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John Wick Chapter 3 - Parabellum (2019) Review


Jon Wick's third installment was released for barely one weekend before a fourth was announced. The success of this franchise is due in large part to both lead actor Keanu Reeves and the director of the entire franchise, Chad Stahelski. This pair first met working together on The Matrix trilogy where Stahelski worked as both a stunt man and a stun coordinator. This deep understanding of martial arts and action, in the way of performing and shooting, leads to more creative fight choreography and better editing. All of these components enhance the artistic value of the franchise. With each film, the scale and style of the action has increased. The character content and the raw emotional honesty Reeves brings to the titular role is what keeps the audience invested in the story beyond the surface-live entertainment value of exquisite cinematography and exciting action.

Chapter 3 broadens the world-building so the audience can gain deeper insight into the many mysteries surrounding the John Wick's past and the assassin-world he spent so long working in. Though many action films have built their male protagonists off the dead bodies of the women they're said to have loved, the John Wick franchise maintains the emotional impact of his loss. His wife is not an after-thought beyond an initial death scene. The nihilistic component of the neo-noir genre is never so heavy as to make the audience swallowed whole by it, but instead strengthens the insight into John's psychology and how the toll of loss can linger.

Watch my full John Wick 3 review here:

KINGSMAN: THE GOLDEN CIRCLE | SDCC Panel Lineup Released!





KINGSMAN: THE GOLDEN CIRCLE | SDCC Panel Lineup Released!


It's not cosplay-they just always look this good.


Kingsman and Statesman are kicking off ComicCon 2017.  On behalf of 20th Century Fox, check out who will be attending San Diego Comic Con for KINGSMAN: THE GOLDEN CIRCLE with the BRAND NEW Character PostersTaron Egerton, Colin Firth, Halle Berry, Channing Tatum, Jeff Bridges and Pedro Pascal will be joined by screenwriter Jane Goldman and Kingsman co-creator and ComicCon legend Dave Gibbons for the KINGSMAN: THE GOLDEN CIRCLE Panel in Hall H on Thursday July 20th starting at 11am PT.

In "Kingsman: The Golden Circle," our heroes face a new challenge. When their headquarters are destroyed and the world is held hostage, their journey leads them to the discovery of an allied spy organization in the US called Statesman. These two elite secret organizations band together to defeat a ruthless common enemy, in order to save the world, something that's becoming a bit of a habit for Eggsy...

Check out the new KINGSMAN: THE GOLDEN CIRCLE Official Character Posters here:


KINGSMAN: THE GOLDEN CIRCLE hits theaters everywhere on September 22, 2017.

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KINGSMAN: THE GOLDEN CIRCLE
Director: Matthew Vaughn
Written By: Jane Goldman & Matthew Vaughn, based on the comic book "The Secret Service" by Mark Millar and Dave Gibbons
Produced By: Matthew Vaughn, David Reid, Adam Bohling
Cast: Colin Firth, Julianne Moore, Taron Egerton, Mark Strong, Halle Berry, with Sir Elton John, and Channing Tatum, and Jeff Bridges
SYNOPSIS
"Kingsman: The Secret Service" introduced the world to Kingsman - an independent, international intelligence agency operating at the highest level of discretion, whose ultimate goal is to keep the world safe. In "Kingsman: The Golden Circle," our heroes face a new challenge. When their headquarters are destroyed and the world is held hostage, their journey leads them to the discovery of an allied spy organization in the US called Statesman, dating back to the day they were both founded. In a new adventure that tests their agents' strength and wits to the limit, these two elite secret organizations band together to defeat a ruthless common enemy, in order to save the  world, something that's becoming a bit of a habit for Eggsy...
KINGSMAN: THE GOLDEN CIRCLE Official Channels
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"X-Men: Days of Future Past Rogue Cut" Available on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD July 14th‏

PREPARE TO GO ROGUE!


The Version Fans Have Been Waiting For hits Blu-ray™, DVD and Digital HD July 14!

Includes an Alternate, Never-Before-Seen Cut and Nearly 90 Minutes of New Special Features, as well as the Theatrical Version

LOS ANGELES, Calif. (May 19, 2015) – Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment will take you back in time for an all new experience as the X-Men: Days of Future Past Rogue Cut hits Blu-ray™ and DVD July 14. Fan-favorite mutant Rogue, played by Anna Paquin, finally joins the all-star cast, including Hugh Jackman, Michael Fassbender, James McAvoy, Halle Berry, Jennifer Lawrence, Ellen Page, Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart, as they prepare to battle the Sentinels!

