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Kingsman: The Golden Circle (2017)
In "Kingsman: The Golden Circle," the venerable spy agency is effectively destroyed by drug cartel kingpin Poppy Adams, who has also poisoned the world's drug supply with a deadly toxin. Director Matthew Vaughn ("Stardust" 2007) put together an excellent adventure film featuring loades of action and memorable roles, [..]
I, Tonya (2017)
Producer and star Margot Robbie, director Craig Gillespie ("Million Dollar Arm" 2014), and screenwriter Steven Rogers have put together an excellent film about Tonya Harding called "I, Tonya." It takes a look at her life, skating career, and the controversy surrounding the feud with fellow skater [..]
Thor: Ragnarok (2017)
"Thor: Ragnarok" is the third in the "Thor" franchise and tells the story of Thor returning to his home planet and having trouble with his brother Loki and his sister Hela. Director Taika Waititi did a good job with the film containing good production values, outstanding [..]
Logan (2017)
"Logan" stars Hugh Jackman as Wolverine, where he and Professor X must protect a young woman from corporate scientists seeking to exploit her unique gifts. Director James Mangold ("Cop Land" 1997) put together the typical vehicle for Jackman as James "Logan" Howlett, the Wolverine, in his [..]
Moana (2026)
"Moana" is a live action adaptation of the 2016 film, and its sequel of 2024. The story tells of a daughter of a Polynesian village chief who answers the Ocean's call to save her starving island. She travels beyond the reef to track [..]
Somebody Up There Likes Me (1956)
"Somebody Up There Likes Me" is a sports drama film about the life story of middleweight boxing legend Rocky Graziano (1919-1990). This excellent film has quality production values, great writing, and memorable performances, tightly directed by Robert Wise ("The Sound of Music" 1965). It covers his entire life [..]
Tropic Thunder (2008)
"Tropic Thunder" is a satirical action comedy movie about a group of actors attempting to make a Vietnam War movie. When the production descends into chaos, the studio threatens to cancel it, and the frustrated director drops them into a real Southeast Asia jungle, with "drama" and "comedy" [..]
Butterflies Are Free (1972)
"Butterflies Are Free" is a romantic comedy film about a young blind man who moves away from home to experience independence and becomes involved with a free-spirited young woman. Complications arise when his over-protective mother gets involved in the situation. Director Milton Katselas put together a thoughtful and [..]
Despicable Me 3 (2017)
"Despicable Me 3" continues the fun and entertaining streak which the films began in 2010 and 2013. Gru and his twin brother Dru team up to battle former 1980's child star Balthazar Bratt, who has grown up to be a major criminal. Directors Pierre [..]
Once Upon a Time in Venice (2017)
Bruce Willis' career has apparently gone to the dogs in "Once Upon a Time in Venice." This horribly written comedy action picture is about a private detective whose dog is kidnapped by gang members, with the film going downhill from there. The responsible party is first-time director [..]