Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

 Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse - 117min - PG

DC Animation was the gold standard, but this film has changed the game.  I want to see more from each of these characters. I collected the books when I was young, and this is the hands down best representation of this property. Sony is going to kick Warners Brother's ass at the box office if they keep this going. Read my full review here.

Creed II

Creed II - 130 min - PG13

I thoroughly enjoyed the first Creed, it was a great way to bring a new spin on the old Rocky Movies.  When I heard they were going to do a sequel I admit I was excited but also a tad scared. I find rarely do the sequels stack up to the original.

Creed II continues the journey and ties in some of the lore of the previous films.  Some advice for Studios and filmmakers. If you have more good story to tell you need to do a sequel, if you see the first one made money and you have no story, DON'T DO A SEQUEL.  Creed II has a lot of great engaging character development to tell.

Read my review here at BlackFlix.

The Girl in the Spider's Web

The Girl in the Spider's Web - 118min - R

The new installment of the Millennium series is based on a new book written by David Lagercrantz. Stieg Larsson passed away in 2004 however the story goes on.  Lagercrantz captures all of the original elements and does a great job of continuing the legacy.

The filmmaker (Fede Alvarez) does a solid job of making a film that fits nicely into the series but suffers from pacing.  Just a few tweaks in editing could make this a solid franchise that has the potential to continue.

See my review on BlackFlix for more on this film. 

Mile 22

Mile 22 - 94min - R

 This is a hot mess of a film. To sum up, some unlikeable people kill some folks and get killed.  Aside for a few bright stars in the film, you can skip it.

Here is my review from Blackflix.

Mission Impossible - Fallout

Mission Impossible - Fallout - 147min - PG13

This is an excellent continuation of the franchise.  Thes folks know how to make a film. When you have the right mix of performances storytelling and cinematography, you don't mess with it.

Here is my review on Blackflix

Ocean's 8

Ocean's 8 - 110 min - PG13

This is a marvelous addition to the franchise. I love how this does nothing to the original fils it doesn't change any of the established story it just adds to it.

This hits every mark of the heist film as well as brings us new characters to explore. Read my full review here on Blackflix. 

Rampage

Rampage  - 107min - PG13

This was a fun ride made by people who also enjoyed the video game it's based on. There are a lot of nods to the game, but really it's just a fun excuse to have giant monsters destroy a city with the Rock.

Funny story Uve Boll was worried that this movie would harm his films series of the same name and was threatening legal action. The titles are the only thing in common. I have seen his trilogy, and they are doing an excellent job of harming themselves, besides he may get more views as unwary people may stumble on to his films looking for this one.

Read my review here on Blackflix

Pacific Rim: Uprising

Pacific Rim: Uprising  - 111 min - PG13

For a check your brain at the door and enjoy giant monster and giant robots fighting it fits the bill. I like this kind of film, but I also enjoy a good story to go with it.  I was not disappointed.  They seem to be setting this up for a franchise, it could be worse.  Read my full review here. 

Tomb Raider

Tomb Raider - 118Min - PG13

This is one area where a reboot makes sense, we are trying to match the look and feel of a release of the video game franchise of the same name.  So you are going to want to start fresh. Alicia Vikander truly embodies the strength and essence of the character.  She totally Jackie Chan'd this performance doing most of her own action scenes.

Read my review here on Blackflix. 

Wonder Woman

Wonder Woman  - 141min  - PG13

This is hands down the best DC film of the modern age. They final reconnected with the character and made a movie that focused on the hero's humanity and not only on their powers.  I have high hopes that Warner Brothers studios takes the right notes. 

This gives me hope that Justice Leauge won't be horrible. Read my review here on BlackFlix

Kong: Skull Island

Kong: Skull Island  - 118min - PG13

This was a promising start to a shared monster universe, and John C Reilly  Stole the show. Seeing my childhood monsters on the screen again in some spectacular effects. The Monsterverse seems to be chugging along, looking forward to Godzilla in 2019 and then Godzilla vs. Kong later.

Read my review here on Blackflix. 

The BFG

The BFG - 117min - PG

Roald Dahl is a master storyteller.  It is challenging to put some of this kid shows on screen without changing something or losing sight of the spirit of the story. I have seen a few Dr. Seuss books ruined by the big screen.  I am looking at you Cat in the Hat. This one transitioned well. I think it helps when you have people who love and understand the story working to make it a film worthy of the story. Read my full review here.

The Legend of Tarzan

The Legend of Tarzan  - 110 min - PG13

This is a reintroduction of this classic tale to the modern age. Does it hold up to the dramatic change in tone and a more modern sensibility? For the most part, it does. Some of the less savory views of the original material have been brought up to date. 

Margo Robbie is a force to be reconded with, Jane is no wilting flower in this retelling.  Read my review here on Balckflix

Triple 9

Triple 9  - 115 - R

This is a perfect example of how to make a film, but it lacks any sort of spirit. Technically all the right boxes were checked however it just missed the mark. This move will be quickly forgotten. Read my full review here.  

Pride and Prejudice and Zombies

Pride and Prejudice and Zombies - 108min - PG13

This movie is better than it should have been. I like Pride and Prejudice, and I like Zombies so why not combine the two?  It does a great job of mixing the two completely different styles of movies. Read my Review here.

13 Hours

13 Hours - 142min - R

I was not looking forward to this movie, I am not a Michael Bay fan.  But this was only produced by him, so his over the top action and loud explosions didn't dominate the screen. I was also pleased this was not a Right Wing rant but more of a focus on the people who were in the center of that conflict and deserve to be remembered.

Read my review here on Blackflix

Star Wars: The Force Awakens

StarWars: The Force Awakens -  136min - PG13

After many years of waiting, we finally get more stories from this series. If done right they will have stories to tell for years, and tears to come.  I really liked so much of this film it's hard to say just one thing. I will say that I look forward to more.  Read my review here.

Steve Jobs

Steve Jobs - 122 min - R

Here is my review of Steve Jobs. Its posted to Blackflix.com I covered a friend who could not attend the screening (I need to get back on the press list).  Read My Review here . This was a good move that was completely made up.  Instead of being the subject of a bio picture he is used as a common denominator to tell a touching father and daughter story.