Movies

News
01/13/15
"Star Trek 3": 2016 Release Date, But Will We Also See a "Trek" Back on TV?
By Andrew Whalen
"Star Trek 3" is on the way from Paramount and new director, Justin Lin. But with the 50th anniversary of "Star Trek" in 2016, a return to television seems inevitable. One network president in particular is gunning to bring "Star Trek" back to TV.
News
01/12/15
Star Wars 7 Book Club: ‘The Force Awakens’ That Could Have Been, ‘The Thrawn Trilogy’ Chapter 1
By Andrew Whalen
Join us as we read "The Thrawn Trilogy" in time to decide whether or not its better than "Star Wars: The Force Awakens." Chapter 1 introduces us to new "Star Wars" villain: Grand Admiral Thrawn.

News
Star Wars Movies Drops Screenwriter, Picks up "Star Wars Rebels" Creator for Upcoming Spin-Off Film
"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" may be coming this year, but what about the far-flung future of "Star Wars" movies? A new development has big implications for the next movie in the relaunched Disney "Star Wars" universe.
By Andrew Whalen 01/12/15
News
'Star Wars Rebels' Characters Joined by Lando Calrissian in New Episode, but What About Lobot?
"Star Wars Rebels" introduces a beloved old face in the next episode, as Lando Calrissian guests. Here's what we know about the Lando Calrissian episode of "Star Wars Rebels."
By Andrew Whalen 01/12/15
News
‘The Silmarillion’ Movie Won’t Happen: After ‘The Hobbit 3,’ Peter Jackson Will Never Return To Middle Earth
The Hobbit 3 is a huge success, so will Peter Jackson do The Silmarillion next? NOPE! Never gonna happen.
By Apolon 01/05/15
Reviews
'The Interview' Review: It's OK ¯_(ツ)_/¯
"The Interview" is out and... it's OK. Surprisingly, "The Interview" succeeds more as an action-thriller than a comedy.
By Andrew Whalen 12/26/14
Reviews
‘Inherent Vice’ Movie Review: Pynchon and PTA Film Goes Wide, Bums Around, Reveals Secrets of World Elite
"Inherent Vice" justifies all your paranoia with absurd wit and horrific happenstance. The random becomes the sinister in a conspiracy movie set in the 70's, but worthy of 2014.
By Andrew Whalen 12/18/14
News
Sony Hack 2014: “The Interview” Stars Seth Rogen and James Franco Are Wrong About Reporting on Stolen Data
Everyone should go see "The Interview," even if Seth Rogen and James Franco are wrong about reporting on the Sony hack. Here's why.
By Andrew Whalen 12/17/14
Reviews
‘The Hobbit: Battle Of The Five Armies’ Review: ‘The Hobbit’ 3 Is The Worst In The Trilogy, And My Favorite
'The Hobbit' 3 is out now, and our 'Battle of the Five Armies' review takes a look at where the movie went wrong--and why it might be your favorite anyway.
By Apolon 12/17/14
Reviews
‘Ida’ Movie Review: A Redditor’s Worst Nightmare and a Catholic’s Worst Nightmare Take a Road Trip Through Post-Holocaust Poland
"Ida" is a movie unlike any other you'll see this year. A dark road movie, "Ida" explores the power, and limits, of family connections in a Poland haunted by the Holocaust.
By Andrew Whalen 12/11/14
News
'Star Trek 3' Director Roberto Orci Dropped: Great News, Paramount is Rebooting the Reboot Sequel
Roberto Orci was one of the writers of "Star Trek: Into Darkness," already enough reason to be worried about "Star Trek 3" under his direction. Now he's gone. Who might boldly replace him?
By Andrew Whalen 12/05/14
Reviews
'The Babadook' Movie Review: The More You Deny Death's Existence, The Stronger He Gets
Three knocks on the door, ba-ba-ba, then three more, DOOK-DOOK-DOOK, the Babadook is coming. You should see "The Babadook," but don't listen to the hype, the movie has been inflated too much.
By Andrew Whalen 12/03/14
Reviews
'Nightcrawler' Film Review: A Street Shark's Guide to Business
While "Nightcrawler" has been out for over a month, the movie is gaining traction as it spreads across the country. This is a movie you won't forget, a portrait of a twisted street monster. And while Jake Gyllenhaal as Lou Bloom is a chilling performance, you'll also find yourself laughing and gasping at the audacity on display.
By Andrew Whalen 12/02/14
