"I measure and weigh what interests me." Swift shot: Based on the novel Wakolda, written by the film's director Lucia Puenzo, The German Doctor slowly beats into a terrifying conclusion. Set in 1960 Patagonia, in the German Bariloche region, a reclusive doctor makes the acquaintance of a family rewinding their lives. Loosely based on actual … [Read more...] about The German Doctor
Fanboys
"You gotta find your Death Star." Swift shot: I own this film, and I have watched it many times - it's kinda like my personal Odyssey. Star Wars is more than a film - it's a way of life for me. When I heard about Fanboys, I was instantly curious . . . and concerned . . . that it would mock something I hold dear to my heart. I was ready to critically … [Read more...] about Fanboys
Captain America: The Winter Soldier
"The price of freedom is high . . . and it's a price I'm willing to pay!" - Captain America Swift shot: Cleveland born veritas pioneers, the Russo brothers, direct a stunningly grounded super hero film that is really an homage to the 70's thriller. Captain America: The Winter Soldier has been referred to as Avengers 1.5, and it's a fair assessment. Teaming up with … [Read more...] about Captain America: The Winter Soldier
Bad Words
Talion - the origin is Latin, tallio: (noun) the system or legal principle of making the punishment correspond to the crime; retaliation T A L I O N, talion Swift shot: Jason Bateman has directed his first feature film, and it is about a 40 year old man competing in a child's spelling bee. In a warped way, Bateman, also the lead character, is the most despicable human … [Read more...] about Bad Words
Muppets: Most Wanted
Only a paid critic would say this was as good as The Muppets! Swift shot: Where's the star? The Muppets exploded a few years ago with avid Muppetphile Jason Segel and Amy Adams attacking the film with as much intensity as Rizzo the Rat going after cheese, but there was no comparable star power in Muppets: Most Wanted. In fact, the title is ironic, as it left … [Read more...] about Muppets: Most Wanted
