Category Archives: Family

Drama, Family, Mystery

WONDERSTRUCK (2017): New Trailer From Julianne Moore, Michelle Williams, Millicent Simmonds, Oakes Fegley…

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Wonderstruck (2017), Julianne Moore
Wonderstruck (2017), Julianne Moore

Wonderstruck is the latest movie from Todd Haynes, a director most recently known for his great work on Carol (2015).

Starring  Julianne Moore, Millicent Simmonds, Michelle Williams and Oakes Fegley, the film tells the story of a young boy in the Midwest, at the same time as telling a tale about a young girl in New York from fifty years ago. Both children seek the same mysterious connection.

The content of this trailer intrigues me a little but it’s really the names Julianne Moore and Todd Haynes that will having me tuning in.

For those wondering, yes, the story is based on Brian Selznick’s best-selling book of the same name.

Wonderstruck Release Dates: October 20th, 2017 (US)…

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Adventure, Family, Fantasy

A WRINKLE IN TIME (2018): New Trailer From Chris Pine, Reese Witherspoon, Oprah Winfrey, Gugu Mbatha-Raw…

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A Wrinkle In Time (2018), Oprah Winfrey
A Wrinkle In Time (2018), Oprah Winfrey

Fantasy/adventure, A Wrinkle in Time is a story about a young girl called Meg. Meg is sent into space with her brother, a friend.

Together they must venture there to find Meg’s scientist father after his sudden disappearance. Directed by Ava DuVernay; A Wrinkle In Time stars Chris Pine, Reese Witherspoon, Oprah Winfrey and Gugu Mbatha-Raw.

Reasons to watch this movie include the story, which is completely new to me, the magic, the talented cast and the beautiful visuals.

I’m liking Winfrey as the voice of the narrator, as well as the hint of a vibe similar to Alice in Wonderland and The Wizard of Oz. 

Mindy Kaling, Zach Galifianakis,  Michael Peña, Bellamy Young and André Holland also star.

A Wrinkle In Time Release Dates: March 9th, 2018 (US), 23rd March, 2018 (UK)…

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Adventure, Family, Fantasy

JUMANJI – WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE (2017): New Trailer From Kevin Hart, Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Karen Gillan…

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Jumanji - Welcome To The Jungle (2017), Jack Black
Jumanji – Welcome To The Jungle (2017), Jack Black

Four teenagers are sucked into Jumanji‘s world, pitted against rhinos, black mambas and an endless variety of jungle traps and puzzles.

To return to planet Earth with their lives, they simply have to beat the game.

Directed by Jake Kasden, the stars of Jumanji – Welcome To The Jungle are Kevin Hart, Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black and Karen Gillan.

All I remember about Robin Williams’ Jumanji (1995) is that the characters sported khaki attire and ran away from stuff in the jungle. That’s it.

I’m glad that this trailer looks very promising. I’m most excited about the humour.

Nick Jonas, Missi Pyle and Rhys Darby also star.

Jumanji – Welcome To The Jungle  Release Dates: December 22nd, 2017 (US); December 29th, 2017 (UK)…

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Biography, Family, History

GOODBYE CHRISTOPHER ROBIN (2017): New Trailer From Domhnall Gleeson & Margot Robbie About A.A.Milne, Creator Of Winnie The Pooh…

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Goodbye Christopher Robin (2017), Domhnall Gleeson, Margot Robbie
Goodbye Christopher Robin (2017), Domhnall Gleeson, Margot Robbie

Goodbye Christopher Robin stars Domhnall Gleeson, Margot Robbie and Kelly MacDonald.

It’s the new Simon Curtis-directed movie that tells us the behind-the-scenes story of the life of celebrated author A.A. Milne; particularly how his son C.R. Milne inspired the creation of the Winnie the Pooh stories.

I’ll be tuning in because I’m a fan of Pooh and friends. I also just want to watch a film about a father’s great love for his son.

This trailer has a dream-like feel. I also get the sense that Robbie’s character is a ghost; no idea if that was intentional, since I know extremely little about A.A. Milne’s life, at this point.

Goodbye Christopher Robin Release Dates:

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Animation, Comedy, Family

PADDINGTON 2 (2018): New Trailer From Hugh Grant, Ben Whishaw, Brendan Gleeson, Hugh Bonneville, Peter Capaldi…

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Paddington 2 (2018) Ben Whishaw (Voice)
Paddington 2 (2018) Ben Whishaw (Voice)

Starring Hugh Grant, Hugh Bonneville, Ben Whishaw, Peter Capaldi, Brendan Gleeson and a handful more British actors, director Paul King is back with Paddington 2, a sequel to the 2014 animated family comedy.

The story picks up with Paddington, who’s now happily settled with the Brown family and a popular member of the local community. He works odd jobs to buy the perfect present for his Aunt Lucy’s 100th birthday, but unfortunately, the gift is stolen.

I haven’t seen the original Paddington (2014) simply because the mood for it never really struck. It’s probably time I did, particularly to see another example of how Britishness, British charm and the streets of London are portrayed on the big screen.

Sally Hawkins, Imelda Staunton, and Julie Walters also star.

Paddington 2 Release Dates: November 10th, 2017 (UK); January 12th, 2018 (US)….

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