Posts Tagged ‘Jon M. Chu’
Episode 73 – In the Heights
For this episode of the podcast, we review the film In the Heights, based on the Broadway musical by Lin-Manuel Miranda. We also read responses by our listeners about their favorite movie musicals. At the end of the show, we discuss the 1984 cult film,…
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In the Heights (2021) is a rapturous, joyful musical fantasy that feels as though it were made for this exact moment. The brainchild of one Lin-Manuel Miranda, this adaptation of the hit Broadway show centers on the north Manhattan neighborhood of Washington Heights. A large Hispanic/LatinX…
READ MOREFilm Review – Crazy Rich Asians
In terms of representation, Crazy Rich Asians (2018) is an important step in showcasing more diverse perspectives in mainstream, Western cinemas. As a Filipino-American myself, I’m thankful that there is film out there starring people that aren’t your typical blonde-haired, blue-eyed Caucasians. We should all…
READ MOREFilm Review – Now You See Me 2
***Warning: The following contains spoilers for Now You See Me (2013)*** One of things I hate – and I mean really hate – about movies featuring magicians, con artists, or master thieves, is that the chosen profession of the characters automatically creates an easy out…
READ MOREDVD Rundown 7-30-2013 – Video Podcast #270
Spencer and Greg give their DVD rundown for July 30th, 2013. In this episode they discuss The Flashpoint Paradox, The Fog, G.I. Joe: Retaliation and The Devil’s Backbone.
READ MOREEpisode 241 – Dwayne Johnson
In honor of the release of G.I. Joe: Retaliation, Spencer and Greg discuss Dwayne Johnson.
READ MOREFilm Review – G.I. Joe: Retaliation
A theory is forming. Adding Dwayne Johnson, a.k.a. “The Rock,” to your film franchise will deliver it safely into the arms of adoring fans. The theory is limited to only two franchises at this point: The Fast & Furious films, and now G.I. Joe. To…
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