“Swordfish” (2001) is a rare movie that I rate low not because of boredom but because of confusion. It’s gutsy in its action sequences and
The Oscars have talked about adding new categories to appeal to a wider demographic. If there was one that rewarded backroom office-politics navigation in order
After making “Match Point” (2005), one of his elite dramas, Woody Allen stuck around London for another year to make “Scoop” (2006), again with Scarlett
“Reminiscence” (theaters and HBO Max) imagines a future where the coasts are being drowned by rising sea levels. It’s supposed to be foreboding, but it’s
“The Greatest Showman” (2017), now available for home viewing, takes us back to a time when anything is possible if you dream big and are
My “The Wolverine” review, johnvhansen.com, Aug. 14, 2013 My “The Wolverine” flashback review, johnvhansen.com, June 20, 2014
John’s “X-Men” flashback review, johnvhansen.com, June 14, 2014 “X-Men” – From the opening scenes showing the backgrounds of three main characters to the final epic
“The Prestige” – Like “V for Vendetta,” this wide release surprisingly allows viewers to use their brains while being entertained. During the progressive age of
“Someone Like You” — This romantic comedy is neither funny nor romantic, it’s just boring. A woman in the talk show industry (Ashley Judd) posits
“Logan” (now available on streaming) is the most unconstrained “X-Men” film so far, and – not coincidentally – it’s also the best of the saga, which