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The 24th Bond film lazily moves to an illogical and disappointing third act. WARNING: SPOILERS AHEAD Review by Matt Cummings For those of us who remember many of the James Bond films when they were actually released, SPECTRE is something of a coming home party Finally able to tap into the terror group's deep roots within the universe, I personally couldn't wait to see how Director Sam Mendes would introduce the shadowy organization and its top dog. Unfortunately, the 24th Bond film suffers from too plot holes, a bloated run time, and characters who've been shoe-horned into a disappointing third act. When James Bond (Daniel Craig) heads to Mexico City during the Day of the Dead festivities, he learns of a new organization that's behind several high-profile terrorist events. Grounded by M (Ralph Fiennes) for defying orders, Bond instead heads to Rome, only to learn his new enemy is far more deadly than any he's ever faced. SPECTRE is headed by th

The Peanuts Movie is a warm Linus blanket, with a Snoopy wrapped inside, ready for his big day. Review by Matt Cummings It's been a tough two months at the box office: for every Martian , Bridge of Spies , and Goosebumps , there's been three duds to take each of their places. Thankfully, The Peanuts Movie will not suffer the same fate: it's the best children's film since Paddington and could be the top animated film of 2015. Set amongst the deep history of the franchise, The Peanuts Movie reintroduces us to Charlie Brown, Linus, Lucy, Schroeder and of course Snoopy, the beagle with a huge imagination and a healthy dislike for his nemesis, The Red Baron. When Charlie Brown gets a new neighbor - the enigmatic Little Red-Haired Girl - he takes steps to win her affection But, bad luck isn't far behind as a series of guffaws and bad timing leave Charlie Brown wondering if he'll ever meet his one true love. Faced with a book report deadline, the en

A retelling of the historical times when women fought for their rights to vote and gain equality. Review by Erika Ashley Suffragette is a historical drama based on true events from the late nineteenth and early twentieth century depicting the lives of working women in Europe fighting for their right to politically vote. The story follows a younger lower-class working woman Maud Watts, played by Carey Mulligan, and how her internal yearning for equality awakens after witnessing the Suffragette’s impact first hand. With a helping nudge from a fellow worker Violet Miller, played by Anne-Marie Duff, Maud finds herself flung into joining a group of local Suffragettes. After joining the ranks she faces many trials and tribulations, often questioning her own abilities and self-worth during her attempts to earn the vote. With only eight years of directing experience under her belt, the British film director, Sarah Gavron, brings a lackluster attempt at entering into Oscar seas

Room wastes a golden Oscar opportunity. Review by Matt Cummings In Director Lenny Abrahamson's Room , Joy (Brie Larson) has been held captive for seven years in a 10x10 shed, a victim of a friendly offer to help find a fictitious lost dog. Her captor Old Nick (Sean Bridges) continues to rape her, having fathered the now-five-year-old Jack (Jacob Tremblay) along the way. The long-haired, diaper-bound Jack has never seen the outside world, except for what their skylight and tiny television provide. But when Joy begins to crack under the pressure, she makes a daring escape plan that sees Nick arrested and her world returned reopened. But things have changed for her family, namely the divorce of her mother (Joan Allen) and father (William H. Macy) over Joy's kidnapping. As Jack begins to adjust to the real world, Joy battles depression and a renewed sense of helplessness, as she struggles to gain closure on her experiences. Abrahamson makes Joy's world a depr

Win Tickets To An Advance Screening For MY ALL AMERICAN on November 11th at 7:00 PM In ALBUQUERQUE. What Freddie Steinmark ( Finn Wittrock ) wants most in the world is to play football. Deemed too small by the usual athletic standards, his father trains him hard, and Freddie brings a fight to the game that ultimately gets him noticed — by none other than legendary University of Texas coach Darrell Royal ( Aaron Eckhart ). Awarded a scholarship and a chance to play for the Longhorns, Freddie sets off to Austin with his loving high school sweetheart Linda ( Sarah Bolger ), determined to make the team. Alongside his old teammate Bobby Mitchell ( Rett Terrell ) and new pal James Street ( Juston Street ), Freddie is put through the paces of a grueling practice schedule, but the boys' camaraderie off the field translates into solid playing on it, and they rise up the depth charts, giving the Longhorns a real chance to turn the team around. But just when they’re reveling in the su

