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“Transcendence” proves thought-provoking, yet confusing

April 25, 2014 La Vista 0

The film “Transcendence,” directed by Wally Pfister, explores these pros and cons of the increasingly-digitalized world, which despite this fascinating premise, is weighed down by a convoluted storyline. Nevertheless, the film’s acting and writing keeps the audience hooked, taking viewers on an intellectual, electrifying journey through a dystopian world. […]

Uninspired twists, protagonist hold back “Captain America: The Winter Soldier”

April 25, 2014 La Vista 0

As the next film in Marvel’s behemoth “Avengers” series, “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” proves to be a basic, easily-forgotten experience. Even though the film succeeds in being a thoroughly exciting flick, with constant action and upbeat writing, “The Winter Soldier” is marred by a lacking protagonist and a generally uninspired plot, robbing the film of any discernible aspects. […]

“3 Days to Kill” proves mediocre

March 26, 2014 La Vista 0

Teaming up with Luke Besson, who directed Taken, director McG’s “3 Days to Kill” disappoints viewers with terrible attempts at comedy along with a boring and undynamic plot. Although the movie has some engaging action scenes, it still doesn’t make up for the films overall terribleness. […]

“Frozen” delivers

March 25, 2014 La Vista 0

Through a huge winter storm, the disney animated characters of “Frozen” directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee have to conquer hardships with the help of true love. […]

“300: Rise of an Empire” disappoints

March 21, 2014 La Vista 0

“300: Rise of an Empire” is based on the wars between the Greeks and the Persians in 499 BC. The majority of the scenes take place on the battlefields in Greece. The wars that actually did happen in history are portrayed well throughout the film including the hundreds of thousands of deaths that occurred
“300: Rise of an Empire” is the movie following the 2006 film “300” and the differences between the two are slim if any. The numerous minutes of war scenes, are repeated in both films leaving the new one with a huge lack of originality. […]

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