March Movies: Ready Player One, Pacific Rim, & Tomb Raider

[Mark Vader]

The Oscars get handed out this weekend and the Spring Season of movies begins this month. Plenty of appetizers will be given to us before the main course of the Summer Season rolls around. Action movies are aplenty, like last year, the month of March feels like Summer is already starting. Some big names are there, but it's fairly even with a lot of up-and-comers as well. The most anticipated movie comes late in the month and is an adaptation of yet another young adult book.

 

Warner Bros. & Dreamworks present and Steven Spielberg directs, "Ready Player One". When the creator of a virtual reality world called the OASIS dies, he releases a video in which he challenges all OASIS users to find his Easter Egg, which will give the finder his fortune. Wade Watts finds the first clue and starts a race for the Egg. Starring Tye Sheridan, Letitia Wright, Hannah John-Kamen, Olivia Cooke, T.J. Miller, Ben Mendelsohn, Mark Rylance & Simon Pegg.

 

The Jaegers & Kaijus are back in "Pacific Rim: Uprising". Jake Pentecost, son of Stacker Pentecost, reunites with Mako Mori to lead a new generation of Jaeger pilots, including rival Lambert and 15-year-old hacker Amara, against a new Kaiju threat. Starring Scott Eastwood, Adria Arjona, Tian Jing, Charlie Day, John Boyega & Rinko Kikuchi.

 

Alicia Vikander stars in the re-boot of, "Tomb Raider". Lara Croft, the fiercely independent daughter of a missing adventurer, must push herself beyond her limits when she finds herself on the island where her father disappeared. Also starring Kristin Scott Thomas, Dominic West, Hannah John-Kamen, Walton Goggins & Nick Frost.

 

Jennifer Lawrence stars in "Red Sparrow". Ballerina Dominika Egorova is recruited to 'Sparrow School,' a Russian intelligence service where she is forced to use her body as a weapon. Her first mission, targeting a C.I.A. agent, threatens to unravel the security of both nations.  Also starring Joel Edgerton, Matthias Schoenaerts & Charlotte Rampling.

 

Bruce Willis stars in the re-make, "Death Wish". A family man becomes a vigilante killing machine when his family is violently attacked by robbers. Also starring Vincent D'Onofrio, Elisabeth Shue & Camila Morrone.

 

Disney presents the fantasy/sci-fi, "A Wrinkle In Time". After the disappearance of her scientist father, three peculiar beings send Meg, her brother, and her friend to space in order to find him. Starring Storm Reid, Oprah Winfrey, Reese Witherspoon, Mindy Kaling, Zach Galifianakis & Chris Pine.

 

Director Wes Anderson gives us the animated, "Isle of Dogs". Set in Japan, Isle of Dogs follows a boy's odyssey in search of his dog. Starring the voices of Bryan Cranston, Edward Norton, Koyu Rankin, Liev Schreiber, Greta Gerwig, Scarlett Johansson, Jeff Goldblum & Bill Murray.

 

In the animated "Sherlock Gnomes", Garden gnomes, Gnomeo & Juliet, recruit renowned detective Sherlock Gnomes to investigate the mysterious disappearance of other garden ornaments. Starring the voices of Emily Blunt, Johnny Depp, James McAvoy, Maggie Smith, Chiwetel Ejiofor & Michael Caine.

 

"Gringo",a dark comedy mixed with white-knuckle action and dramatic intrigue, explores the battle of survival for businessman Harold Soyinka when he finds himself crossing the line from law-abiding citizen to wanted criminal. Starring David Oyelowo, Joel Edgerton, Charlize Theron, Thandie Newton & Amanda Seyfried.

 

In "Love, Simon", Everyone deserves a great love story. But for Simon it's complicated: no-one knows he's gay and he doesn't know who the anonymous classmate is that he's fallen for online. Resolving both issues proves hilarious, scary and life-changing. Starring Nick Robinson, Josh Duhamel, Jennifer Garner & Katherine Langford.

 

In "Midnight Sun", A 17-year-old girl suffers from a condition that prevents her from being able to be out in the sunlight. Starring Bella Thorne, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Rob Riggle & Quinn Shephard.

 

In "The Strangers: Prey at Night", A family staying in a secluded mobile home park for the night are visited by three masked psychopaths, to test their every limit. Starring Christina Hendricks, Bailee Madison, Martin Henderson & Emma Bellomy.

 

In "Unsane", A young woman is involuntarily committed to a mental institution, where she is confronted by her greatest fear. Starring Claire Foy, Joshua Leonard, Jay Pharoah & Juno Temple.

 

In "Acrimony", A faithful wife tired of standing by her devious husband is enraged when it becomes clear she has been betrayed. Starring Taraji P. Henson, Lyriq Bent, Ajiona Alexus & Jazmyn Simon.

 

Finally, in "The Hurricane Heist", Thieves attempt a massive heist against the U.S. Treasury as a Category 5 hurricane approaches one of its Mint facilities. Starring Toby Kebbell, Maggie Grace, Ryan Kwanten & Ralph Ineson.