Win Tickets To An Advance Screening For MY ALL AMERICAN on November11th at 7:00 PM In Las Vegas. What Freddie Steinmark ( Finn Wittrock ) wants most in the world is to play football. Deemed too small by the usual athletic standards, his father trains him hard, and Freddie brings a fight to the game that ultimately gets him noticed — by none other than legendary University of Texas coach Darrell Royal ( Aaron Eckhart ). Awarded a scholarship and a chance to play for the Longhorns, Freddie sets off to Austin with his loving high school sweetheart Linda ( Sarah Bolger ), determined to make the team. Alongside his old teammate Bobby Mitchell ( Rett Terrell ) and new pal James Street ( Juston Street ), Freddie is put through the paces of a grueling practice schedule, but the boys' camaraderie off the field translates into solid playing on it, and they rise up the depth charts, giving the Longhorns a real chance to turn the team around. But just when they’re reveling in the succe

Win Tickets To An Advance Screening For MY ALL AMERICAN on November 11th at 7:00 PM In Phoenix. What Freddie Steinmark ( Finn Wittrock ) wants most in the world is to play football. Deemed too small by the usual athletic standards, his father trains him hard, and Freddie brings a fight to the game that ultimately gets him noticed — by none other than legendary University of Texas coach Darrell Royal ( Aaron Eckhart ). Awarded a scholarship and a chance to play for the Longhorns, Freddie sets off to Austin with his loving high school sweetheart Linda ( Sarah Bolger ), determined to make the team. Alongside his old teammate Bobby Mitchell ( Rett Terrell ) and new pal James Street ( Juston Street ), Freddie is put through the paces of a grueling practice schedule, but the boys' camaraderie off the field translates into solid playing on it, and they rise up the depth charts, giving the Longhorns a real chance to turn the team around. But just when they’re reveling in the succes

See Alice return to the whimsical world of Underland and travel back in time to save the Mad Hatter in the new ALICE THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS teaser trailer. In Disney’s “ Alice Through the Looking Glass ,” an all-new spectacular adventure featuring the unforgettable characters from Lewis Carroll’s beloved stories, Alice returns to the whimsical world of Underland and travels back in time to save the Mad Hatter. Directed by James Bobin, who brings his own unique vision to the spectacular world Tim Burton created on screen in 2010 with “Alice in Wonderland,” the film is written by Linda Woolverton based on characters created by Lewis Carroll and produced by Joe Roth, Suzanne Todd and Jennifer Todd and Tim Burton with John G. Scotti serving as executive producer. “Alice Through the Looking Glass” reunites the all-star cast from the worldwide blockbuster phenomenon, including: Johnny Depp, Anne Hathaway, Mia Wasikowska and Helena Bonham Carter along with the voices of Alan Rickma

Win Tickets To An Advance Screening For LOVE THE COOPERS on November 11th at 7:30 PM In Roseville. IF YOU BRING A NEW TOY TO THE SCREENING OF LOVE THE COOPERS, YOU WILL GET A FRONT-OF-THE-LINE PASS IN TO THE THEATER. GOFOBO TICKET STILL REQUIRED FOR ENTRY. About The Sheriff's Toy Project: The Sheriff's Toy Project an innovative collaboration between peace officers, non-profit agencies, private donors and businesses, was created to better serve less fortunate children and families. The program provides a character building environment for offenders, who work with law enforcement officers to help people who are in times of need or suffering from hardship. The Toy Project provides a connection between law enforcement, people in need and those in the community capable of giving. http://www.toyproject.org/ LOVE THE COOPERS follows the Cooper clan as four generations of extended family come together for their annual Christmas Eve celebration. As the evening unfolds, a

When a power outage traps six different groups of New Yorkers inside elevators on Christmas Eve, they find that laughter, romance, and a little bit of faith will get them through - and change their lives in unexpected ways. A heartless real estate tycoon ( Patrick Stewart ) clings to life in a precarious construction elevator hundreds of feet off the ground. Relationships are brought to light for a musician ( Cheryl Hines ) stuck with her dysfunctional orchestra and an aspiring fashion photographer ( James Roday ) with an eye for the introverted paralegal in his building ( Julianna Guill ). A crass HR manager ( Max Casella ) trapped with the employee he just fired ( Jon Heder ) and a cynical doctor ( Gary Cole ) escorting his terminal patient are forced to reconsider the way they think about others in this all-star ensemble comedy that proves that in a city of six million, you never know who you’ll get stuck with. Please Leave A Comment-