"You just got Coopered!" Directed by: Anne Fletcher Writers: David Feeney, John Quaintance Cast: Reese Witherspoon, Sofía Vergara, Robert Kazinsky, John Carroll Lynch Swift shot: With a comedy duo, timing and chemistry is everything. At first glance, Hot Pursuit is really just a goofy, forgettable cop caper, but it did bust my gut a few times. For some reason, I … [Read more...] about Hot Pursuit
Comedy
The Voices
What would you do if your dog and cat talked to you? In February 2015, Jerry heard what his pets had to say, but were they giving him the best advice? Directed by: Marjane Satrapi Cast: Ryan Reynolds as Jerry/Mr. Whiskers (voice), Bosco (voice), Deer (voice), Bunny Monkey (voice), Gemma Arterton as Fiona, Anna Kendrick as Lisa, Jacki Weaver as Dr. Warren and Ella Smith as … [Read more...] about The Voices
While We’re Young
Glib Written/Directed by: Noah Baumbach Cast: Ben Stiller, Naomi Watts, Adam Driver, Amanda Seyfried, Charles Grodin Swift shot: When I watch a Ben Stiller film, I expect certain things out of it, but mainly I want to be entertained and feel like the characters have an actual stake in the story. If they don't come across as genuine, they've lost me. That was what I … [Read more...] about While We’re Young
Tetherball: The Movie
"For you women, these rules don't apply to you . . . just like everything else in life." Directed by: Chris Nickin Cast: Rick Dawson, Rob Fender, Brian Titus, Jonathan Alderman Swift shot: Screwball comedy with enough dick jokes to offend the whiniest of #AntiGamerGaters! Another indie flick that I was requested to review, guerrilla-style, shot on a low-budget, … [Read more...] about Tetherball: The Movie
Home
Don't be a Poomp; go see Home! Director: Tim Johnson Writers: Tom J. Astle, Matt Ember, and Adam Rex (adapted from his novel "The True Meaning of Smekday"). Swift shot: I was afraid this film was going to be overly cutesy, and only appealing to the little human persons in your family. Thankfully, there were a few contemplative moments that bridged the age gap and made the … [Read more...] about Home
