Movie Review: Riddick

Last week, your favorite Sister of the Geek Covenant was fortunate enough to attend the Los Angeles premiere of Riddick, with none other than Vin Diesel himself in attendance to thank fans. Before the picture rolled, the Fast & Furious actor let it be known how much of his success was owed to his followers and professed the self-titled third of the Riddick trilogy was made especially for them. Big Dies’ also mentioned that the anticipated Fast 7 begins principal photography this week. Not surprisingly, this news was met with boisterous applause and cheers, especially with the recent kick-ass news that Kurt Russell...

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Movie Review: Old Boy

The Internet erupted into a ball of rage when it was announced Spike Lee was remaking Park Chan-Wook’s Oldboy. As someone who didn’t care much for other remakes of foreign films, I could understand the fall out. Let us not forget how forgettable Matt Reeves’s remake of Let the Right One In was (Let Me In? No.) and David Fincher’s depiction of Girl with a Dragon Tattoo wasn’t much different from the Swedish version, which starred Noomi Rapace. Speaking of Rapace, can we settle this right here and now? Her portrayal of Lisbeth Salander was much more badass than Rooney Mara who was clearly...

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Movie Review: Gravity

This weekend, Sandra Bullock defies the laws of film-acting in Gravity, from esteemed director Alfonso Cuaron. But, before rolling into any form of testimony towards what should be labeled a movie-going experience, there’s something I need to share: the congregation’s resident movie critic got a chance to read Gravity‘s screenplay and wasn’t moved by it. There wasn’t much to the story. The main plot centers on an astronaut — in this case, a medical engineer played by Bullock — stranded in the depths of space. Stating the obvious, a lot would have to depend on Bullock’s ability to carry the film. Sure, she’s opened...

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Review: Halfway to Hell

So far, it’s been an amazing summer. “Fast and the Furious 6” broke a box office record, coming in the fourth highest grossing film for Memorial Day weekend, and “Iron Man 3” is the first solo superhero film to cross $1 billion at the box office. Depending on how the audience takes to them, we can probably expect similar numbers from “Man of Steel” and “Pacific Rim.” But for those who want a breather from the action and live in Los Angeles, there’s an independent film festival calledDances with Films. The festival, which began May 30 and runs through June 9 at the TCL Chinese 6 Theaters, showcases a variety of work, some with dark themes. “Halfway...

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Godzilla: Two On-Set Videos

Due to hit theaters May 16, 2014, Legendary Pictures’ “Godzilla” reboot stars Ken Watanabe, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Elizabeth Olson, Juliette Binoche, Bryan Cranston, Sally Hawkins and David Strathairn. For those of you who may not recall, the last Godzilla film, helmed by Roland Emmerich, came out back in 1998 and was skewered by critics. I couldn’t tell you much about that re-imagining off hand because frankly, I don’t remember much about it. But the general consensus was that Emmerich’s version was dreadful all around. Terrible acting, terrible dialogue and impossible scenarios made up his version. With the bar set very low, I don’t...

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Monsters University: Mother’s Day Promo

Just in time for Mother’s Day, here’s a cute promotional clip from the “Monsters University” gang. The spot not only has new footage, it also features a brand new character we haven’t seen before named Mrs. Squibbles, voiced by Julia Sweeney. Mom to Squishy (Peter Sohn), the doting parent is seen doing what mothers do — fuss about their loved ones. Complete with a hilarious house coat of multi-colors and rollers in her hair, the lovable Mrs. Squibbles is seen giving sage advice and support. Playing in the dark could ruin your eyes. Seatbelts save. Nothing beats being cheered on by your own mother during a game and most importantly, don’t...

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Sin City: A Dame to Kill For: Poster

It’s been months since we’ve seen or heard anything about “Sin City: A Dame to Kill For,” but in case you may have missed it, an official teaser poster was previously released. Due out this October, the Sin City prequel follows Dwight McCarthy (Josh Brolin) and his sordid relationship with femme fatale Eva Lord (Eva Green). To help tell the tale, Rosario Dawson, Mickey Rourke, Jessica Alba, Bruce Willis, Powers Boothe and Jamie King are back in their signature roles. Rounding out the cast are newcomers Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Juno Temple, Ray Liotta, Jeremy Piven, Christopher Meloni and Dennis Haybert. All are welcome additions to the Sin...

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The New Iron Man 3 Trailer Is Here!

And of course it's amazing. Frankly, I'm speechless! May 3rd can't arrive fast enough!  Iron Man 3, which was directed and co-written by Shane Black, stars Robert Downey Jr., Ben Kingsley, Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle, Guy Pearce and Rebecca Hall. ...

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Zoe Saldana Wants To Be In Star Wars VII

Zoe Saldana, who will next be seen in Star Trek Into Darkness, wants to be a Jedi in Star Wars VII. Well, actually she said she wants to be a 'sexy something,  a princess from another planet.'  She sure sounds like a true fan doesn't she? Not that I can blame her for wanting to be in the new trilogy.  If successful, that's one hec' of a payday. Plus with Avatar, Star Trek and Star Wars under her belt, why Saldana would be a sci-fi queen! Even still, I don't think think it's a good idea to cross the streams.  J.J. Abrams should keep both universes separate. He might think crossing the line is cool, but in doing so...

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Quvenzhané Wallis Is Annie!

Two years ago Overbrook Entertainment partners James Lassiter, Ken Stovitz, Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith announced plans to remake the classic musical “Annie”.  Rap artist and entrepreneur, Jay Z would arrange the music and Willow Smith would portray Annie.  However, Willow Smith had a major growth spurt since the initial announcement was made and aged out of the part, leaving the role open for another child star. It didn’t take long to find a perfect replacement.  Less than a month after news broke about Willow’s departure from the project, Deadline reported Overbrook Entertainment and Sony Pictures found...

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Guardians of the Galaxy: Jason Momoa is Out

Two weeks ago, Latino Review reported that Jason Momoa flew to London for a screen test with the folks at Marvel. Apparently, they were so impressed with his Dothraki skills, Momoa was offered the part of Drax the Destroyer for the upcoming “Guardians of the Galaxy” feature. Well, as of Feb. 21, the same source tweeted Momoa stepped down from the project — quite possibly over money. Marvel is back to screen testing actors for Drax. Somebody needs to remind Momoa that nobody saw his last 2 films & take Marvel's offer. — Umberto Gonzalez (@elmayimbe) February 21, 2013 I, for one, am very disappointed by this...

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