It’s often said in many respective circles that the concept of comedy relies on the combination of tragedy and timing. When done cohesively and coherently, pure uproarious entertainment is the result, and that very result can last long after the laughs have ceased and can span across utter generations. Even though the recipe has been … Continue reading
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[Review] Creed II (2018) by Bede Jermyn
I think that it was pretty much a given that when the ROCKY spin-off film CREED was first announced back in 2015, there was a lot of scepticism towards it. After ROCKY star/creator Sylvester Stallone brought the franchise to a fitting and satisfying end with the well-received final entry ROCKY BALBOA back in 2006, everyone … Continue reading
[Video Reviews] Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk (2016) and War On Everyone (2016) by Bede Jermyn
BILLY LYNN’S LONG HALFTIME WALK (2016) Dir: Ang Lee Starring: Joe Alwyn, Kristen Stewart, Chris Tucker, Garrett Hedlund, Makenzie Leigh, Vin Diesel, Steve Martin. IMDb Synopsis: 19-year-old Billy Lynn is brought home for a victory tour after a harrowing Iraq battle. Through flashbacks the film shows what really happened to his squad – contrasting the realities … Continue reading