All in all this a fun summer movie that does not break new ground. However, unlike most summer movies and recent action movies trying to create deep and emotional themes, this film is only trying to create a fun and breezy flick to entertain audiences. In that aim, it undeniably succeeds.
"Dark Places" is an undeniably suitable name for a film about hiding, deception and its consequences. Moreover, the film's title intuitively suggests the journey into the dark recesses of the subconscious and memory that locks away traumas of the past.
However, what makes this film compelling is not the technology behind it. It is story that perfectly balances comedy and drama and provides for an exciting 90 minutes.
"Cartel Land" is not a film for everyone and some of the imagery will weigh heavily on he or she that braves the experience. One scene takes us into the home of a woman who relates the murder of her husband and her rape at the hands of cartel leaders. The woman, staring blankly at the camera, is a painful image to behold, her inexpressive face revealing the irreversible damage done to her.
It is a damage that for the time being, looks like it will continue for many innocent people for years and years to come.
Despite its shortcomings, "Max" should please audiences looking for a family film filled with adventure and lovable dogs. It helps to have a solid cast of characters to lead the way, even if the people we are expected to bond with are people we have met in other iterations, possibly better ones.
"Inside Out" moves at a riveting clip, coming off as an adventure story like no other. It will certainly provide viewers with a new perspective on our emotions and whether we or something else has control over them and by extension our behavior and actions. There can be no doubt - Pixar is back on top and quite possibly at the best it has ever been.
Despite the shortcomings, "Jurassic World" is a well-paced summer blockbuster with a strong cast and terrific visuals. The social commentary on the state of the industry adds to the fun making this one of the better summer films of 2015 and one of the finer reboots of recent memory.
All in all "San Andreas" will entertain audiences looking for escapism. However, that is all it is, a means of escaping reality and the difficulties of life. However, if an audience member had ever experienced a natural disaster, this is a movie that will surely infuriate and question why this even allowed to be made.
All in all this film is a disappointment. To come from the genius mind of Brad Bird who has made "The Incredibles," "Ratatouille" and "Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol," this film feels flat. Perhaps audiences will enjoy the sheer spectacle and the action sequences but after a few seconds that will dry up and the only thing left the mind will be confusion.
All in all audiences will get chances to laugh in this poorly conceived effort. However, it is a movie that is a step back in Hollywood. This is the type of movie actresses should be repulsed in and should skew away from if they want the system to ever change
Marvel's "Avengers: of Age of Ultron" is a fun and engaging film filled with impressive action sequences. However, for moviegoers looking for something refreshing, original and innovative, disappointment awaits as this film offers none of the above.
All in all "Ex Machina" is a beautifully produced Science Fiction film that represents the best of filmmaking and also showcases the possibilities in an overproduced genre.
