Geostorm is the latest sci-fi/disaster movie starring Gerard Butler, Jim Sturgess, Abbie Cornish, Eugenio Derbez and some super expensive special effects.
Directed by Dean Devlin, the story centres around a climate-controlling satellite that needs to be stopped from creating one of the biggest storms the world has ever seen.
I’m going to be honest, I’m tuning in mainly for the special effects. Everything else will just be a bonus. As such, may the effects please be as thrilling as they are in San Andreas (2015).
Kathryn Winnick, Alexandra Maria Lara and Gregory Alan Williams also star.
My instincts, after watching the trailer for The Assignment, the latest film from Michelle Rodriguez and Sigourney Weaver, were correct. By which I mean, it’s not very good. In fact, The Assignment is one of those movies you should probably watch if at all, whilst doing something else. Because you may find yourself mad for not respecting your time enough if you give it your full attention.
Directed by Walter Hill, the story centres around a hitman (Rodriguez) who is turned into a hit woman (Rodriguez), without prior consent. Therefore, vengeance must follow against ‘The Doctor’ (Weaver) responsible.
I know, I know, the clue about how this film would turn out is in the trailer – but something still had me tuning in, and that is the interesting plot. If only it could have been executed more effectively.
The Assignment (2016), Sigourney Weaver
An important question at this point is probably whether The Assignment is one of those films that’s so bad it’s good? No is my answer to that. With most bad films that I find myself able to sit through until the end, there’s usually some semblance of good within. In this case, that would be Sigourney Weaver’s character, ‘The Doctor.’ As dodgy as most of the dialogue is, she had a few lines that amused me. One of them being:
‘I’ve never concerned myself with my partner’s pleasure.’
With that line, what she means is exactly what you think she means.
Jeremiah Tower – The Last Magnificent (2016), Jeremiah Tower
Jeremiah Tower – The Last Magnificent is a new documentary about Jeremiah Tower, the American chef who transformed the restaurant industry, helped create the cult of the ‘celebrity chef’ and is a major influence for many of the famous chefs of today.
I’m intrigued by those for whom cooking is a passion because it’s not mine. I want to know about Tower’s influence and the story of the level of greatness he was able to achieve.
Lastly, unlike my unfortunate predicament when I watched Chef (2014) (my favourite ‘foodie movie’), this time I’ll be sure to have my favourite foods within reach as the documentary plays, and you probably should too.
Hampstead is the new drama set in Hampstead, London. A film that stars Diane Keaton, Brendan Gleeson and James Norton. Directed by Joel Hopkins, it’s a story of unexpected love.
My curiosity about Hampstead is fuelled by the hope that it’s fun and funny in a way that’s reminiscent of It’s Complicated (2009).
Additionally, Hampstead, London, is a beautiful area I’ve been to several times. Now I’m excited to experience it on film for what is likely the very first time.
How To Be A Latin Lover (2017), Michael Cera, Eugino Derbez
Starring Salma Hayek, Rob Lowe, Michael Cera and Eugenio Derbez, How To Be A Latin Lover is a Ken Marino-directed comedy about a man who made a career of seducing rich older women. However, he now finds himself living with his estranged sister after his 25-year marriage ends.
I’m mainly interested in hopes of good humour, and because of my general love of Hayek.
McKenna Grace, Kristen Bell and Raphael Alejandro also star.
