Set It Up was recommended to me many times by Netflix, based on my love of romantic comedies. We finally decided to watch it, and I can say after all the hype, I was slightly disappointed. The biggest highlights for me was the movie featured Zoey Deutch, was set in New York City, and the … More Set It Up (2018)
If memory serves me correctly, Bushwick actually got released at the theatre here in my city. For reasons I can not remember, I passed on this film, despite the fact I do enjoy Dave Bautista’s acting. Fast forward to 2020. I was browsing Netflix for movies set in New York City. I rolled the dice … More Bushwick (2017)
For a long time, my wife recommended we watch The Sorcerer’s Apprentice. I recall skipping the film when it was released, thinking it wasn’t going to be my cup of tea. Since we’ve been in the house for many weeks now, we have begun to alter between movie picks again. This was her selection. Of … More The Sorcerer’s Apprentice (2010)
I have wanted to write a review for The Secret of my Sucess for many years. After much convincing, I finally got the wife to sit down and watch one of my favourite movies from the 1980s. There is no particular reason why I love this movie, I just do. It is crazy and over … More The Secret of my Success (1986)
Taking of Pelham 123 is one seriously underrated action thriller. Sure the body count may be low, but the performances from Denzel Washington and John Travolta are really worth your time. Whether underground in a subway tunnel or upstairs in the MTA offices, both legendary actors use their voices and body language to sell you … More The Taking of Pelham 123 (2007)
Critics and audiences can criticize this movie all they want. Haters will say the story is unrealistic and that a “thief” stole her way into a rich guy’s heart. No matter which way you look it, this movie is flawed from start to finish, but the same people who hate it are also the ones … More Maid in Manhattan (2002)
It seems like forever ago, yet it was only two years ago. John Travolta received a whole ton of flack for his performance as John Gotti in Gotti. Despite the fact I knew this movie wasn’t the type I would enjoy, I foolishly gave it a shot anyway. I blame the desire to watch the … More Gotti (2018)
People in my inner circle know how much I love New York City. If I ever leave where I live now, my heart tells me to move to the Big Apple. If you do some research, there are thousands of movies set in the city that never sleeps, so every now and then I like … More A Bronx Tale (1993)
Uncut Gems was not considered for any significant awards, despite critics and audiences screaming that Adam Sandler gave a career-best performance. Known for his crazy comedy films, Sandler decided it was time to go to the dark side and show us that he’s got mad drama skills. I wasn’t overly surprised that within the first … More Uncut Gems (2019)
21 Bridges is a crime drama centred around a corrupt precinct in the NYPD. It appears that every cop movie based in present times is focused on corruption. Are there any clean cop stories out there? From the trailer, I was excited to see another film set in New York City and a detective chasing … More 21 Bridges (2019)
