Argo
Argo (Movie Reviews, Last Update Jul 2017)
In 1979 Iranian rebels surround the American embassy, taking all staff members hostage... well, not quite all. Six manage to escape and take refuge with the Canadian Ambassador (played by Victor Garber). But they are still trapped in the hostile country, so someone (Ben Affleck) needs to come up with a plan to bring them home. This movie is based on a true story.
Smurfs 2
Smurfs 2 (Movie Reviews, Last Update Aug 2020)
The unshakable goodness of Smurfette (voice of Katy Perry) places her in danger when she is kidnapped by the evil Gargamel (voice of Hank Azaria). It turns out the nice Smurf holds the secret the dastardly wizard needs to bring to life his latest creations -- a group of little people called the Naughties.
The Wolverine
The Wolverine (Movie Reviews, Last Update Jul 2017)
Be careful what you wish for -- you just might get it! After years of sorrow, Wolverine (Hugh Jackman) wishes he were no longer immortal. But the fulfillment of that hope comes at a time when his strength and invulnerability are needed most.
Philomena: The Book Versus The Movie (News and Views, Last Update Jul 2017)
jOBS
jOBS (Movie Reviews, Last Update Jul 2017)
Many people build things in their garages, but few of those creations have gone on to change the world the way Steve Jobs' tinkering has done. This bio-drama traces this exceptional entrepreneur through the ups and downs of his amazing career.
Getaway
Getaway (Movie Reviews, Last Update Jul 2017)
When his wife is kidnapped, former racecar driver Brent Magna (Ethan Hawke) is blackmailed into obeying the orders of a faceless voice (John Voight) that wants his driving skills. Also along for the ride is a computer hacker (Selena Gomez) and a camera that is watching their every move.
Red 2
Red 2 (Movie Reviews, Last Update Jul 2017)
Former CIA Agent Frank Moses (Bruce Willis) is trying to retire -- again. But his hopes of a quieter life are scuttled once more when his past colleagues (Helen Mirren, John Malkovich) draw him back into the action of the assassination business.
6 Great Books on the Big Screen (News and Views, Last Update Jul 2017)