People who enjoy the fart jokes, man-children, homophobic slurs, stereotypes, cliches and objectifying women in movies will probably get a kick out of "The Interview." But those wondering what the big fuss is all about will probably leave their respective viewing experience wondering why they wasted their time in the first place.
More than a cautionary tale, "A Most Violent Year" almost condemns the impossibility of ideals such as the heroic American Dream. While the film shows that this dream is attainable, it lambasts any notion that it can be achieved without making certain concessions. And this is where this film, which takes many cues from Francis Ford Coppolla's great "Godfather" films, connects itself most fully with those two great films. To fulfill the American Dream, compromises must be made. And these aren't always the ones we feel most comfortable making.
The artistic merit of a film always relies on every single piece coming together if not perfectly, then suitably. Acting in film works in the same way. Even though the lead characters are expected to carry entire films, they also need the supporting casts (assuming they exist) to add emotional depth and layers to each and every story. And in some cases (or many really), the supporting cast members manage to steal away the spotlight with the color or dimension that they add. This installment takes a look at the supporting actor performance by a male that stood out most in 2014 to writers David and Francisco Salazar.
The bizarre nature of "Big Eyes'" story and its actual outcomes is perfect for cinematic adaptation and Burton has certainly showcased his way with the material. While the film's tone might feel unbalanced at times, there is no denying that at its best, it is cracking entertainment. And this only adds to the discussion at the core of the film - is art's greatest value in its personal expression or its commercial viability? This film in and of itself can certainly fit right into that conversation when juxtaposed with its creator's output.
Christian Bale stars in the new Terrence Malik film "Knight of Cups." Christian Bale has played an eclectic amount of roles from Moses in the most recent "Exodus: Gods and Kings," to a serial killer in "American Psycho," just to name a few.
Since the beginning of cinema, music has played a crucial role in the viewing experience. As part of Latin Post's "Best of 2014: Film Edition" we will now celebrate two of the most notable film scores of the year:
From playing loyal, easy going Angel Bautista on "Dexter" to ruthless gangster Sal Maroni on the hit TV show "Gotham", David Zayas has worn many hats. Now, Latin Post interviews the award-winning Puerto Rican acting star about his latest role in the upcoming movie "Annie," in theaters on Friday, Dec. 19.
Fans of HBO's fantasy drama "Game of Thrones" thwarted the premium cable network's plans to have the latest teaser trailer expire after a single viewing by posting the 10-second spot to YouTube, where it has been watched more than a million times.
First Look Movie trailers: Star of 'Captain America' and 'The Avengers' Chris Evans is playing an obsessed writer. The girl on fire, Anna Kendrick stars in 'The Last Five Years,' a Broadway-to-film adaptation. And Ewan McGregor plays Jesus and the Devil in "Last Days in the Desert.'
Unlike the other trilogy ender "The Return of the King," this film does not feature a million epilogues that so clearly reveal a reluctance to leave the world and its characters. "The Battle of Five Armies" almost runs away rather quickly. And in many ways it is fitting. The trilogy as a whole has its moments that resemble the grandeur of the original film while never really reaching that level. That it ends on a nostalgic note seems to grasp for what could have been with these films. It was a fun ride, if somewhat of a disappointing one.
"Star Wars Episode VII" plot spoilers are among the news items most in demand from film fans everywhere. There have been plenty of rumors to go around for months including the fates of Luke and the main characters in the new film. Over the last few weeks, Han Solo's fate has also become a big topic of discussion, but shockingly no one has really mentioned where Princess Leia fits into this new galaxy far, far away.
Overall, "Unbroken" is a well-intentioned and refined picture that will move audiences to tears. It celebrates the human spirit of Louis Zamperini, but unfortunately lacks any original or masterful storytelling.
You have to love the rumor mill. Everyone wants to know what is going on with the upcoming "Star Wars" movies. This inevitably leads to a tremendous amount of speculation and new sources. So what has the latest new rumor revealed?
The National Board of Review has picked "A Most Violent Year" as the "Best Film of 2014." J.C. Chandor's crime drama, which tells the story of some thuggish New Jersey-New York oil cartels, was seen as an underdog in the category, which is decided by the more than one hundred members of the New York-based board.
And here come the rumors. Over the last few weeks, "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" has been a hot topic of debate. The teaser trailer debuted around the world, generating a plethora of new conversations. Is the new lightsaber brilliant or silly? Why is John Boyega's storm trooper lost in the dessert? Is that dessert planet Tatooine? What planet is Oscar Isaac on in his X-wing? Where are the storm troopers headed? Is the CGI shot of the Millennium Falcon really a step in the right direction or is this film slated to be over-reliant on CGI like the prequels?
