‘Cry Macho’ preserves the spirit of classic Western films
Early in his almost 70-year career, Clint Eastwood (“The Mule”) cemented himself as one of the most iconic faces of the Western genre after appearing as “The Man With No Name” in Sergio Leone’s “Dollars Trilogy.” Later on in his…
‘Hawkeye’ trailer gives expectations for joyful holiday adventure
On Sept. 13, Marvel Studios released the trailer for the upcoming “Hawkeye” series. Coming to Disney+ this November, the trailer did not disappoint. Clint Barton (Jeremy Renner, “Avengers: Endgame”) is confronted with his past role as an assassin in the…
‘Malignant’s’ laughable execution squanders unique premise
Over the course of his career, director James Wan (“Aquaman”) has become a force to be reckoned with in the horror film genre. Through properties such as the “Saw” franchise, Wan has shown a knack for thinking outside the box…
‘Once Upon a Time in Queens’ details rise, fall of 80s Mets
“Once Upon a Time in Queens,” directed by Nick Davis (“Ted Williams: ‘The Greatest Hitter Who Ever Lived’”), is a four-part ESPN “30 for 30” documentary that aired on Sept. 14 and 15. The film features interviews with members of…
Uninspired ‘Cinderella’ retelling fails to improve classic story
Amazon Studios’ 2021 “Cinderella” movie is different than any other version of the fairytale that has been released. Written and directed by Kay Cannon (“Pitch Perfect”), this modern remake is reminiscent of what the creators of “Hamilton” set out to…
‘Shang-Chi’ marks new high for Marvel Cinematic Universe
The second film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s (MCU) “Phase Four,” “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” commences the franchise’s post-Infinity Saga run on a positive note by introducing its newest Avenger. Boasting a strong cast of characters,…
‘Mortal Kombat’ does little justice to popular game series
Save for a few stand-outs, many films based on video games have been subject to scrutiny. From “Super Mario Bros.” to “Rampage,” films of this type have often received criticism, whether it be due to poor acting, a lack of…
‘Monday’ realistic, brutal reminder that romance lovers need
With more places lifting guidelines and regulations, many are starting to see the revival and eager reopening of movie theaters. Although many cinemas only have a select list to choose from, many films have stuck to the reliable online debut…
‘Demon Slayer’ movie shows much promise for series’ future
Following its season one finale, the creators of the beloved anime series “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” promised fans a follow-up film. The film, “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train,” garnered much anticipation due to the series’…
Laker Review makes predictions for Academy Awards results
Having been delayed by two months, the anticipated 93rd Academy Awards ceremony will take place Sunday. Aside from the delay caused by unprecedented circumstances, this year’s ceremony is notable due to the fact that the eligibility period for films to…
