Mar 11 2011

Movies Opening March 11

Category: 2011,Movies,Openingvelveetahead @ 2:37 pm

This week there are two alien invasion movies. One deals with it more traditionally while the other is an animated movie where aliens want to take moms. The other major movie is a retelling of  Red Riding Hood but with some kind of Twilight twist with werewolves.

Nationwide Releases

Battle: Los Angeles
Mars Needs Moms
Red Riding Hood


Battle: Los Angeles
Directed
: Jonathan Liebesman
Starring: Aaron Eckhart, Michelle Rodriguez, Ramon Rodriguez, Bridget Moynahan, Ne-Yo, Michael Peña
Trailer

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Synopsis: Aliens invade and people run around!

My Take: I find invasion movies very entertaining, but usually if they focus on some key characters reacting to it. This looks like mostly a bunch of people running away from the aliens, but no one in particular to root for.

RT Score: 34%
RT Consensus: Overlong and overly burdened with war movie clichés, Battle: Los Angeles will entertain only the most ardent action junkies.

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Jul 11 2008

Movies Opening July 11

Category: 2008,Movies,Openingvelveetahead @ 3:32 pm

Nationwide Releases


Hellboy II: The Golden Army
Directed: Guillermo Del Toro
Starring: Ron Perlman, Selma Blair, Doug Jones, Luke Goss
Trailer

Synopsis: There are no Nazis to fight this time, but an ancient Elvin race from the underworld coming up to cause problems for Hellboy and his friends.

My Take: While I was not a fan of the first film, this one looks more in line with Del Toro’s other movie, Pan’s Labyrinth. The creatures look awesome and I want to watch it just for them.

RT Score: 87%
RT Consensus: Del Toro crafts a stellar comic book sequel, boasting visuals that are as imaginative as the characters are endearing.

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Jun 06 2008

Movies Opening Jun 6

Category: 2008,Movies,Openingvelveetahead @ 12:53 pm

Nationwide Releases


Kung Fu Panda
Directed: Mark Osborne, John Stevenson
Starring: Jack Black, Dustin Hoffman, Angelina Jolie, Jackie Chan, Lucy Liu
Trailer

Synopsis: In China, all the animals are kung fu masters except for the lazy panda who happens to be the “Chosen One” that will defend them against their enemies, so he needs to be trained.

My Take: Goofy, but fun looking movie.

RT Score: 85%
RT Consensus: Kung Fu Panda has a familiar message, but the pleasing mix of humor, swift martial arts action, and colorful animation makes for winning Summer entertainment.

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