some merit. Apollo 18 Plot Summary: After the official final moon mission Apollo 17, a secret 18th mission was conducted bringing two new astronauts to the moon and a discovery that could mean their deaths. Release Date: April 22, 2011 Trailer Poster Rating: B- Commentary:…
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Trailer Watch: The Hangover, Part II
The likely blockbuster sequel to the blockbuster I didn’t see until it was on DVD. Guess what’s going to happen this time. The Hangover, Part II Plot Summary: Nothing good ever happens in Bangkok in movies. The three buddies from The Hangover are about to find that out the hard way. Release Date: May 26,…
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Trailer Watch: Immortals
Mythology has been a vast playground in which scribes have been writing some of the worst entertainment these days. Here’s another chance for them to do more of the same. Immortals Plot Summary: The saga of Greek hero Perseus’ battle against the Titans. Release Date: November 11, 2011 Trailer Poster Rating: C Commentary: The trailer…
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Looking at the Weekend: May 13-15, 2011
This week we have an excellent example of studio counter-programming with the male demo-leaning Priest pitting itself against the female-leaning Bridesmaids. Consensus Below is a list of what we have come to a general consensus on. The number in parens represents the percentage of our contributors who agree with the statement. Bridesmaids: The general thought…
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Trailer Watch: The Vintner’s Luck
Today we take a look at one of the few potential Oscar contenders I’ve seen previews for so far this year. The Vintner’s Luck Plot Summary: A young vintner is visited by an angel who encourages him to break out on his own, finding passion in the process. Release Date: May 6, 2011 Trailer Poster…
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Trailer Watch: Rise of the Planet of the Apes
Tim Burton failed miserably with his reboot of the series, but going back into the history of the franchise and creating a prequel? Well, it has potential. Rise of the Planet of the Apes Plot Summary: In an extreme prequel to the classic Pierre Boule super-futuristic space adventure Planet of the Apes, we are brought…
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Weekend Preview: May 13-15
There are twelve new releases this week. We have previews for nine of them below.
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Trailer Watch: X-Men: First Class
My second superhero movie preview for the week is for my favorite superhero franchise to date: X-Men. X-Men: First Class Plot Summary: The X-Men return to their roots as former friends Professor X and Magneto have a falling out as Xavier is founding his school for gifted youngsters. Release Date: June 3, 2011 Trailer Poster…
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Trailer Watch: Crazy, Stupid, Love
This comedy has a terrific cast and has a great deal of potential. We’ll hope they don’t squander it. Crazy, Stupid, Love Plot Summary: As a father’s life spins out of control, he must reconcile his family troubles while keeping it intact. Release Date: July 29, 2011 Trailer Poster Rating: B+ Commentary: Although some elements…
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Trailer Watch: Captain America: The First Avenger
Tonight’s preview is for the Marvel adaptation of the comic book character Captain America. Captain America: The First Avenger Plot Summary: Looking at the fourth and final Avenger of the franchise, this is the film looking at the literal first: Captain America. Release Date: July 22, 2011 Trailer Poster Rating: B- Commentary: Seeing Chris Evans…
