By: Russ Matthews
Tornadoes are no laughing matter for those of us who grew up in the Tornado Alley of the United States. Continue reading “‘Twisters’ a Cinematic Return to Tornado Alley”
‘Twisters’ a Cinematic Return to Tornado Alley
Eddie Murphy Returns as Axel F, Beverley Hills Cop
By: Russ Matthews
In 1984, Eddie Murphy came off the hits of 48 HRS and Trading Places, and then he went from a breakout star to superstar status with his newest role as Detroit detective, Axel Foley. Continue reading “Eddie Murphy Returns as Axel F, Beverley Hills Cop”
Rom-Com Meets Action in ‘Ghosted’ – Movie Review
By: Russ Matthews
Hollywood is trying to find the right combination of romantic comedies again. Continue reading “Rom-Com Meets Action in ‘Ghosted’ – Movie Review”
There’s Hope for Romance Yet, in ‘Love at First Sight’
By: Russ Matthews
Modern cinema has been hamstrung by all that has occurred over the years in society that has made romance anything but romantic. Continue reading “There’s Hope for Romance Yet, in ‘Love at First Sight’”
Gather Your Minions – Gru Is Back for ‘Despicable Me 4’
By: Russ Matthews
No one could have predicted that Gru (Steve Carell) and his Minions would become a part of the cinematic landscape when they were introduced to the world in 2010. Continue reading “Gather Your Minions – Gru Is Back for ‘Despicable Me 4’”
‘Inside Out 2’ – Is Believing in Ourselves Enough?
By: Russ Matthews
Over the past decade since Inside Out’s initial release, parents have been able to visualise the minds of their children and their emotions in a different light. Continue reading “‘Inside Out 2’ – Is Believing in Ourselves Enough?”
The Power of the Gospel to Bring Peace in ‘The Convert’
By: Michael Walsh
When Thomas Munro (Guy Pearce) arrives in Epworth, New Zealand’s tiny coastal settlement in 1830, he finds discontent, suspicion and friction. Continue reading “The Power of the Gospel to Bring Peace in ‘The Convert’”
Garfield 40 and Still Going Strong – Movie Review
By: Russ Matthews
He looks pretty good for being 45 years old and having a solid diet of the four basic food groups: lasagna, lasagna, lasagna, and lasagna. Continue reading “Garfield 40 and Still Going Strong – Movie Review”
Visual and Culinary Delight in ‘The Taste of Things’
By: Russ Matthews
Set on a beautiful country estate in France in the late 1800s, Dodin Bouffant (Benoît Magimel) prepares a meal for those who celebrate fine dining and are willing to pay handsomely for the delicacies. Continue reading “Visual and Culinary Delight in ‘The Taste of Things’”
‘Unsung Hero’ a Story of Faith Amidst Hardship
By: Matt Townsend
⭐⭐⭐⭐(out of 5) – Matt Townsend
The Christian life is a rollercoaster journey of highs and lows, a battle of faith to trust God amid hardship and uncertainty. Continue reading “‘Unsung Hero’ a Story of Faith Amidst Hardship”