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Tag: Marvel

Hasta La Vista…Summer (July)

We did it! We made it through another summer and while the outdoor heat wasn’t too bad (in Minnesota, at least) the box office was on fire. I’ll admit that I indulged in summer fun a bit more than I should, distracting me from reviewing some key movies over the last three months so I…
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September 3, 2015
Movie Review ~ Big Hero 6

Movie Review Big Hero 6 8/10 The Facts Synopsis: The special bond that develops between plus-sized inflatable robot Baymax and prodigy Hiro Hamada, who team up with a group of friends to form a band of high-tech heroes. Director: Don Hall, Chris Williams Stars: Ryan Potter, Scott Adsit, T.J. Miller, Jamie Chung, Damon Wayans Jr.,…
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November 6, 2014
Movie Review ~ Guardians of the Galaxy

Movie Review Guardians of the Galaxy 9/10 The Facts Synopsis: In the far reaches of space, an American pilot named Peter Quill finds himself the object of a manhunt after stealing an orb coveted by the villainous Ronan. Director: James Gunn Stars: Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Lee Pace, Michael…
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July 31, 2014
Movie Review ~ X-Men: Days of Future Past

Movie Review X-Men: Days of Future Past 7.5/10 The Facts Synopsis: The X-Men send Wolverine to the past in a desperate effort to change history and prevent an event that results in doom for both humans and mutants. Director: Bryan Singer Stars: Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen, Hugh Jackman, Michael Fassbender, James McAvoy, Jennifer Lawrence, Halle…
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May 28, 2014
Movie Review ~ The Amazing Spider-Man 2

Movie Review The Amazing Spider-Man 2 7/10 The Facts Synopsis: Peter Parker runs the gauntlet as the mysterious company Oscorp sends up a slew of supervillains against him, impacting on his life. Director: Marc Webb Stars: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone, Jamie Foxx, Dane DeHaan, Campbell Scott, Embeth Davidtz, Colm Feore, Paul Giamatti, Sally Field, B.J.…
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May 2, 2014
Movie Review ~ Captain America: The Winter Soldier

Movie Review Captain America: The Winter Soldier 8/10 The Facts Synopsis: Steve Rogers struggles to embrace his role in the modern world and battles a new threat from old history: the Soviet agent known as the Winter Soldier. Director: Anthony & Joe Russo Stars: Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Samuel L. Jackson, Robert Redford, Sebastian Stan,…
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April 4, 2014
Movie Review ~ Captain America: The First Avenger

Down from the Shelf Captain America: The First Avenger 8/10 The Facts Synopsis: After being deemed unfit for military service, Steve Rogers volunteers for a top secret research project that turns him into Captain America, a superhero dedicated to defending USA ideals. Director: Joe Johnston Stars: Chris Evans, Tommy Lee Jones, Hugo Weaving, Hayley Atwell,…
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April 4, 2014
The Silver Bullet ~ Guardians of the Galaxy

Synopsis: In the far reaches of space, an American pilot named Peter Quill finds himself the object of a manhunt after stealing an orb coveted by the villainous Ronan. Release Date: August 1, 2014 Thoughts: I should start out by saying that I’m totally familiar with the Guardians of the Galaxy comic and all of…
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February 19, 2014
Movie Review ~ Thor: The Dark World

Movie Review Thor: The Dark World 7/10 The Facts Synopsis: Faced with an enemy that even Odin and Asgard cannot withstand, Thor must embark on his most perilous and personal journey yet, one that will reunite him with Jane Foster and force him to sacrifice everything to save us all. Director: Alan Taylor Stars: Chris…
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January 8, 2014
Movie Review ~ The Wolverine

Movie Review The Wolverine 7.5/10 The Facts Synopsis: Summoned to Japan by an old acquaintance, Wolverine becomes embroiled in a conflict that forces him to confront his own demons. Director: James Mangold Stars: Hugh Jackman, Will Yun Lee, Svetlana Khodchenkova, Hiroyuki Sanada, Hal Yamanouchi, Tao Okamoto, Rila Fukushima, Brian Tee, Famke Janssen Rated: PG-13 Trailer…
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August 5, 2013