While Greek myths are often reinterpreted and adapted into modern-day tales, Egyptian mythology rarely takes shape on the big screen. When it does, more often than not it's the trappings of the ancient culture that fascinate us, rather than the gods in the pantheon. The Mummy Probably the most successful depiction of Egyptian mythology on… Continue reading Mythology in Movies: The Egyptians
Month: November 2012
Silver Linings Playbook…Most Uplifting of 2012
Silver Linings Playbook has all the qualifications to be the quirkiest film of the year on the exterior, and the most emotionally accessible on its inner core
Taken 2 is the mindless action movie we’ve been waiting for
Often when I criticize a movie like Skyfall for half-baked plots and shallow characterization, what I hear in response is, "Whatever, it's just a mindless action movie." But I don't believe that's true. A movie decides what it's going to be - Daniel Craig's Bond was a deviation from previous movies in that it wanted… Continue reading Taken 2 is the mindless action movie we’ve been waiting for
Mythology in Movies: King Arthur
The legend of King Arthur has enough drama to launch a thousand soap operas: extramarital affairs, an orphan destined for great things, wizards, magic, dragons, incest, and a holy quest. It's no surprise that the story has been told dozens of times in modern cinema.
Skyfall–all flash, little substance
I was really excited to see a movie I was sure to love because I've been a bit of a Negative Nancy as of late. But sadly, after the initial high of the thrill ride passed, I ended up somewhat disappointed with the latest Bond installment. ****EXTREMELY HUGE SPOILERS AHEAD**** Skyfall is clearly a Bond… Continue reading Skyfall–all flash, little substance
Ben Affleck’s Argo – Fact vs. Fiction
My review of Ben Affleck's Argo covers the movie plus the facts vs. fiction elements of the film.
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