 

Calendar with Trailers

 

3/2

"Red Sparrow":     https://www.foxmovies.com/movies/red-sparrow

 

"Death Wish":     https://www.deathwish.movie/

 

3/9

"A Wrinkle in Time":     http://movies.disney.com/a-wrinkle-in-time

 

"The Strangers: Prey at Night":     https://thestrangers2018.com/

 

"Gringo":     http://www.imdb.com/videoplayer/vi3046946841?ref_=ttvi_vi_imdb_2

 

"The Hurricane Heist":     http://hurricaneheistmovie.com/

 

3/16

"Tomb Raider":     http://www.tombraidermovie.com/

 

"Love, Simon":     https://www.foxmovies.com/movies/love-simon

 

3/23

"Pacific Rim: Uprising":     http://www.pacificrimmovie.com/

 

"Midnight Sun":     http://midnightsunmov.com/

 

"Sherlock Gnomes":     http://www.sherlockgnomes.com/#/

 

"Isle of Dogs":     http://www.isleofdogsmovie.com/

 

"Unsane":     https://bleeckerstreetmedia.com/unsane

 

3/29

"Ready, Player One":     http://readyplayeronemovie.com/

 

3/30

"Acrimony":     https://www.acrimony.movie/

 

That's all for now. I'll post the independent movies later. Until then.....Enjoy!

[Buffalo_Gal]

I never read a Wrinkle in Time as a child but did read it with my son when he was young.  The early reviews I saw online were very, very mixed. I'll pass and catch it on video around  Christmas.

I'd go see Sherlock Gnomes as the first one was really cute - and I am not an Elton John fan! But, no one will go with me.  Another Christmas-time rental for me.

[LeviF]

I'm very disappointed at the casting and the apparent direction they took A Wrinkle in Time In.  I won't see it, which is sad as it's one of my most beloved childhood books.

 

I'll go see Red Sparrow since a girl keeps begging me to go and Pacific Rim because I'm a sucker for giant robots.  After that I'll look at reviews and the independent films coming out and play it by ear.

 

Btw Moviepass is awesome, highly recommended if you're a big moviegoer.

[Bills4everNY]

I'll probably see Death Wish in the theater. It would be nice to see Elizabeth Shue again.

[Mark Vader]

On 3/2/2018 at 11:09 AM, Buffalo_Gal said:

I never read a Wrinkle in Time as a child but did read it with my son when he was young.  The early reviews I saw online were very, very mixed. I'll pass and catch it on video around  Christmas.

I'd go see Sherlock Gnomes as the first one was really cute - and I am not an Elton John fan! But, no one will go with me.  Another Christmas-time rental for me.

I'm glad that you are getting your Christmas movies lined up.

[Buffalo_Gal]

46 minutes ago, Mark Vader said:

I'm glad that you are getting your Christmas movies lined up.

What can I say? I'm a planner. 

[Mark Vader]

On 3/2/2018 at 10:30 PM, Bills4everNY said:

I'll probably see Death Wish in the theater. It would be nice to see Elizabeth Shue again.

I never thought I would see Bruce Willis & Elisabeth Shue cast as husband and wife.

[Bills4everNY]

16 hours ago, Mark Vader said:

I never thought I would see Bruce Willis & Elisabeth Shue cast as husband and wife.

I think it will work.

[shrader]

Looking at the three movies you picked for the thread title, it looks like there's an obvious theme for this month.  I'll be sitting out this one, since there's nothing of any interest to me this month.  Next month's thread suddenly got a lot more interesting though, didn't it?

[Mark Vader]

On 3/5/2018 at 5:25 AM, shrader said:

Looking at the three movies you picked for the thread title, it looks like there's an obvious theme for this month.  I'll be sitting out this one, since there's nothing of any interest to me this month.  Next month's thread suddenly got a lot more interesting though, didn't it?

It sure did.

[unbillievable]

A Wrinkle in time was getting so much hype, I was thinking that it was going to be another Black Panther extravaganza. 

 

The first reviews on RT give it a 32% audience score, with many calling it a kid's movie. Even the critics are hitting the low 40%, despite the automatic score bump for having a diverse cast and starring Oprah. 

 

 

 

 

[Mark Vader]

12 hours ago, unbillievable said:

A Wrinkle in time was getting so much hype, I was thinking that it was going to be another Black Panther extravaganza. 

 

The first reviews on RT give it a 32% audience score, with many calling it a kid's movie. Even the critics are hitting the low 40%, despite the automatic score bump for having a diverse cast and starring Oprah. 

 

 

 

 

Even Disney has it's off days.

[Mark Vader]

Here are this month's Independent Films.

 

Burt Reynolds stars in, "The Last Movie Star". An aging, former movie star is forced to face the reality that his glory days are behind him. Also starring Ariel Winter, Clark Duke & Chevy Chase.

