QUESTION AUTHORITY! Question Authority! Swift shot: In the 70's, Yale University (where else?) conducted a now infamous experiment on obedience, you can read all about the Milgram Experiment here. Essentially, it proved that people were all too willing, given the slightest bit of authority, to punish or otherwise control their fellow man. I heard about the … [Read more...] about Compliance
The Croods
Swift shot: A story that evolved from a conversation with John Cleese, developed into a great find at the theaters almost a decade later. The Croods stars some of the most sought-after talent in Hollywood's voices, Nic Cage, Emma Stone, Ryan Reynolds, Catherine Keener, Clark Duke and rounded out by the ever popular, Cloris Leachman. You are almost immediately … [Read more...] about The Croods
Identity Thief
Sometimes your life needs a little mess in it. Swift shot: Mary, errr, I mean Melissa McCarthy is really growing on me. For some reason I keep calling her Mary, but maybe one of these days I will get it right! Speaking of identities, what's in a name? I guess if you've ever had your identity stolen, this film might offer some therapeutic release where you can see an … [Read more...] about Identity Thief
Warm Bodies
A Zombie film . . . with heart. Swift shot: Max Brooks purists, be advised, this film will irk you from the first second, but if you take the fresh pulse to heart, and don't overly think Warm Bodies, you will find an enjoyable film awaits. From the opening monologue of R (Nicholas Hoult), this film acknowledges it isn't one to take seriously. Yes, it is … [Read more...] about Warm Bodies
Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters (3D)
Witchin'! Swift shot: The Brothers Grimm version . . . this a'int! Gatling guns, grenades, all manner of technological marvels of malevolence are introduced into this goretastic version of the classic tale of the brother and sister who bested and baked a witch in her own oven. There is ill-placed profanity, some mild nudity and countless graphic, special … [Read more...] about Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters (3D)