10 Cloverfield Lane (3/4) | Why John Goodman is one of the best actors in Hollywood

10 Cloverfield Lane (2016) Image Source: IMDb

10 Cloverfield Lane (2016) Image Source: IMDb

As per JJ Abrams, the producer, 10 Cloverfield Lane is a spiritual successor to the mega hit, experimental film, Cloverfield. And for the most part, it does not relate to the other film. No handheld footage, no running around, not much explosions or falling buildings etc etc. But it does remind you of the unexpected panic, the fear of unknown, the craziness of the situation, without seeing much. 

This is a regular 3rd person narrative, sci-fi thriller/horror movie. But that's where the "regularness" ends. It's irregular and special in many other ways. Unlike some other captive horror movies (SAW, for example), this one is not over the top gory or freaky. It's not like stranded/stuck movies (like ROOM), but shows you the emotional turmoil of being stuck. It's a sci-fi movie with Aliens too. It's many movies in one, and they're all good movies.

Michelle has an accident and ends up in a bunker with Howard. He claims the world has come to an end, with nothing left outside. And he's saved her inside, with Emmett. Michele is not convinced, and keeps searching for truth. What is the truth? Has the world ended? Are they kidnapped and being held by a psycho? Is there an alien attack? The questions get answered, and it's not bad!

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One of the best thing about this movie is John Goodman. He truly carries the movie on his shoulders, with his brilliant performance. Mary Elizabeth Winstead is good as the scream queen and damsel in distress. It's repetitive but good performance. John Gallagher, Jr. is kinda bum. Dan Trachtenberg direction is spot on and keeps the movie tight and moving. Lot of unseen terror, until you see it.

If you're into psychological thrillers or sci-fi horror movies, this one would be a good watch. If you like lot of ongoing action, this may not be it.

Terminator Genisys (3/4)

He's back. Watch the new Terminator Genisys trailer starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. http://TerminatorMovie.com

I'll be honest, I have been a fan of the terminator franchise. I didn't even mind the Sarah Connor Chronicles. Or T3, for that matter. So how could I hate this one? My honest rating would be 2/4, but my personal bias towards the franchise, makes it 3/4.

So, this is not a bad movie. It's well casted, well acted, well made with some interesting plot lines and great visuals. But it's not T1 or T2. The story doesn't tie, as well as you would like. Filled with usual cliches, and reminders of those 2 movies (even they ignored T3 & T4). But it's entertaining and fun! 

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Kyle Reese (Jay Courtney) is fighting te machines, for the resistance, lead by legendary John Connor (Jason Clarke). Both fit their roles, although there's lot more than usual, at least for Kyle. He's not just they'll image savior and hero, he's the ultimate destroyer and the villain. Sent to past in 2017 (future from 1984), to protect skynet. Whereas Kyle goes to 2017, from 1984, with young Sarah Conner (Emilia Clarke) with old Terminator (Arnold Schwarzenegger). You do get to see him young too. The fight between old and young Terminator is cool. The dynamics of Kyle and T1, is also cool. Like a girl's father and her boyfriend. Will they be able to destroy skynet and save humanity. Well, watch the movie. But of course they will. It's a movie!

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Do watch this film, if you're fan of the franchise. If not, you can give it a shot. But I suggest, go watch T1 & T2 instead.

Note: These ratings and review are personal opinion of the author.

Tangerine (4/4)

Writer and Director: Sean Baker

Co-writer: Chris Bergoch

Starring: Kitana Kiki Rodriguez, Mya Taylor, James Ransone, Karren Karagulian, and Mickey O’Hagan

Tangerine: Too much going on in a broken world, is there any potential for a positive outcome?  Betrayal. Friendship.  Drug use. Disloyalty. Hustling to get money. Living a double life.  These are some of the adrenaline thrills and behavior we see from the lead characters in feature film, Tangerine.  I was on the edge of my seat from the beginning to the end; Sean Baker created a storyline that made me really care for the characters and fall in love with lead Sin-Dee, who is played by Kitana Kiki Rodriguez.

What defines betrayal? Is it conditional on the relationship? Does it depend on if you’re a coworker, best friend, or lover? This storyline intertwines two worlds, between a taxi driver and prostitutes in Los Angeles, there is plenty of action, pun intended.

This film is a raw and exposed look at getting into trouble in a big city.  Everything will come to surface eventually, whether it’s a mother in law catching her son-in-law cheating, or Sin-Dee’s best friend finding out she lied. This film shows who’s really there for you, and how to steer on the air of caution.  Tangerine defies predictability.

There were sweet moments brief care and love. Was it illusional? Was everything and everyone delusional? I noted a lot of symbolism and metaphors with the films embodiment of twists and turns-that which life can bring. The writer/director, Sean Baker, created this film with an exceptionally artistic eye.

It's a MUST WATCH!

Note: These ratings and review are personal opinion of the author.

Jurassic World (3/4)

Jurassic World - Official Trailer (HD) The Park is Open - June 12 http://www.jurassicworldmovie.com/ Steven Spielberg returns to executive produce the long-awaited next installment of his groundbreaking Jurassic Park series, Jurassic World. Colin Trevorrow directs the epic action-adventure based on the novel "Jurassic Park" by Michael Crichton.

Similar to the Terminator, you and many of others have been fan of Jurassic Park. The first movie in the series was breakthrough in special effects and animatronix, setting up bench mark for many future movies and pushing films into a new era of visuals. Also, the movie made dinosaurs a household thing. Almost all of us had our dinosaur crazy days!

This movie is a definite reminder of those good old days, and that good old movie. Almost so it feels like a rehash, but a good rehash. Amazing effects, great visuals, good performances and not too bad storyline either. It makes for a fun entertaining movie.

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Similar to original, the movie is about a newer better dinosaur theme park owned by Mr Masrani, played by none other than the new Hollywood A-lister from India, Irrfan Khan. Bryce Dallas Howard works for him and looks over and manages yeh park. Chris Pratt is the raptor trainer, and dinosaur lover. All is hunky-dory until the latest crazy dinosaur which is hybrid of T-Rex and raptors among others creatures, sets lose. He's a man made intelligent dinosaur, who just wants to destroy and kill. It's up to our couple and her 2 nephew kids (mother played by completely wasted Judy Greer. Why does she only gets such roles?), to save the day. Well, it's not just that simple but a good way to some it up!

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You should definitely watch this movie, if you're a Jurassic fan or dinosaur fan. Or even if you want to watch a fun summer entertainer. You can ignore it if you don't care about Hollywood summer entertainers!