Written by Rebecca Marie Taylor. In Ron Marshall Thurber’s raunchy comedy, the laughs may be cheap, but they definitely keep ’em coming. While some of the plot twists are fairly predictable, the narrative moves along quickly and there isn’t a lull in the action. If asked what movies We’re the Millers is reminiscent of, the …
Written by Guillermo Troncoso. Scattered “action” sequences aside, there’s barely an explosion (well, there’s one) or car-chase to be found amongst the bizarre plot, which can only be based on a true story. Yes, this is pretty different for a Michael Bay film. The film tells the – mostly – true story of Daniel Lugo, …
Iconic Characters by Catey Hurren. Tonight’s Menu: Hannibal Lecter. This culinarian sociopath has graced his presence among numerous countdowns as one of the most memorable villains in cinema and literature. Thomas Harris’ creation of the flesh thirsty doctor has been embodied by several actors channelling adaptations of Harris’ novels: Manhunter (1986), The Silence of the …
Written by Zac Platt. After proving that no comic is unfilmable with Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, writer/director Edgar Wright reunites with star and co-writer Simon Pegg, Nick Frost and producer Nira Park for the third instalment in the so-called “Cornetto Trilogy” with The World’s End. Having previously used horror and action in Shaun of …
Written by Christopher D. Bruce. “Colin put down his comb and, arming himself with a nail clipper, beveled the corners of his shaded eyelids to give mystery to his gaze. He had to repeat this often because they grew back quickly.” Michel Gondry’s adaptation of Boris Vian’s novel Foam of the Days revels in the …
Four magicians are given cards telling them to go to a particular location. A year later they are known as ‘The Four Horsemen’ and are holding a spectacular performance funded by a wealthy businessman (Michael Caine). During this performance the foursome pull of one hell of a trick: robbing a bank. Not just any bank, …
