Actually, although I did laugh at many of the comical mishaps to which the characters were subjected, The Hangover Part III wasn’t up to par with the original of the three episodes. The good things were the return of the whole main cast that made The Hangover Part I a huge success, the downside [...]
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The Hangover part III, the Story Continues (Film Review)
May 22nd, 2013 
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Star Trek Into Darkness, a Very Cool Sequel (Film Review)
May 16th, 2013 John Delia Picking up where he left off with the fine release of his first attempt at bringing back the Star Trek franchise J.J. Abrams hits pay dirt again with Star Trek Into Darkness. This exciting new chapter tantalizes the mind with amazing CGI and special effects while presenting an adventure that’s reminiscent of earlier challenges [...]
In the House, a Cold and Calculating Mystery (Film Review)
May 9th, 2013 John Delia Getting a strong grasp on his characters and developing an edgy mystery, Francois Ozon pulls off a fine tale that cringes while it titillates. This fresh take on a different kind of predator puts In the House on a must list for those who like the unusual. Well acted and directed this movie import [...]
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Great Gatsby, a Pop-up Book with Cardboard Characters (Film Review)
May 9th, 2013 John Delia Director Baz Luhrmann, who lost with Moulin Rouge and lost again with Australia, takes a chance with an F. Scott Fitzgerald novel The Great Gatsby turning it into a pop-up book for the screen. While the CGI and sets do sparkle, he turns the storyline into a simple predictive tome set in an era [...]
Iron Man 3, A Blast in 3D (Film Review)
May 2nd, 2013 John Delia Probably the most powerful film for action addicts this year Iron Man 3 blazes the screen in 3D. Robert Downey Jr. outdoes his last outing of the major action hero with his strong presence and tongue in cheek wit. Whether you are a fan of Marvel or just looking for a great adventure film, [...]
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Paris-Manhattan, Life According to Woody (Film Review)
May 2nd, 2013 John Delia Alice Taglioni does a very good impression of Woody Allen in the romantic comedy Paris-Manhattan now playing in theaters. The cute little film uses the famous actor’s views on life from several of his films to work out a plot that should satisfy most of Allen fans and incurable romantics. Sophie Lellouche does a [...]
No Place on Earth, A Compelling Documentary (Film Review)
April 25th, 2013 John Delia We will probably never know all the stories connected to the WWII Holocaust, but this one shatters the heart and awakens the mind to the danger and heroism that came about during the Nazi regime. It’s called No Place On Earth a documentary with dramatic interpretation of what took place in 1942 when 38 [...]
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Pain & Gain, A Dark Comedy (Film Review)
April 25th, 2013 John Delia Continuing to make exciting films Michael Bay releases Pain & Gain a movie that’s reminiscent of his storytelling with the wild and enthusiastic Bad Boys, but far from his explosive films like Transformers and Armageddon. Here he takes you on a roller coaster ride with a true crime story, a dark comedy that gets [...]
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MUD, An Obsessive Love Story (Film Review)
April 25th, 2013 John Delia It’s time for Matthew McConaughey to step up and do what he does best and in Mud he nails the role. The cool little Indie has all the trappings of a good film including, a taught plot, good direction and a couple of kids that can act to boot. If you like movies that [...]
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Oblivion, a Visual Sci-Fi Delight (Film Review)
April 20th, 2013 John Delia The opening sequence in the movie Oblivion is spectacular showing Earth as a devastated planet and the moon busting apart following an attack by an alien invasion. Well acted by a handful of cast members, the action movie mesmerizes as it spools out its grand design. Both the cinematography and computer graphics are the [...]
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Blancanieves, a Tantalizing Tale of Jealousy and Deceit (Film Review)
April 12th, 2013 John Delia Tantalizingly brilliant Blancanieves, a sinister telling of the Grimm Brother’s classic tale of “Snow White” comes to theaters this weekend. The black and white presentation, with music and subtitle boards takes you back to the silent film era where your ears, eyes and mind feast on acting that comes from the soul of the [...]
42, a Story of Courage and Baseball (Film Review)
April 11th, 2013 John Delia The movie “42” hits a home run in acting, directing and cinematography. The storyline takes you on a journey of courageousness in the face of racial discrimination and a door opener for others that followed. It’s not just about baseball but of heroes and the right to play the game. Tweet
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On the Road, a Flashback to Free Spirited Times (Film Review)
April 5th, 2013 John Delia A road movie with a lot of sexual energy opens this weekend in South Florida. The film is called On the Road and its brilliant cast makes it a winner. Taken from a novel by Jack Kerouac, the film gives a view of 40’s America and the challenges faced by a group of free-spirited [...]
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No, a Fight for Rights (Film Review)
April 5th, 2013 John Delia Out of Chile comes a film that was nominated for a 2013 Oscar called “NO”. It’s a true story political drama that pits citizens against a tyrannical government. The film makes a statement that no matter what the barrier you can fight for your rights and with the right campaign you can take it [...]
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Evil Dead, a Killer Chiller (Film Review)
April 5th, 2013 John Delia New faces save Evil Dead from getting inane in this respectable remake of a Sam Raimi film. The horror flick has some very good special effects, CGI and makeup that turn the film into a gory blood bath. Although the script does follow the original made in 1981, the evil in this film far [...]
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The Host, Meyer’s Odd Romance at the Movies (Film Review)
March 29th, 2013 John Delia Bringing her new book to the screen, Writer/Producer Stephenie Meyer tries for a good opening this weekend for the film adaptation of The Host. Hitting the target audience with a jolt of romance fantasy, the teens to twenties females should give the film a strong attendance. However, with hardly any promotion of the film, [...]
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Lincoln, Oscar Winner Released on Blu-ray (Video Review)
March 25th, 2013 John Delia The film Lincoln, nominated for 12 Academy Awards, has come to Blu-ray. The movie provides a look at how politics changed the United States in the final months of the 16th President’s life. It’s a dark boding story that takes you into the heart of a historical political debate, a congress divided and a [...]
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The Croods, a Hilarious Prehistoric Romp (Film Review)
March 22nd, 2013 John Delia You’ve seen Ice Age, maybe even remember The Flint Stones, but they can’t hold a candle to The Croods, a prehistoric family that puts an A in adventure and animation with characters that are downright silly and I mean that in a good way. The very funny script, excellent 3D and a fine recognizable [...]
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Admission, a Movie About Rejection (Film Review)
March 22nd, 2013 John Delia An interesting film for the subject matter that’s shows the inner workings of a student Admissions Department at a major college and a spoof that dampens the credibility of that office, plagues the film Admission now in theaters. The film could have easily been an episode on a television show rather than a major [...]
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Olympus, an Exciting Action Thriller (Film Review)
March 22nd, 2013 John Delia One of the best action films this year, Olympus Has Fallen provides continuous action, intrigue and drama with a subject fresh in the news. Adding a bit of realism during the release of the film is the recent activity in North Korea making this film a possible wake-up call. This work of fiction by Film [...]
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