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Tag: anthony hopkins

reviews

THOR: RAGNAROK

The God of Thunder has a pretty damned good sense of humour. Who saw that coming?

Posted on November 5, 2017September 28, 2019
blind spot series

Blindsided by HOWARD’S END

On luck, legacy, and changing tastes.

Posted on June 27, 2017July 9, 2017
blind spot series

Blindsided by THE ELEPHANT MAN

Unforgettable imagery sparks thoughts of decency, charity, and maturity

Posted on April 25, 2017May 1, 2017
reviews

NOAH

Who knew there’d be so much to say about three chapters worth of scripture?

Posted on March 30, 2014April 4, 2014
trailers

Here Comes the Flood: NOAH Trailer

In anyone else’s hands, I might be worried…

Posted on November 19, 2013November 24, 2013
reviews

THOR: THE DARK WORLD

Whatever story we are told, should it be worthy, shall possess our adoration for Thor. The question is, is this film worthy?

Posted on November 10, 2013April 30, 2019
trailers

Ride The Lightning – THOR: THE DARK WORLD Trailer

Before I weigh in on IRON MAN 3, this glimpse at Marvel’s future gets me wondering about what’s in store from a box office perspective.

Posted on May 6, 2013April 30, 2019
reviews

HITCHCOCK

We all go a little mad sometimes. If we’re lucky, we have someone strong and loving there to helps us through the madness.

Posted on December 9, 2012December 14, 2012
trailers

Building a Mystery – HITCHCOCK Trailer

Thinking about The Master of Cinema on a morning where we all have America on the brain.

Posted on November 7, 2012November 12, 2012
reviews

THOR

Marvel drops the hammer in the race to The Avengers.

Posted on May 10, 2011April 30, 2019
reviews

YOU WILL MEET A TALL DARK STRANGER

The grass is always greener…until you find yourself on that side of the fence.

Posted on October 15, 2010August 7, 2013
festivals, TIFF, Toronto

TIFF Review: YOU WILL MEET A TALL DARK STRANGER

Festival Selection and Sexy Directors are No Guarantee of Quality.

Posted on September 20, 2010August 7, 2013

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