Tuesday, November 17, 2015

Weekend Box Office  - "SPECTRE" the latest installment of the James Bond 007 franchise was number one for the second week with $35 million, "The Peanuts Movie" featuring the characters created by Charles M. Schulz remained in the number two spot with $24.2 million, and debuting at number three "Love the Coopers" the Christmas themed family comedy with an all star cast including Diane Keaton and John Goodman brought in $8.4 million.

                                                                               

"The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2" the final movie of "The Hunger Games" saga will be in theaters this Friday. This time the entire Capital is turned into one big arena as Katniss (Jennifer Lawrence) and her allies take the fight to President Snow (Donald Sutherland). 

                                                                                  
                                                                                 
                                                                                   
Marvel's "Jessica Jones" debuts on Netflix this Friday. All episodes of the newest original Netflix series from Marvel Studios will be streaming. Here's a look at a trailer that gives you a compelling reason to binge watch this series, aside from the series star Krysten Ritter, that is.

                                                                                     

Marvel's "Daredevil" the previous Netflix original series from Marvel Studios was a bona fide hit. The first season was refreshingly dark, gritty, edgy, and that's just for starters.  Here's a recap of Season One with a tease at the highly anticipated upcoming Season Two.

                                                                                

"The Flash" follows last weeks jaw dropping episode with tonight's episode entitled "Gorilla Warfare". This episode features the return of Gorilla Grodd, the super intelligent meta gorilla from last season. Unfortunately, The Flash is in no shape to face him.

                                                                                         

"Arrow" continues to bring the action and drama. Tomorrow's episode "Brotherhood" reveals more of the back story of The Hive and the more details about the life and death of John Diggle's brother.

                                                                                        

Tuesday, November 10, 2015

Weekend Box Office - "SPECTRE" the latest installment of the rebooted James Bond 007 film franchise was number one taking in $73 million, "The Peanuts Movie" featuring those lovable characters created by Charles M. Schulz in a new 3D animated style came in at number two with $45 million, and "The Martian" starring Matt Damon as an astronaut stranded on Mars and an impressive supporting cast held on at number three with $9.3 million.

                                                                           
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4_48wELLSM

Disney's "Alice Through the Looking Glass" the sequel to director Tim Burton's movie,  Disney's "Alice in Wonderland". This was a sequel that I didn't expect, but even more unexpected was how much I enjoyed this "first look" trailer.

                                                                       
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OiEG3Zr_Jxs


"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" TV spot recently aired to the usual fanfare. This one seems focused on Rey, the character played by actress Daisy Ridley. There are a few new scenes that don't reveal any more details than those we already knew.

                                                                              

"The Flash" gains even more momentum with the episode entitled "Enter Zoom". Ready or not, The Flash confronts the evil speedster Zoom and he may be in way over his head.

                                                                             

"Arrow" had its highest ratings ever last week with the guest appearance of Matt Ryan as John Constantine. Following on the heels of that is Brandon Routh returning as Ray Palmer in the episode "Lost Souls".  Felicity discovers that Ray is alive and being held captive by the worst person possible.

                                                                              

"Batman: Bad Blood" is the latest DC Universe animated movie soon  to be released on Bluray/DVD. The movie is the third in the series that began with "Son of Batman" and was followed by "Batman vs. Robin".  

                                                                                 
                                                                               

Tuesday, November 3, 2015

Weekend Box Office - "The Martian" starring Matt Damon as an astronaut stranded on Mars remained the box office champ with $11.4 million, "Goosebumps" based on the works of R. L. Stine and starring Jack Black continued to thrive at number two with $10.2 million, and "Bridge of Spies" starring Tom Hanks in the true life Cold War drama held on at number three with $8 million.

                                                                             
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twmQRJJZpfQ

"SPECTRE" the latest installment in the updated Bond franchise opens in theaters on Friday. The movie's focus is on the sinister organization that has operated behind the scenes since "Casino Royale". We also meet the group's shadowy leader from Bond's past who was also responsible for the death of James Bond's parents.

                                                                                  
                                                                 

"The Peanuts Movie" makes its debut in theaters this Friday. This movie is a re-introduction to those lovable characters created by Charles M. Schulz making their debut in a new 3D animated format. The animation style may be new, but the story and characters are very familiar.  

                                                                                   

Marvel's "Jessica Jones" debuts on Netflix on November 20. Krysten Ritter stars as the former superhero turned private detective. The cast also features David Tennant, Rachael Taylor, Mike Colter, and Carrie-Anne Moss. Check out what has to be the creepiest teaser ever for this upcoming series. If this is the show's teaser try to imagine what the show itself will be like. 

                                                                                   

"The Flash" continues to deliver a brilliant second season. Tonight's episode "The Darkness and The Light" introduces the Earth 2 version of Harrison Wells. After the way last weeks episode concluded anything could happen.

                                                                            

"Arrow" shows us why in it's fourth season we can expect anything, except for this show to lose its momentum. Tomorrow night's episode 'Haunted" features Matt Ryan as John Constantine. The star of the cancelled series "Constantine" on that aired another network arrives on "Arrow" in all his irreverent glory.

