Tag: Rated R

Review, Theatrical

Time for a Reel MUTINY review

About the film (courtesy of Lionsgate): After witnessing his billionaire boss’s murder and being framed for the crime, Cole Reed (Jason Statham) boards a cargo ship on a one-man crusade to avenge his boss’ death only to discover an international conspiracy. Anyone who has seen more than a couple of R-rated Jason Statham action thrillers …

Review, Theatrical

Time for a Reel ONE NIGHT ONLY review

About the film (courtesy of Universal Pictures): Recently dumped Owen (Callum Turner) and hopeful romantic Allie (Monica Barbaro) might be the only two singles in the city looking for more than just a quick encounter. They both feel a spark when they meet, but a series of missteps and side quests complicate their night, keeping …

Review, Theatrical

Time for a Reel THE ODYSSEY review

About the film (courtesy of Universal Pictures): Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is a mythic action epic shot across the world using brand new IMAX® film technology, bringing Homer’s foundational saga to IMAX® film screens for the first time. Homer’s The Odyssey, a timeless and epic poem composed of 24 books, is a cornerstone of classical …

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Time for a Reel JACKASS: BEST AND LAST review

About the film (courtesy of Paramount Pictures): Johnny Knoxville and the gang return for one final fling at the big screen. Featuring all-new stunts and stupidity along with the greatest hits and biggest laughs from the past, Jackass: Best and Last is a joyously raucous celebration of all the mischievous camaraderie that you’ve come to …

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Time for a Reel POWER BALLAD review

About the film (courtesy of Lionsgate): When Rick (Paul Rudd), a past-his-prime wedding singer, meets fading boy-band star Danny (Nick Jonas) during a gig, the two bond over music and a late-night jam session. But when Danny turns one of Rick’s songs into the hit that reignites his career, Rick sets out to reclaim the …

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Time for a Reel IS GOD IS review

About the film (courtesy of Amazon MGM Studios and Orion Pictures): Two sisters embark on an epic quest for revenge, confronting a charged family history that will push them to extraordinary lengths. The film is Aleshea Harris’ directorial debut and is based on Harris’ adaptation of her award-winning play of the same name. Clocking in …

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Time for a Reel OBSESSION review

About the film (courtesy of Focus Features): After breaking the mysterious “One Wish Willow” to win his crush’s heart, a hopeless romantic finds himself getting exactly what he asked for but soon discovers that some desires come at a dark, sinister price. There is an old adage that warns us to be careful what we …

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Time for a Reel MORTAL KOMBAT II review

About the film (courtesy of New Line Cinema): This time, the fan favorite champions—now joined by Johnny Cage himself—are pitted against one another in the ultimate, no-holds barred, gory battle to defeat the dark rule of Shao Kahn that threatens the very existence of the Earthrealm and its defenders. There is a specific kind of …

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Time for a Reel MIKE & NICK & NICK & ALICE review

About the film (courtesy of 20th Century Studios): Two gangsters and the woman they love try to survive the most dangerous night of their lives. As if that wasn’t enough, there’s one wild ingredient added to the mix: a time machine. The digital landscape is often cluttered with generic action comedies, but every so often, …

Review, Theatrical

Time for a Reel UNDERTONE review

About the film (courtesy of A24): The host of a popular paranormal podcast becomes haunted by terrifying recordings mysteriously sent her way. In a film that presents “found audio” rather than “found footage,” undertone is a unique and at times deeply enthralling piece. Directed by Ian Tuason, undertone tries to do a lot with very …