Ghostbusters afterlife may go down as Jason reitman’s greatest directorial work. Yes I know he has had Oscar nominations for other films but to wade through the fan base of the Ghostbusters franchise alone and put out such a connective work is truly astounding. The introduction of the Spengler grandchildren connects in a brilliant way to the original Ghostbusters. Most of the audience will relive their grandparents love through this unique story of afterlife. From […]
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Yellowstone is better late … full stop.
Yellowstone is one of the most anticipated television shows of this fall possibly since the fan base is used to its traditional beginning of Father’s Day as a release date. However, with Taylor Sheridan’s increased production of two additional shows he is helming 1883 the Yellowstone prequel and the Jeremy Renner helmed mayor of Kingstown these increased production schedules delayed the completion of Yellowstone until this November much to the dismay of the fan base. […]
Read MoreBlack Widow Stings True
Marvel’s forte into the female helmed Black Widow provides all any Marvel fans could want, and more. A female story, starring the female Avenger, check. An Avenger movie directed by a female with a feminine perspective, check. Action showcasing Black Widow’s unique skill set, check. Answering the real questions involving Black Widow’s past, check Now that those are covered can we have the peanut gallery shut their traps long enough to let the filmmakers have […]
Read MoreOnce Again, Let’s Let Physical: Oak Cliff Film Festival
Real in-person film festivals return to Texas with the Oak Cliff Film Festival. The historic Texas Theatre was abuzz with the traditional slurry of film fans but this film fest started more like a family reunion for the moviegoers have been cut off from the in-person fun of a film fest.
Read MoreView of WWII Germany Is Resonant of Mel Brooks
Alternate history is a theme that has existed nearly as long as stories have been captured on cellulose. Very rarely is the historical account retold in such a comedic way? Taika Waititi (What We Do In The Shadows, Thor: Ragnarök) chooses to share a story of World War II through the eyes of a ten-year-old boy, JoJo. Roman Griffin Davis portrays JoJo in his feature debut. In a unique twist, Waititi portrays Hitler who is […]
Read MoreMurphy Reminds Fans About American Cinema’s Blaxploitation Roots
@FilmDitz Eddie Muphy’s return to adult comedy is a grand and glorious romp into a slice of his comedic career. All while reminding his audience of the exorbitant heights Rudy Ray Moore’s launched his career from his perseverance and should be celebrated for. Murphy’s audience will receive an education to Rudy Ray Moore and his historic spirit. Every independent filmmaker should see this film as a guide of how to overcome and sometimes cut corners. […]
Read MoreReview: Once Again QT Breaks Better History
If your only reason to see this film is to see an Eight-month pregnant chick get massacred in a slaughterhouse film you may be headed to the wrong theater. However, a view of Hollywood in the late sixties, the age of Tarantino’s very early youth, and gaze at the mysticism that captured his eye then you made the right choice.Millennials should take this chance to take in a moment from your parents early days or […]
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