Movie Review: The Boxtrolls

I have to admit, when I went in to see The Boxtrolls, I had no idea what I was in for. Despite the fact that I was really looking forward to it, I had no idea what it was about. Still, Laika, the production company behind the film, has been on quite the roll. They have two features prior to this and they have both been fantastic (those being Coraline and ParaNorman), so with that track record it is kind of like an early Pixar release. Between the gorgeous stop motion animation and their ability to tell tales that appeal to all ages while not pandering to their target audience, there was every reason to believe this would be a success.

Movie Review: Cuban Fury

Do you ever see a movie trailer for a film that you can just tell is not trying terribly hard or covers a lot of familiar ground, but feel compelled to see it anyway? I know you have, I have to. Although, I have to admit that I am getting a little better at skipping some, there are some that slip past the guard. One of those to get though the defenses is Cuban Fury. I am sure most of you have never heard of this one before. Before a few days ago I hadn't either, it is just sneaking into a few theaters and I suspect that it will fade away just as quickly. By now, you have to be wondering if it is worth seeing. The answer is a little complicated, but not really.

Movie Review: The World's End

The Cornetto Trilogy has come to an end. As the final movie ends, I felt a little sadness knowing it was over, but at the same time I am hopeful that the trio of Edgar Wright, Simon Pegg, and Nick Frost, will work together again at some point. I think it is inevitable, I doubt you will be able to keep these three away from each other. I was also left with a desire for Cornetto, or at least a Drumstick. For those not in the know, this trilogy is comprised of Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, and The World's End.