The emotion is real and the stakes are high in "Super 8", the third film by writer/director J.J. Abrams. By Rachel Warman.
Category Archives: Sci-Fi
Thor
Marvel's first film of the Summer is good - not great - but the same can't be said for Chris Hemsworth, who embodies Thor perfectly. By Sean Collins-Smith.
Serenity
The criminally cancelled "Firefly" gets new life in this dark 2005 feature film written and directed by its creator, Joss Whedon. By Sean Collins-Smith.
The Adjustment Bureau
Emotion takes precedence over explosions in this brainy thriller by first-time director George Nolfi. By Sean Collins-Smith.
Judge Dredd
Though it doesn't do the source material JUSTICE, "Judge Dredd" is still a campy good time with its mix of violence, action and comedy. By William Davenport.
Repo Men
Great acting by Jude Law and Forest Whitaker and an interesting premise make "Repo Men" an enjoyable experience - until the ending. By Joseph Chirico.
Pandorum
Weak characters and an even weaker plot set this ship for self-destruct long before the credits roll. By Joseph Chirico.
Splice
Genetically mutated sex-creature-escapades never looked so good. Not even in "Species". By Michael L
Southland Tales
Dystopian futures have never been more boring - or made less sense. By Will Mattimoe.
Star Trek: Into Darkness (IMAX-3D)
A cold, unimaginative sequel, "Star Trek: Into Darkness" leaves you wanting more - and not in a good way. By Sean Collins-Smith.