Doesn't start off as a feel good movie but the mood definitely changes to something more optimistic towards the latter half.
On a scale of 1 tamale to 10 tamales I give it 7.8 tamales.
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Wednesday, August 26, 2015
The Rewrite Movie Review
Stars Hugh Grant, Marisa Tomei, J.K. Simmons. Hugh Grant plays a once successful screenwriter who is forced to accept a teaching position at a university in Binghamton, NY. He tries to teach as little as possible in order to spend time writing a new screenplay of his own but eventually learns to like teaching and develops a real interest in helping his students become better writers. Good solid performances all the way through.
Doesn't start off as a feel good movie but the mood definitely changes to something more optimistic towards the latter half.
On a scale of 1 tamale to 10 tamales I give it 7.8 tamales.
Doesn't start off as a feel good movie but the mood definitely changes to something more optimistic towards the latter half.
On a scale of 1 tamale to 10 tamales I give it 7.8 tamales.
Friday, August 21, 2015
The Artist and the Model - Movie Review
Click the link to listen to my review of The Artist and the Model.
Sunday, August 16, 2015
Foxcatcher Movie Review
Stars:
Channing Tatum
Mark Ruffalo
Steve Carell
Foxcatcher is based on true events that took place during the late 1980s. Olympic wrestlers/brothers, Dave and Mark Schultz, are recruited by eccentric millionaire John Du Pont to form the next official U.S.A Olympic wrestling team.
However, it quickly becomes clear that Du Pont is less interested in the sport of wrestling and more interested in impressing his aging mother. Thus, he allows his insecurities to get the best of him and takes out his frustrations on Mark and Dave.
All three actors give powerful performances throughout each scene. All of which leads up to a very dramatic conclusion.
On a scale of 1 tamale to 10 tamales I give Foxcatcher a solid 8.5 tamales.
Channing Tatum
Mark Ruffalo
Steve Carell
Foxcatcher is based on true events that took place during the late 1980s. Olympic wrestlers/brothers, Dave and Mark Schultz, are recruited by eccentric millionaire John Du Pont to form the next official U.S.A Olympic wrestling team.
However, it quickly becomes clear that Du Pont is less interested in the sport of wrestling and more interested in impressing his aging mother. Thus, he allows his insecurities to get the best of him and takes out his frustrations on Mark and Dave.
All three actors give powerful performances throughout each scene. All of which leads up to a very dramatic conclusion.
On a scale of 1 tamale to 10 tamales I give Foxcatcher a solid 8.5 tamales.
Tuesday, August 11, 2015
The Equalizer - Mini Movie Review
I was thoroughly surprised by The Equalizer! Surprised and delighted. Denzel Washington really shines in this movie. He plays a badass ex-hitman of sorts who inevitably comes out of retirement in order to help the innocent. I highly recommend you rent/stream it!
I give it 8 out of 10 tamales!
Exodus Gods and Kings - Mini Movie Review
Christian Bale as Moses? Believe it or not, he actually delivers a very powerful performance in this movie. Who knew a bible tale could be retold in such a fantastically secular manner? Not me. I highly recommend renting/streaming this movie.
I give it 8 out of 10 tamales!
Tuesday, July 28, 2015
Teen Angst? Nah... by Ned Vizzini (Book Review)
Teen Angst? Nah... by Ned Vizzini offers a unique perspective into the mind of a highly intelligent teenager. I talk about it a little more in Episode 5 of the Loera Reviews Podcast which will be uploaded tomorrow.
On a scale of 1 tamale to 10 tamales I give it 8.5 tamales!
Monday, July 27, 2015
Maps to the Stars - Movie Review
Click the link to watch my short video review of Maps to the Stars.
Saturday, July 25, 2015
Friday, July 24, 2015
The Hunt - Movie Review
The Hunt is a thought provoking psychological thriller. It depicts how quickly one terrible lie can destroy one man's life.
I give it 8 out of 10 tamales.
Wednesday, July 22, 2015
Listen to Episode 4 of the Loera Reviews Podcast!
Click the link to listen to Episode 4 of the Loera Reviews Podcast!
Friday, July 17, 2015
Nightcrawler - Short Video Review
Click the link to watch my short video review of Nightcrawler.
I'll be doing a more in depth review very soon. :-)
The Maze Runner Movie Review by Ryan A. Loera
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Thursday, July 16, 2015
Jurassic World Movie Review by Ryan A. Loera (Condensed Podcast)
Click the link to listen to a slightly different version of my review of Jurassic World!
Wednesday, July 15, 2015
Step Brothers Movie Review by Ryan A. Loera
2008
R
Comedy
Stars:
Will Ferrell
John C. Reilly
I'm a devoted Will Ferrell fan. I've seen every movie he's been in. One of my absolute favorites is Step Brothers.
Separately, Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly are quite hilarious but together they are an unstoppable comedic force!
A favorite scene of mine is when they decide to combine their beds in order to create bunk beds and have more room to do activities. Of course, their carpentry skills are pretty much non-existent. As soon as Dale jumps on the top bunk it slams down onto Brennan with great force! Luckily, Brennan sustains no serious injuries.
Every time I watch Step Brothers I am reminded of my nephews. They often behave in a similar manner.
On a scale of 1 tamale to 10 tamales I give Step Brothers 8.8 tamales!
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Black Nerd Reviews Suicide Squad Comic-Con Trailer
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Monday, July 13, 2015
Sunday, July 12, 2015
Minions Movie Review by Ryan A. Loera
2015
PG
Comedy/Animation
I was never a fan of the Despicable Me movies but I've always liked the Minions. They are just too hilarious to ignore.
The movie begins with their prehistoric origins. By which I mean it shows them evolve from single celled organisms into their current yellow physical form.
As it turns out, they served under some of the most infamous bad guys throughout history. This is primarily a kids movie but it's good to see they at least tried to teach today's kids a little something about history.
There are also plenty of funny scenes to keep everyone laughing and entertained. Minions is a prequel so the ending isn't really surprising. All and all, it's a good family friendly movie.
On a scale of 1 tamale to 10 tamales I give Minions 7 tamales.
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