As of late, animated films seem to be going for the shock and awe effect. Following Dreamworks’ The Croods, Epic is the second CGI-animated movie of 2013 to place emphasis on awestruck adventure, with both the characters and audience exploring a dazzling new world for the first time together. Certainly in this aspect, the latest from Blue Sky Studios – …
Before The Avengers was released, probably the greatest concern was that, with a cast of multiple heroes – all of whom have strong, distinct personalities – the film would feel over-stuffed and too busy. Somehow, writer-director Joss Whedon managed to hurdle that trap. The makers of Rise of the Guardians, however, are less fortunate. It’s not there’s little to recommend …
It seems like children’s book author William Joyce is the new go-to guy for a fresh take on animated stories. We’ve already seen the trailers for The Guardians or as we like to call them, “The Fairy-Tale Avengers” and now here’s a first look at the next animated adaptation of one of his books, Epic. It’s filled with pint-sized warriors, lush forest …
Back at the beginning of the year we profiled the 25 most interesting and eagerly anticipated movie releases from the first 6 months of 2012. Now it’s time to consider the treats in store for cinemagoers in the second half of the year. The Dictator: The latest no holds barred, politically incorrect comedy from Borat and Ali G star Sacha …
One of the animated movies that I’m looking forward to most this year, has to be Dreamworks’ Rise of the Guardians. Besides for the magical trailer though, there hasn’t been that much of a marketing drive behind it.This is a bit baffling as this tale is essentially the Fairy Tale version of The Avengers! I guess there’s just not that much …
It would be naive to say climate change is not real — or that …
A spooky European village. Properly scary castle mania. Vampires. Werewolves! The only thing more frightening, is a glimpse at your empty bank account when it comes to deciding whether or not you can grab Resident Evil Village this month. Capcom's successor to its long-running survival-horror franchise is finally out, and if you've read our review then you know the game is a winner on multiple levels.
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