The Accountant is Ben Affleck’s new movie, and good is how the trailer looks.
I’ve seen, loved and re-watched Good Will Hunting (1997) quite a few times, so, as I watched this trailer, I couldn’t help but think, ‘and now… Affleck’s turn to play the ‘mathematical genius‘. Well, sort of.
Anna Kendrick, John Lithgow, Jon Bernthal and J.K. Simmons also star.
The Accountant Release dates: October 14th, 2016 (US); October 20th, 2016 (GER); November 4th, 2016 (UK)…
Happy Film Loving,
G
Set in the US/Mexico border area in the middle of the escalating war on drugs; Emily Blunt plays a ‘fish out of water’ FBI agent recruited by Josh Brolin’s Matt Graver. Benicio Del Toro’s character is the mysterious consultant, Alejandro who Graver brings along for the ride.
‘Bristling with expertly captured tension’ is one way to describe Sicario; whether it’s the tensions between law enforcement and the criminals or the tensions between the film’s main characters. Sicario is excellently scored, filled with stunning visuals and notable performances, especially from Blunt and Del Toro.
As for the things I wish were different about the movie, director Denis Villeneuve’s film has a few periods that had me wishing for more things to happen. I’m sure that when little seemed to be taking place action/drama-wise, those moments were true representations of what days can be like for the main characters involved. Yet, unfortunately, for me, said moments just made my mind wander elsewhere.
Overall, Sicario is a very good movie. Just don’t expect continuous action/drama. For this is neither Training Day (2001) nor End Of Watch (2012); both great films, obviously.
Other key characters are played by Daniel Kaluuya, Victor Garber, Jon Bernthal and Jeffrey Donovan. Watch it because it’s good.
Here’s a reminder of the film’s excellent trailer.
Happy Film Loving,
G
Read my spoiler-free movie review of We Are Your Friends (2015).
I wasn’t sure what to make of the initial trailer for Zac Efron’s latest movie, We Are Your Friends, but after watching the second, my mind is changed.
Movies that have characters working hard, sacrificing and dedicating their energy to whatever it is that makes them come alive are always appealing to me. Especially when the characters are faced with outside pressure to do the contrary.
Directed by Max Joseph and featuring a supporting cast that includes Wes Bentley, Emily Ratajkowski and Shiloh Fernandez, I’ll definitely be watching, also, certainly for the story and the promise of good electronic/dance music.
Happy Film Loving,
G
Read my spoiler-free movie review of Sicario (2015).
In Mexico, Sicario means hitman. It is also the name of the new Denis Villeneuve-directed crime/mystery/drama about a ‘fish out of water’ FBI agent enlisted to fight the escalating war on drugs in Mexico, accompanied by a mysterious consultant.
With something of an End Of Watch (2012) vibe (which you know is a great thing if you’ve seen the Jake Gyllenhaal and Michael Pena film); Sicario’s main stars include Benicio Del Toro, Emily Blunt, Josh Brolin, Daniel Kaluuya and Jon Bernthal.
Why trailer of the week? The execution that doesn’t give too much away, but just enough to get you excited. The excellent editing and that gloriously unsettling musical score, courtesy of Johann Johannsson.
I am mad excited for this one. I get the feeling that you are too.
Sicario Release Dates: October 2nd, 2015 (US); October 9th, 2025 (UK)…
Happy Film Loving,
G
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