With a never-before-seen, alternate cut of the film—plus nearly 90 minutes of all-new, immersive special features, The X-Men: Days of Future Past Rogue Cut takes you deeper into the X-Men universe than ever before. Rogue makes her return as the all-star characters from the original X-Men film trilogy join forces with their younger selves and unite to battle armies of murderous Sentinel robots who are hunting down mutants and humans alike!

Packed with an all new cut of X-Men: Days of Future Past and nearly 90 minutes of new content, the Rogue Cut is the ultimate fan collectible! Go behind-the-battle for Earth with the definitive documentary “Mutant vs Machine” or look into the future with a sneak peek of the new Fantastic Four film.

X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST ROGUE CUT BLU-RAY™ SPECIAL FEATURES
Rogue Cut
Audio Commentary by Bryan Singer and John Ottman
Theatrical Version of the Film
Audio Commentary by Bryan Singer and Simon Kinberg
Mutant vs Machine
X-Men: Unguarded
Gallery
Second Screen App
Fantastic Four Sneak Peek

X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST ROGUE CUT DVD SPECIAL FEATURES
Rogue Cut
Audio Commentary by Bryan Singer and John Ottman
Theatrical Version of the Film
Audio Commentary by Bryan Singer and Simon Kinberg
Mutant vs Machine
X-Men: Unguarded
Gallery
Fantastic Four Sneak Peek

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X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST ROGUE CUT BLU-RAY™
Street Date:July 14, 2015
Prebook Date:June 10, 2015
Screen Format:Widescreen 16:9 (2.40:1)
Audio:English DTS-HD MA 7.1
English Descriptive Audio 5.1 (Theatrical Version only)
Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1
French Dolby Digital 5.1
Subtitles:English SDH / Spanish
Total Film Run Time:148 Minutes (Rogue Cut), 131 Minutes (Theatrical Version)
U.S. Rating:Not Rated (Rogue Cut), PG-13 (Theatrical Version)
Closed Captioned:No

X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST ROGUE CUT DVD
Street Date:July 14, 2015
Prebook Date:June 10, 2015
Screen Format:Widescreen 16:9 (2.40:1)
Audio:English Dolby Digital 5.1
English Descriptive Audio 5.1 (Theatrical Version only)
Spanish Surround Dolby Digital 2.0
French Surround Dolby Digital 2.0
Subtitles:English SDH / Spanish
Total Film Run Time:148 Minutes (Rogue Cut), 131 Minutes (Theatrical Version)
U.S. Rating:Not Rated (Rogue Cut), PG-13 (Theatrical Version)
Closed Captioned:Yes


"X-Men: Days of Future Past" Review!



X-Men: Days of Future Past brings together characters from the original X-Men film trilogy with the their younger counterparts in what is sure to be one of, if not the largest blockbusters of the summer. In an apocalyptic future, we find both the human and mutant populations on the verge of extinction. In a Terminator-like fashion, one must travel back in time to change certain events in order to save the world from certain destruction. Following the trend of all of the films in the franchise, Wolverine remains the film's centre point and he is tasked with doing so, given his regenerative abilities will ensure that the journey alone doesn't kill him. Hugh Jackman has yet again risen to the challenge of transforming himself physically into Wolverine, but more importantly, we see him having to develop into more than just a hot-head with a severe existential crisis. In meeting a young Charles Xavier, among others, he must provide guidance and council to a man who has always been the one providing it to others. Jackman hits these new notes well, and it's a welcome evolution to the character.

But if there were but one performance which I would commend above all others, it would be that of James McAvoy. This Xavier is one vastly different from the sophisticated gravitas of Sir Patrick Stewart and also from the rambunctious flirt seen in First Class. Here, we see Xavier as a self-medicating addict in the 1970's (complete with a terrible hairstyle and heinous outfits). McAvoy's performance holds the intensity and raw depth not often seen in blockbusters, but more so in smaller films that remain largely unnoticed until they come up from behind and sweep the awards shows.  In one scene, we see both Xaviers meet and much to McAvoy's credit, he steals the scene which is not an easy task when face-to-face with the likes of Sir Patrick Stewart.

The sheer scope of this film is incredible. It's evident that the budget was massive and all of that money was well spent. From special effects, to the costumes and make-up, everything about this film is visually strong. There's not one stand-out villain in the film because the characters and story demonstrate the blurring of morality where war and politics are concerned, as can be seen when simply looking back throughout history.