 

Helen Mirren and Donald Sutherland star in, "The Leisure Seeker". A runaway couple go on an unforgettable journey in the faithful old RV they call The Leisure Seeker.

 

In "7 Days In Entebbe", Inspired by the true events of the 1976 hijacking of an Air France flight en route from Tel Aviv to Paris, and the most daring rescue mission ever attempted. Starring Rosamund Pike & Daniel Bruhl.

 

"I Can Only Imagine" Is the inspiring and unknown true story behind MercyMe's beloved, chart topping song that brings ultimate hope to so many is a gripping reminder of the power of true forgiveness. Starring J. Michael Finley, Brody Rose, Trace Adkins, Cloris Leachman & Dennis Quaid.

 

In "Paul, Apostle of Christ", The story covers Paul, going from the most infamous persecutor of Christians to Jesus Christ's most influential apostle. Starring James Faulkner & Jim Caviezel.

 

In "Finding Your Feet", On the eve of retirement a middle class, judgmental snob discovers her husband has been having an affair with her best friend and is forced into exile with her bohemian sister who lives on an impoverished inner-city council estate. Starring Imelda Staunton, Timothy Spall, and Joanna Lumley.

 

Geoffrey Rush & Armie Hammer star in, "Final Portrait". The story of Swiss painter and sculptor Alberto Giacometti.

 

Sharon Stone stars in, "All I Wish". An aspiring fashion designer struggles to find success and love. The story cuts into her life once a year, always on the same date: her birthday. Also starring Tony Goldwyn, Famke Janssen & Ellen Burstyn.

 

In "Thoroughbreds", Two upper-class teenage girls in suburban Connecticut rekindle their unlikely friendship after years of growing apart. Together, they hatch a plan to solve both of their problems-no matter what the cost. Starring Olivia Cooke, Anya Taylor-Joy & Anton Yelchin.

 

Finally, in "God's Not Dead: A Light In Darkness", Pastor Dave responds to the unimaginable tragedy of having his church, located on the grounds of the local university, burned down. Starring David A.R. White, John Corbett, Shane Harper, Ted McGinley & Jennifer Taylor.

 

Calendar with Trailers...Note: These dates are for Exclusive or Limited Release. These movies may appear in your area at a later date.

 

3/9

"Thoroughbreds":     http://focusfeatures.com/thoroughbreds/QhXTQ/

 

"The Leisure Seeker":     http://sonyclassics.com/theleisureseeker/

 

3/16

"I Can Only Imagine":     https://icanonlyimagine.com/

 

"7 Days in Entebbe":     http://www.focusfeatures.com/7-days-in-entebbe/cZRTn/

 

3/23

"Paul, Apostle of Christ":     http://www.paulmovie.com/site/

 

"Final Portrait":     http://sonyclassics.com/finalportrait/

 

3/30

"God's Night Dead: A Light in Darkness":     https://godsnotdead.pureflix.com/

 

"The Last Movie Star":     http://www.imdb.com/videoplayer/vi113948697?ref_=ttvi_vi_imdb_3

 

"Finding Your Feet":     http://roadsideattractions.com/filmography/finding-your-feet/

 

"All I Wish":     http://www.imdb.com/videoplayer/vi2278799385?ref_=ttvi_vi_imdb_1

 

That's all for now. The April Movies will be posted soon. Until then.....Enjoy!

 

 

[shrader]

On 3/6/2018 at 5:58 PM, Mark Vader said:

It sure did.

 

Actually, forget about the Avengers.  They just released another Deadpool trailer today.  That's the movie I can't wait for.

[dpberr]

Saw Pacific Rim Uprising.

 

Better than I thought it'd be since it's minus del Toro this time around.

 

Pros: Better than advertised story with a little depth, some new Jaegers, good job of stitching the two movies together, some daytime battles.

 

Cons: Scott Eastwood is trying too hard to be his dad, too many kids, not enough adults, it's still big robots causing hundreds of billions of dollars in collateral damage.

[Mark Vader]

Saw "Ready Player One".

 

Fun movie. Lots of pop culture references that give good laughs and great eye candy.

 

Very simple story, good popcorn munching movie.

[Wayne Cubed]

On 01/04/2018 at 9:01 PM, Mark Vader said:

Saw "Ready Player One".

 

Fun movie. Lots of pop culture references that give good laughs and great eye candy.

 

Very simple story, good popcorn munching movie.

 

Saw it today and have to agree. Just a nice, enjoyable, easy to watch film with tons of pop culture references.

[SlimShady'sSpaceForce]

Ready player looks cool 

 

if I were to go to a movie it would be Tomb Raider or Red Sparrow 

 

hot chicks kicking asss

Edited April 2, 2018 by ShadyBillsFan

[LeGOATski]

Ready Player one was good. I'll echo the other comments here. Just easy to wacth and will hit home with a lot of viewers.

 

Red Sparrow...meh. You got to see plenty of J-Law's boobs, though.