Brett LaBore
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Movie Review: ‘Thunderbolts*’ fresh, funny and relatable
It had been a while since I saw a Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) movie. I was pleasantly surprised at their latest entry. “Thunderbolts*” came out May 2 and features Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, Wyatt Russell, Olga Kurylenko, Lewis Pullman, Geraldine Viswanathan, Wendell Pierce, David Harbour, Hannah John-Kamen and Julia Louis-Dreyfus.
Movie Review: ‘Star Wars: Episode II — Attack of the Clones’ is exactly what it needs to be
“Star Wars” is buzzing once again with the 20th anniversary of “Star Wars: Episode III — Revenge of the Sith.” I’ve already reviewed both “Star Wars: Episode I — The Phantom Menace” and “Revenge of the Sith.” I’m wrapping up my “Star Wars” prequel reviews with “Star Wars: Episode II — Attack of the Clones.”
Movie Review: ‘Snow White’ cheerful and uplifting
I came into Disney’s newest live-action movie “Snow White” with high expectations. It took a second viewing, but it turned into the movie I wanted it to be. “Snow White” came out March 21 and features Rachel Zegler, Gal Gadot, Andrew Burnap, Ansu Kabia and the voice of Patrick Page.
Movie Review: Western Month
For my second review during Western Month, I was tasked with an epic movie that featured one of my favorite actors from the 1950s. “The Big Country” came out Aug. 13, 1958 and features Gregory Peck, Jean Simmons, Carroll Baker, Charlton Heston, Burl Ives, Charles Bickford and Chuck Connors.
Movie Review: Western Month
Western Month gives me a chance to tap into a genre I’m still unfamiliar with. I got the chance to see John Wayne in a movie for the first time ever.
‘Heart Eyes’ delivers thrills in romantic slasher
I’m always game for a new slasher movie. This latest film surprised me in many ways with good lead performances. “Heart Eyes” came out Feb. 7 and features Olivia Holt, Mason Gooding, Gigi Zumbado, Michaela Watkins, Devon Sawa and Jordana Brewster.
Movie Review: ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ lacks emotional punch
I have no issue with the Walt Disney Studios’ live-action remakes, as long as there’s a good idea and story behind them. For “Mufasa: The Lion King,” it was a mixed bag.
Movie Review: ‘Wicked’ pops with emotion, energy
I’m a huge fan of musicals. The music and dancing puts a smile on my face. There was a lot to like about “Wicked.” “Wicked” or “Wicked: Part I” came to theaters Nov. 22, 2024 and features Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande-Butera, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Peter Dinklage, Michelle Yeoh and Jeff Goldblum.
Movie Review: ‘Moana 2’ the perfect movie for the holidays
There’s been a buzz at movie theaters over the past few weeks with some big-time releases. I went to see “Moana 2” with my family over Thanksgiving weekend.