The standout sequence is that of Quicksilver's, although the blaring scientific inaccuracy of his listening to music whilst travelling faster than the speed of sound is cringe-inducing. Putting that aside, the rest of the sequence seems to have been inspired by films like Inception, with its creativity and attention to detail. Evan Peters also delivers solid comedy to the role and both he and the character have become fast fan-favourites.

The only weak point of the film is the fact that with so many characters present, not everyone gets fully utilised or developed in the story. It's understandable, as doing so would likely result in a 40-hour film. But given the success of the back and forth in the Marvel Cinematic Universe of stand-alone films for certain characters before reuniting as a group in the Avengers films, as well as the Wolverine films in the X-Men film franchise, one can only hope that more characters will get stand-alone films. Not only does it allow for greater character development often only obtained on television programs, I for one would like to see a stronger presence and utilisation of the POC X-Men. How is it that Halle Berry hasn't had a Storm film yet? The woman won an Oscar; she could handle leading a blockbuster just fine.

X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST 3rd & FINAL TRAILER Reveal!


On behalf of 20th Century Fox, we are pleased to share the 3rd and FINAL TRAILER of the MOST anticipated film of the summer, X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST
Watch the BRAND NEW trailer here:

X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST opens in theaters nationwide on May 23, 2014! 
 

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X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST
Action-adventure
Release: May 23, 2014, in 3D
Director: Bryan Singer
Screenplay by: Simon Kinberg; Story by Simon Kinberg and Matthew Vaughn & Jane Goldman
Producers: Lauren Shuler Donner, Bryan Singer, Simon Kinberg, Hutch Parker
Cast: Hugh Jackman, James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence, Halle Berry, Anna Paquin, Ellen Page, Peter Dinklage and Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen. Evan Peters, Omar Sy
 
The ultimate X-Men ensemble fights a war for the survival of the species across two time periods in X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST. The beloved characters from the original “X-Men” film trilogy join forces with their younger selves from the past, “X-Men: First Class,” in order to change a major historical event and fight in an epic battle that could save our future. 
 

X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST Official Socials
Official Website: http://www.x-menmovies.com/ 
Official Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/xmenmovies
Official Twitter Page: https://twitter.com/xmenmovies
Official Google + Page: https://plus.google.com/+xmenmovies
#XMen
 

X-Men: Days Of Future Past Brand New Trailer!


Bring the X-men together.

The highly anticipated NEW trailer for 20th Century Fox's upcoming movie, X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST is FINALLY here!
Watch NEW trailer here: 



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X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST
Action-adventure
Release: May 23, 2014, in 3D
Director: Bryan Singer
Screenplay by: Simon Kinberg; Story by Simon Kinberg and Matthew Vaughn & Jane Goldman
Producers: Lauren Shuler Donner, Bryan Singer, Simon Kinberg, Hutch Parker
Cast: Hugh Jackman, James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence, Halle Berry, Anna Paquin, Ellen Page, Peter Dinklage and Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen. Evan Peters, Omar Sy
The ultimate X-Men ensemble fights a war for the survival of the species across two time periods in X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST. The beloved characters from the original “X-Men” film trilogy join forces with their younger selves from the past, “X-Men: First Class,” in order to change a major historical event and fight in an epic battle that could save our future. 

Movie 43 on Blu-ray & DVD June 18


Synopsis
You’ve never seen anything quite like Movie 43... The year’s most outrageous and daringly original comedy, featuring the ultimate star-studded cast. No inappropriate storyline is off limits...including a “ballsy” blind date, a middle school “period” piece, and more. Please don’t sue us if you die laughing.

Special Features:

Blu-ray & DVD
Theatrical Trailer

Blu-Ray Exclusive Features
Find Our Daughter

Cast Includes:
Peter Farrelly (Director)
Hugh Jackman
Seth MacFarlane
Justin Long
Dennis Quaid
Greg Kinnear
Emma Stone
Kate Winslet
Liev Schreiber
Naomi Watts
Anna Faris
Gerard Butler
Halle Berry
Terrence Howard
Elizabeth Banks
Richard Gere
Kate Bosworth
Kristen Bell
Jason Sudeikis
Josh Duhamel
Uma Thurman

Movie 43 Blu-ray & DVD
Street Date:June 18, 2013
Prebook Date:May 22, 2013
Screen Format:Widescreen 1.78:1
Audio:English: 5.1 DTS-HD MA / 5.1 Dolby Digital DVD
Subtitles:English/Spanish
Total Run Time:149 minutes / 104 minutes DVD
U.S. Rating:R
Closed Captioned:Yes
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