                                                                              
                                                                                                                        

Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Weekend Box Office - "The Martian" starring Matt Damon as an astronaut stranded on Mars reclaimed the number one spot with $15.9 million, "Goosebumps" horror comedy starring Jack Black was number two with $ 15.5 million, and "Bridge of Spies" the real life Cold War thriller starring Tom Hanks held on at number three with $11.3 million.

                                                                             
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Y1xevdn_1Y

"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" will land in theaters this December. The latest trailer debuted last week to great anticipation. Instead of all the tedious blather about what each scene represents that far too many people are engaging in. I instead submit for your approval the actual trailer for you to enjoy in your own unique way.

                                                                               
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGbxmsDFVnE
                                                                                 

Marvel's "Jessica Jones" debuts on November 20 on Netflix. The second of Marvel's shows produced for Netflix this show will be just as dark, if not darker (imagine that if you will) than its predecessor Marvel's "Daredevil".

                                                                               
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gax3tMYU4I

"The Flash" continues its sophomore season with tonight's episode "The Fury of Firestorm". The series introduces Jefferson Jackson (Franz Drameh) newest addition to the team and new half of the duo that merges to become the hero Firestorm.

                                                                               
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7GeJSGTC1fc

"Arrow" continues its fourth season tomorrow night with the episode "Beyond Restoration". The consequences of Laurel Lance's (Katie Cassidy) actions last week may prove disastrous for her and the rest of Team Arrow.

                                                                                 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wbZY_HSb-bA

Tuesday, October 20, 2015

Weekend Box Office - "Goosebumps" - Based on the popular book series and television series adapted from the work of author R.L. Stine was number one with $23.5 million, "The Martian" starring Matt Damon as an astronaut stranded on Mars after being left for dead during an aborted mission was number two with $21.5 million, and "Bridge of Spies" starring Tom Hanks details the events of the late fifties Cold War era that culminated in a spy trade between the U.S. and Russia debuted at number three with $15.3 million.

                                                                             
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Cn716jv61s

"The Flash" continues an already exciting sophomore season with a brand new episode tonight. A spin off of the hit series "Arrow" , this show has become a hit in its own right. Check out the highlight trailer from Comic Con for a glimpse of the upcoming episodes.

                                                                             
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seuTo5FMArs
                                                           

"Arrow" the CW network hit series has debuted strong in its fourth season. Finally, taking on the name Green Arrow, this season is already rising to the challenge set by the previous seasons. Check out the Comic Con trailer for a look at what's we're in store for.

                                                                              

"The Last Witch Hunter" opens in theaters this Friday stars Vin Diesel as a centuries old immortal who is responsible for keeping evil from overrunning the world. Also starring Elijah Wood, Rose Leslie, and Michael Caine.

                                                                                

'Tomorrowland" is now available on Blu-ray and Digital HD. George Clooney stars in an amazing look at a world of full of possibility, adventure, and wonder. Directed by Brad Bird ("The Incredibles", "Mission:Impossible - Ghost Protocol") the movie highlights the power of imagination to make the impossible a reality.

                                                                                   

Tuesday, October 13, 2015

Weekend Box Office - "The Martian" starring Matt Damon as an astronaut left for dead and marooned on Mars remained number one with $37 million in its second week, "Hotel Transylvania" the family friendly animated movie was number two with $20.3 million, and "Pan" starring Hugh Jackman, Garrett Hedlund, Rooney Mara, and Levi Miller opened at number three with $15.5 million.

 
                                                                             
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8e_KsZ5ZqCs

"The Last Witch Hunter" opens on October 23. The movie stars Vin Diesel as an immortal warrior on a holy crusade to prevent witches from subjugating mankind. The movie also stars Elijah Wood, Rose Leslie, and Michael Caine.

                                                                                   
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xsuG2JUgs_8
                                                     

"The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2" opens on November 20. This is the epic conclusion to this series.The final chapter in which the games continue on a grander scale then just in an enclosed arena.

                                                                               
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-7K_OjsDCQ

Marvel's "Jessica Jones" debuts November 20 on Netflix. The latest live action Netflix original series made in conjunction with Marvel Studios is the next set piece in what will eventually take shape as the street level super team  "The Defenders".

                                                                               
 

Tuesday, October 6, 2015

Weekend Box Office - "The Martian" starring Matt Damon and an all-star cast rocketed to the number one spot with $55 million, "Hotel Transylvania 2" the animated family friendly monster fest was number two with $33 million, and "Sicario" the suspense driven crime drama starring Emily Blunt, Josh Brolin, and Benicio Del Toro debuted at number three with $12 million.

                                                                               
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ue4PCI0NamI

Marvel's "Jessica Jones" is coming to Netflix on November 20. The series follows the main character who after a tragic, soul -shattering stint as a superhero begins to put her life back together while working as a private investigator in New York's Hell Kitchen neighborhood.

                                                                               
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eQ3s178GW0Q
                       

"SPECTRE" is the latest James Bond 007 movie that features the shadowy organization that has plagued James Bond's life for longer than he could even imagine.

                                                                             
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4UDNzXD3qA

Marvel's "Avengers: Age of Ultron" is now available on DVD/Blu-ray. The Artificial Intelligence know as Ultron  was created to protect mankind. Instead it goes rogue and proves to be a threat to the very people it was created to protect  and it's up to The Avengers to shut it down.

                                                                               
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zi4VAPVYFA4