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Monthly Archives: May 2021

Jan de Bont made his directing debut with the blockbuster thriller Speed, out now in a stunning 4K upgrade. After years as a sought-after cinematographer, the helmer was the perfect soul to bring this unique concept to life. Having Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock’s sizzling cinematic chemistry at the center […]

Speed 4K Review: Pop Quiz, Hotshot… and It Looks Amazing!

May 8, 2021 in DVD Reviews / DVD/Blu-Ray tagged Dennis Hopper / DVD Reviews / DVD/Blu-Ray / Keanu Reeves / Sandra Bullock / Speed by joeldamos

Guy Ritchie and Jason Statham famously first worked as director and actor in the 1998 gem that is Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels and then again in the 2000 instant classic Snatch. It’s taken 20 years, but the dynamic duo is back together working in the crime milieu with […]

Wrath of Man Review: Guy Ritchie & Jason Statham Reunite ...

May 7, 2021 in Movie Reviews tagged Guy Ritchie / Jason Statham / Movie Reviews / Wrath of Man by joeldamos

David Oyelowo picked the perfect project, on a myriad of levels, to make his directorial debut. The Water Man features the Selma star and Rosario Dawson as a married couple with the smartest and wisest of sons, Gunner (Lonnie Chavis). They have moved to a small town with hopes that […]

The Water Man Review: David Oyelowo Stars and Makes an ...

May 6, 2021 in Movie Reviews tagged David Oyelowo / Movie Reviews / Rosario Dawson / The Water Man by joeldamos

The final trailer for A Quiet Place Part II has arrived and it is a reason to celebrate. The John Krasinski film was going to debut last year, but the Coronavirus had other plans. As the nation gets vaccinated, Paramount felt confident that it was finally time to bring the […]

A Quite Place Part II Final Trailer: The Long Wait ...

May 6, 2021 in Movie Trailers tagged A Quiet Place Part II / Movie Trailers by joeldamos

The short story The Prize must have struck a chord with comedic legend Billy Crystal. The SNL veteran not only stars in the film—Here Today—based on the story but co-wrote it and directs it as well. The pairing of comedienne Tiffany Haddish and Crystal is not only comedy gold, but […]

Here Today Review: Billy Crystal and Tiffany Haddish Forge An ...

May 6, 2021 in Movie Reviews tagged Billy Crystal / Here Today / Movie Reviews / Tiffany Haddish by joeldamos

Judas and the Black Messiah has incredible timing with its arrival on Blu-ray, DVD, and various digital formats. The film is fresh from its twin Oscar victories for Daniel Kaluuya (Best Supporting Actor) and Best Original Song Fight For You—performed by H.E.R. with the singer-songwriter’s piercing sonic succulence. Speaking of […]

Judas and the Black Messiah Blu-ray Review: One of the ...

May 5, 2021 in DVD Reviews / DVD/Blu-Ray tagged DVD Reviews / DVD/Blu-Ray / Judas and the Black Messiah by joeldamos

Fresh from his “surprise” Oscar win for Best Actor for The Father, Anthony Hopkins stars in The Virtuoso—out in theaters and everywhere you can rent currently, and DVD and Blu-ray today, May 4. The thing is, as much as the two-time Oscar winner is in the thriller, the titular character […]

The Virtuoso Review: Contract Killer Tale Will Keep You Guessing

May 4, 2021 in Movie Reviews tagged Movie Reviews / The Virtuoso by joeldamos

Marvel hit it out of the park once again. They released a 3-minute-plus teaser that not only showcased where we’ve been (with a Stan Lee voiceover that will bring tears to your eyes) but is a firm look at where we are going. The first film out of the gate […]

Marvel “Celebrates the Movies” with Tease for Phase 4: Titles ...

May 3, 2021 in Movie Clips / Movie Trailers tagged Marvel / MCU / Movie Clips / Movie Trailers by joeldamos

I’ll never forget seeing Donnie Darko for the first time, or the most recent viewing that was on sparkling electric 4K and is available now. Whether 2001 or 2021, what makes this Jake Gyllenhaal starring film so resonant is how writer-director Richard Kelly’s film spooks as it worms its way […]

Donnie Darko 4K Review: Jake Gyllenhaal & Richard Kelly’s Terrific ...

May 3, 2021 in DVD Reviews / DVD/Blu-Ray tagged Donnie Darko / DVD Reviews / DVD/Blu-Ray / Jake Gyllenhaal by joeldamos