This time Buster Moon (McConaughey) and his friends are tasked with persuading a reclusive rockstar to join them for the opening of a new show.
Those super adorable piggies stole my heart in the first movie. So I’m glad to see them here too, and excited for all the animated cuteness, plus the many big hit songs the movie will feature.
McConaughey is definitely in this but his voice kind of sounds different, no?
Pharrell Williams, Bobby Cannavale, Nick Kroll, Chelsea Peretti, Seth MacFarlane, Letitia Wright, Halsey, Eric André, Adam Buxton, Garth Jennings and Tori Kelly also star.
Avengers – Endgame (2019), Chris Evans, Marvel Studios
I know that around the time Avengers – Endgame was released in 2019, there were next to zero negative comments about it. It’s no surprise then that soon after I sat down to watch Endgame, everything Marvel Studios is known for doing exceptionally well when they’re at their best was very present in this movie. From visually arresting action choreography, good dialogue, memorable special effects, to engaging humour, characters and story.
Directed once again by Joe and Anthony Russo, everything picks up in the aftermath of all the devastation that took place at the hands of Thanos, in Avengers – Infinity War(2018). With even higher stakes than before, Captain America, Tony Stark, The Hulk and their allies have one final chance to reverse everything Thanos did, and restore balance throughout the universe.
At the risk of repeating myself, as was the case with Infinity War, I don’t personally have any complaints about Endgame because I had fun through it all. An additional highlight for me is all the extra movie references. Plus, just as Thanos was the absolute star and my favourite character of Infinity War, the number one avenger in this movie is Thor, specifically ‘out of shape Thor.’ I found the surprise dive into Chris Hemsworth’s character so much fun that I’m quite sure I’ve never liked Thor more than I do in Endgame.
Of all the Avengers films, Endgame is perhaps the most affecting. Specifically, as someone who’s probably best described in this case as a casual Marvel fan, I can only imagine how much more significant an experience Endgame must be for the most serious fans of Marvel’s output.
Now that it’s all over, for now, I’m left wondering how long it will be before a brand new generation of Avengers is announced. I’m in no specific hurry, but when do you think the announcements will happen, assuming it hasn’t already happened? And how soon is too soon? I feel as though a year or two from now is madness, but then again, I’m not a Marvel superfan.
JoJo Rabbit (2019), Scarlett Johansson, Fox Searchlight
Jojo Rabbit, a comedy/drama about a young boy in Hitler’s army who finds out that his mother is hiding a Jewish girl in their home, is a film I found more and more impressive as it played.
Director and co-writer Taika Waititi did a great job of bringing humour to one of history’s darkest times. Jojo Rabbit is as funny and smart as others have been saying. I appreciate the way it reminds us of just how easily a young mind can be shaped, while also showing us that young minds are smart enough to figure things out for themselves, given the right circumstances.
I watched Waititi’s movie mainly because of the very intriguing and clever premise, the comedy categorisation, the fact that everyone told me to and the brilliant cast; a talent list that includes Scarlett Johansson, Waititi himself and Sam Rockwell, to name just a few.
Besides the cleverness and notable performances, the colours and beautiful imagery will stay with me when I think of Jojo Rabbit. As will the super cute and talented young actors, Roman Griffin Davis and Archie Yates. There’s also the way Jojo Rabbit reminds me of another brilliant World War 2 drama/comedy. Namely, Roberto Benigni’s Life Is Beautiful (1997).
Watch Jojo Rabbit because it’s good – and see exactly why Waititi deserved the win for 2020’s Best Adapted Screenplay Oscar.
Marriage Story is a good movie. Beautifully written, well acted by everyone, including Ray Liotta, Laura Dern and young Azhy Robertson.
Directed by Noah Baumbach of Greenberg (2010) and Frances Ha (2012); Marriage Story is a film I wanted to see because of its director’s previous works. I’m also a big fan of the lead actors (Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver). I loved the very well-edited trailer, and I wanted to see what Baumbach’s film had to say about this thing called marriage. Particularly, the very type that ends in divorce.
Categorised as a comedy/drama, you’ll indeed smile and laugh, but certainly not as much as you’ll be moved almost to tears, if not actual streaming tears. This film explores the classic challenges faced in many modern relationships. Especially, the kind that can arise where both parties are ambitious, and with clear ideas of what they want for their life and career. It’s also a story that features the one thing that’s always there as one of the key reasons for the breakdown of all relationships: ‘ineffective communication’.
Marriage Story (2019), Scarlett Johansson, Azhy Robertson, Adam Driver, Netflix
I’m glad to confirm that the things I liked most about the trailer for Marriage Story are the very things that stood out beautifully in the finished film. Great writing and dialogue, editing so well-executed that I personally didn’t need a second to question any of Baumbach’s creative decisions; they all made sense to me since everything felt rooted in a level of unquestionable realism that resonated.
As you watch Baumbach’s film, almost throughout, you’ll find yourself smiling, then sad within seconds or minutes. Yet it’s unlikely you’ll be mad that you decided to watch at all.
Other things that stood out about Marriage Story… I love the humour, perfectly choreographed scenes and the film’s general rhythm. There’s also the heartbreaking yet fun-to-watch courtroom drama antics, the last big argument and Driver’s character’s singing at the very end. That scene was just perfect.
Definitely watch it because it’s very good, truly.
The long awaited trailer for a stand-alone Black Widow Marvel movie is here.
Starring Scarlett Johansson, David Harbour, Rachel Weisz, Florence Pugh and Robert Downey Jr., the story focuses on Natasha Romanoff (Black Widow) in her quests between the films Civil War (2016) and Infinity War (2018).
Directed by Cate Shortland, additional key cast includes William Hurt, Ray Winstone and O-T Fagbenle.
The fight scenes and action look very promising indeed – and as always, we have another well executed Marvel trailer.
I especially love the music that starts at 0:32 seconds; so unexpected and brilliant, it hits me right in the chest/heart area. I can’t wait!
Michelle Lee, Nanna Blondell, Olivier Richters, Ahmed Bakare, Jade Ma, Yolanda Lynes and Shaina West also star.
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