Synopsis: Trouble-prone teen Percy Jackson is about to be kicked out school -- but that's the least of his problems. The gods of Mount Olympus and assorted monsters seem to have walked out of the pages of Percy's Greek mythology texts and into his life -- and they're not happy. Zeus' lightning bolt has been stolen, and Percy is the prime suspect. Now, Percy and his friends must embark on a cross-country adventure to catch the true thief, save Percy's family, and unravel a mystery more powerful than the gods themselves. Cast: Logan Lerman, Alexandra Daddario, Brandon T. Jackson, Uma Thurman, Pierce Brosnan, and Sean Bean Director: Chris Columbus Genres: Fantasy
Synopsis: Though absent from his ancestral home of Blackmoor for many years, aristocrat Lawrence Talbot (Benicio Del Toro) returns to find his missing brother at the request of the latter's fiancee, Gwen (Emily Blunt). He learns that a creature has links to an ancient curse turning people into werewolves when the moon is full. To save the village and protect Gwen, he must slay the bloodthirsty beast, but he contends with a horrifying family legacy. Cast: Benicio Del Toro, Anthony Hopkins, Emily Blunt, Hugo Weaving, Art Malik Director: Joe Johnston Genres: Period Film, Creature Film, Horror
From Walt Disney Pictures and visionary director Tim Burton comes an epic 3D fantasy adventure "Alice in Wonderland", a magical and imaginative twist on some of the most beloved stories of all time. Johnny Depp stars as the Mad Hatter and Mia Wasikowska as 19-year-old Alice, who returns to the whimsical world she first encountered as a young girl, reuniting with her childhood friends: the White Rabbit, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, the Dormouse, the Caterpillar, the Cheshire Cat, and of course, the Mad Hatter. Alice embarks on a fantastical journey to find her true destiny and end the Red Queen’s reign of terror. The all-star cast also includes Anne Hathaway, Helena Bonham Carter, and Crispin Glover.
Opens March 5, 2010 in theaters and IMAX.
Director: Tim Burton Genres: Action/Adventure, Sci-Fi/Fantasy
I am still a little speechless after seeing "The Book of Eli". There is just that feeling you get when you watch movies sometimes. It is hard to describe. There was definitely a spiritual message I got from "The Book of Eli". You don't have to believe in God to understand what I am talking about. If you do believe in God, all more the better after seeing this film. All I can say is that this film illustrates what it is to be human and the great goodness in the souls of mankind.
"The Book Eli" was full of good action and acting. Denzel Washington as always played hit part well, and Gary Oldman made a great villain as always (remember "Airforce One" and "Lost in Space"?). Great casting! I don't think you will be disappointed after seeing "The Book of Eli". Go into the movie with your heart and mind open. You will be surprised that this apocalyptic science fiction film is a lot more than what it seems. Let there be no doubt.
Movie Grade: A+[Worth Evening Admission]
Review by: Jerry @ Showtime City
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Rated: R for sexual content, language and drug use
Genre: Comedy
Theatrical Release:Jan 8, 2010
Synopsis: Teenage antihero Nick Twisp moves from the pages of the beloved novel YOUTH IN REVOLT to the screen with this film directed by Miguel Arteta (THE GOOD GIRL). Michael Cera (JUNO) stars as Nick, a teenager who may be wise beyond his years, but that doesn't stop him from getting in all sorts of trouble.
Starring: Michael Cera, Portia Doubleday, Jean Smart, Mary Kay Place, Justin Long, Fred Willard, Ray Liotta, Steve Buscemi, Ari Graynor, Zach Galifianakis
Director: Miguel Arteta Screenwriter: Gustin Nash Producer: David Permut Composer: John Swihart Studio: Lions Gate Films
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Rated: PG-13 for violent images, some sensuality, language and smoking
Synopsis: THE IMAGINARIUM OF DOCTOR PARNASSUS, director Terry Gilliam continues the trippy tradition he began with inventive films such as TIME BANDITS and BRAZIL. This time, he reteams with Heath Ledger of THE BROTHERS GRIMM, Christopher Plummer of 12 MONKEYS, and Tom Waits of THE FISHER KING. Set in the present day, director Terry Gilliam's fantastical morality tale follows the traveling show of the mysterious Dr. Parnassus (Christopher Plummer) -- a man who once won a bet with the Devil himself, and possesses the unique ability to guide the imagination of others. Many centuries ago, Dr. Parnassus won immortality in a bet that found the malevolent Mr. Nick (Tom Waits) coming up short. While few would be foolish enough to try their luck against the powers of darkness a second time, Dr. Parnassus did precisely that -- this time trading his mortality for youth on the understanding that his firstborn would become the property of Mr. Nick when the child reaches his or her 16th birthday. Flash-forward to the present day, and Dr. Parnassus' daughter, Valentina (Lily Cole), is about to celebrate her sweet sixteen. Dr. Parnassus is desperate to save his little girl from her fiery fate, and when Mr. Nick arrives to collect, the good doctor presents the Prince of Darkness with a wager too enticing to refuse: Dr. Parnassus and Mr. Nick will each compete to seduce five souls, with possession of Valentina going to whomever manages to complete the task first. As the competition begins to heat up, Dr. Parnassus promises his daughter's hand in marriage to any man who can help him successfully navigate the surreal obstacle course that lies ahead and finally help him undue the many mistakes of his past. While the sudden death of prominent Imaginarium of Dr. Parnassus player Heath Ledger in January of 2008 left Gilliam and company scrambling to find a means of salvaging the film -- which was already well into principal photography at the time -- the cavalry soon arrived in the form of Johnny Depp, Jude Law, and Colin Farrell, who each serve as alternate-dimension versions of the character originally set to be played by Ledger when the character crosses through a paranormal mirror.
Starring: Heath Ledger, Christopher Plummer, Lily Cole, Andrew Garfield, Verne Troyer, Tom Waits, Johnny Depp, Colin Farrell, Jude Law
Director: Terry Gilliam Screenwriter: Terry Gilliam, Charles McKeown Studio: Sony Pictures Classics
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"Avatar" is a revolutionary film which breaks the mold of the stereotypical science fiction film. The special effects and 3D imagery are indescribable. You have to see it for yourself. The story is simple and little predictable, but the overall scope of the film makes it an awesome entertainment experience. Seeing "Avatar" should be a requirement.
Check out the trailer for "Frozen" below via YouTube. In theaters February 10, 2010.
Synopsis: Three skiers are stranded on a chairlift and forced to make life-or-death choices that prove more perilous than staying put and freezing to death.
