"Hunger Games: Catching Fire’s” Fiery Grit Worth The Cost

Let me start off by saying, if you didn’t read Suzanne Collins’ “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire” (which you should because it’s great) – you won’t be lost while watching the movie. For those who did read the book – don’t take away from the experience of watching the movie by comparing it to the […]

The Ender's Game: Movie Review

In 1985, Orson Scott Card published Ender’s Game, a science fiction story of a boy being forced into early manhood to fulfill the needs of billions. It was a grand story about dealing with the loss of childhood, free will, and respect for life. It went on to be recognized as one of the greatest pieces […]

Movie Review: Captain Phillips

I get so tired of action movies sometimes. After so many instances endless car chases, gunfights, explosions, and cut-and-paste CGI effects, I tend to long for some good old-fashioned suspense.  I’ve always enjoyed scenes where you’re terrified of what will happen next, where any second could instantly change the course of the entire story with […]

Movie Review – Prisoners

The director, Denis Villeneuve, creates a thrilling mysterious movie that captivates the audience through every twist and turn, through every new discovery and failed attempt. He does a great job of transitioning each part of the movie smoothly and keeping viewers on their toes. While this film is engaging, it is too long. The entire […]