JOJO RABBIT
Rated: R
Release Date: November 1, 2019
Director: Taika Waititi
Stars: Roman Griffin Davis, Thomasin McKenzie, Scarlett Johansson, Taika Waititi, Sam Rockwell
Plot: A young boy in the Hitler Youth program discovers his mom is hiding a Jew in their house
Clint Says: Drop everything and see this in theaters now
While I'm sure we all have something in us that says it will always be too soon for a comedy with Adolf Hitler, there is the reality that this is a spectacular film in every way, and may end up being my favorite movie of the year. Be warned now, that if you run into me on the streets and we start talking movies, I will tell you that you absolutely HAVE to see this film.
This movie is one of the funniest I have seen in a long time, but it is also heartwarming, heartbreaking, and thoroughly compelling. I wanted to see it again as soon as the credits finished.
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DOCTOR SLEEP
Rated: R
Release Date: November 8, 2019
Director: Mike Flanagan
Stars: Ewan McGregor, Rebecca Ferguson, Kyliegh Curran
Plot: Dan has tried to avoid his “shining” as he has grown up, but when he finds out evil is chasing down a young girl with her ow ability to shine, he must do what he can to save her
Clint Says: Wait until after opening weekend, but see this in theaters
If you are a fan of the 1980 horror classic THE SHINING then you will want to see DOCTOR SLEEP. If for no other reason than to see what psychological damage was done to little Danny boy at the Overlook Hotel.
Aside from the curiosity factor though, this is a good movie. It is a horror flick, but it is more creepy than scary, just like the original. It does a good job of standing on its own while paying homage to its predecessor. There are several great call backs and Easter eggs for fans of THE SHINING.
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MIDWAY
Rated: PG-13
Release Date: November 8, 2019
Director: Roland Emmerich
Stars: Ed Skrein, Patrick Wilson, Luke Evans, Woody Harrelson
Plot: US Naval forces try to out think the Japanese in order to turn the war in their favor
Clint Says: Wait for the digital release
I'm a history buff. I love watching war flicks…especially movies about World War II. I find them fascinating because it was a time when bravery ruled the day. The stories of the heroes are many and compelling.
With MIDWAY the stories of the heroes were just about the only thing I found worthy of my time. And it was only in the last 3 minutes that we found out the real stories of the people in this film. The rest of the movie was pretty close to a total waste of time.
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LAST CHRISTMAS
Rated: PG-13
Release Date: November 8, 2019
Director: Paul Feig
Stars: Emilia Clarke, Henry Golding
Plot: A woman who can't get her life together finally meets the man of her dreams, but there is more to him than she knows
Clint Says: Wait for the digital release
Yes, Emilia Clarke is adorable. Yes, Henry Golding is dreamy. Yes, they are a perfect match for a Rom-com couple.
No, this movie isn't very good.
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PLAYING WITH FIRE
Rated: PG
Release Date: November 8, 2019
Director: Andy Fickman
Stars: John Cena, Keegan-Michael Key, Brianna Hildebrand
Plot: A no-nonsense fire chief finds himself having to figure out how to handle three precocious children
Clint Says: Save some money and see a matinee
John Cena has quickly become one of Hollywood's top choices for comedies. And rightfully so. He is outstanding as the straight guy that finds himself in ridiculous situations. What is surprising is how well he pulls off the heartwarming and lovable acting requirements. He made this movie much better than it would have been with someone less talented.
The film isn't great, but it is filled with laugh-out-loud moments and it is entertaining for the whole family. My seven year old laughed hard several times and one time she laughed for three minutes straight. I thought she was going to pass out from lack of air.
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