News
'Star Wars' Comics Marvel #1: Disney and Marvel Are Putting the Focus Back On Luke Skywalker in a Big Way
"Star Wars" #1 is coming from Marvel. It will track the adventures of Luke, Leia, Han, Chewbacca, and the droids in the days between the explosion of the Death Star and the Battle of Hoth. It also heralds a renewed interest in Luke Skywalker. Expect to see a lot more Luke between now and the release of "Star Wars Episode 7: The Force Awakens" in Dec. of 2015.
By Andrew Whalen 11/21/14
News
'King and the Mockingbird' Review: The Animation Masterpiece That Inspired Studio Ghibli is Finally Coming to America
Unless you're an animation buff you've probably never heard of "The King and the Mockingbird," even though its influence can be seen in everything from "Princess Mononoke" to "The Iron Giant." The French classic will finally see an American release this year.
By Andrew Whalen 11/18/14
News
Star Wars Comic 'Darth Vader' Preview: Stop Elevating Jabba
Jabba the Hutt is a backwoods hick, running a crime syndicate on the planet Tatooine. So how does he keep getting mixed up in interstellar affairs? A new preview for the first issue of upcoming Marvel comic "Darth Vader," has Jabba going toe-to-toe with the most powerful Sith Lord in the galaxy. So what could Jabba possibly offer Vader?
By Andrew Whalen 11/14/14
Reviews
'Big Hero 6' Movie Review: Superheroes Ruin Everything
"Big Hero 6" gets off to a great start, with an expansive and exciting science fiction universe. Too bad it quickly settles into the kind of superhero movie Marvel can produce in its sleep.
By Andrew Whalen 11/13/14
Reviews
'Interstellar' Movie Review: Humans Are Alien to Nolan
"Interstellar" is both Christopher Nolan's most interesting movie and one of his worst. "Interstellar" reaches for the stars, asking us to consider humanity as a whole and our future in the galaxy. In this, it is worthwhile. But a number of flaws keep it from achieving science fiction greatness.
By Andrew Whalen 11/12/14
Reviews
'John Wick' Movie Review: When Life Gives Him Bullets Keanu Reeves Gives You Headshots
"John Wick" is a movie loaded with the best kind of violence. It's full of lots of people getting things pressed into their skulls... usually bullets. "John Wick" will remind you of Keanu Reeves in "The Matrix," showing what an actor with limited range is capable of when given a role perfect for him.
By Andrew Whalen 11/04/14
News
Christopher Nolan Net Worth: 'Interstellar' Movie Director Should Be Taxed More
'Interstellar' is going to make a ton of money and Christopher Nolan gets to take home 10%. We should tax it at 90%. It's not about Christopher Nolan, it's about everyone.
By Andrew Whalen 10/31/14
News
'Star Wars Despecialized Edition' Download: The Ethical Case for Jedi Piracy
If Disney or Lucasfilm can't or won't make available the pre-Special Edition "Star Wars" films, is it okay to pirate them? With the existence of the "Star Wars Despecialized Edition" I believe there's a strong argument for the ethical righteousness of piracy, at least for "Star Wars."
By Andrew Whalen 10/14/14
News
Best Horror Movies NOT on Netflix: 13 Halloween Films To Pick Up at a Video Store if Netflix Hadn't Killed Them
Netflix killed all the video stores by having the most comprehensive movie collection ever available. But now that they make more money streaming, Netflix is slowly strangling it's own DVD delivery service. This is a little like a bartender putting everyone out of business with an incredible beer selection, then switching to Natty Light once he/she is the only game in town. So watch horror movies this Halloween, but leave Netflix behind.
By Andrew Whalen 10/07/14
News
Frozen 2 Release Date: Disney Keeps Teasing Us, But It Hasn't Even Started Working On A Sequel
Disney is giving Frozen 2 the time it needs to develop.
By Apolon 09/29/14
News
‘Evangelion 4.0’ Release Date: When Will ‘Evangelion Final’ Come Out, And Will It Be Terrible?
I can't wait for "Evangelion: Final"... too bad we have to.
By Apolon 05/26/14

Movies

Trending Now