Kev's Reviews

 "Oppenheimer" is a compelling biographical drama that takes audiences on an emotional rollercoaster through the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, a brilliant physicist whose intellect was both a blessing and a curse. Directed by auteur Christopher Nolan, this film delves deep into the intricacies of Oppenheimer's life, focusing on his pivotal role in the development of the nuclear bomb codenamed "The Manhattan Project" during World War II. Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous 1940s, the movie provides an intimate portrayal of Oppenheimer, portrayed masterfully by Cillian Murphy, who developed the atomic bomb to end the war of all wars - not really, but that was the hope-fuel belief at the time. Visually, "Oppenheimer" is a feast for the eyes. The attention to detail in the recreation of the 1940s era is commendable, from the exquisite period costumes to the breathtaking cinematography. The recreation of the Los Alamos National Laboratory and the Tr

The film's plot picks up after the events of "Spectre" and sees Bond living a tranquil life in Jamaica. However, his peace is short-lived when he is reluctantly pulled back into active service to confront a new and deadly global threat. A mysterious villain with dangerous technology and a personal vendetta becomes Bond's most formidable adversary yet. To save the world from impending doom, Bond must navigate a treacherous path, confront his past, and make difficult choices that challenge his loyalty and the essence of being James Bond. One of the standout elements of "No Time To Die" is its emotional depth and character-driven narrative. Daniel Craig delivers an exceptional performance, showcasing Bond's vulnerability and inner conflict like never before. As the spy who is renowned for his cold demeanor and unshakable resolve, seeing Bond grapple with personal demons adds layers to his character, making him more relatable and human. The supporting cast i

  "Mission Impossible - Dead Reckoning" is the latest action-packed installment in the renowned Mission Impossible franchise, and it undoubtedly lives up to its legacy of delivering adrenaline-pumping excitement and thrilling espionage. Directed by a seasoned action maestro and starring the charismatic Tom Cruise reprising his role as Ethan Hunt, this film takes audiences on an exhilarating ride from start to finish. The plot of "Dead Reckoning" unfolds with the IMF (Impossible Mission Force) facing their most daunting challenge yet – a powerful and mysterious terrorist organization determined to wreak havoc on the world as he is on the run with a new-age weapon. The third MI movie directed and written by Christopher McQuirie, the film tracks along a boilerplate plot line wrapped in miraculously-pulled-off stunts that brings the panache to this ham-fisted sequel.  Ethan Hunt, alongside his skilled team, must navigate a treacherous path of deception, betrayal, and in

Upon a famous writer's death, the sophisticated Detective Benoit Blanc ( Daniel Craig) comes to the deceased man's estate to investigate, interviewing dysfunctional relatives of the departed. With a wecb of red harings to sift through, Blanc begins to uncover the entangled truth. "(It's) an entertainment that's as smart, witty, stylish and exhilarating as any movie lover could wish for, " says Joe Morgenstern , Wall Street Journal Top Critic.  Following the whodunit tradition   set forth by Agatha Cristy, Rian Johnson puts a modern spin on the theme, making a smart, witty, Clue-like mystery. In a Fargo-like montage, there's a great deal of shannagans and antidotes with stabs of funny cynicism. "Rian Johnson kept the mood of the movie rather light and seemingly frivolous, " writes FlixChatter Film Blog's Ruth Maramis . "But don't let that fool you, it's suspenseful when it needs to be and so delightfully entertainin

Art vs. commerce, guts vs.corporate caution, friendship vs . the world. Based on the incredible true story of legendary car designer Carroll Shelby (Damon) and daring British driver Ken Miles (Christian Bale) fight corporate big wigs, the laws of physics and their own demons to reinvent the race car for the Ford Motor Company to be raced in the 1966 24-hour Le Mans of France. I'm not a motorhead, nor am I a fan of car racing, but you don't necessarily have to like the sport to watch this movie. You just have to appreciate good storytelling. Geared to be a top contender in the box office, forecasting to rack up $100 million domestically through the holiday, Ford vs. Ferrari has gotten a 95 percent score on Rotten Tomatoes among both critics and audiences. According to Forbes' Contributing Writer Mark Hughes, "Director James Mangold’s teaming with Oscar winners Matt Damon and Christian Bale is generating plenty of award season buzz, and looks to be a shoo-in fo

Space exploration has been the theme of many blockbusters.  A Trip to the Moon (1902),   Apollo 13 (1995), Interstellar (2014), and others. It has become a cash cow for Hollywood, boosting box office sales to infinity and beyond! But, all pale in comparison with the latest space odyssey, First Man, which chronicles Neil Armstrong's struggles and successes leading up to his iconic first step on the Moon, July 20, 1969. B ased on James R. Hansen’s biography of Armstrong, the film begins with adult Armstrong test-flying the not-quite-controllable X-15 airplane-makeshift rocket. I'm sure Director Damien Chazelle fought the urge to make this two-hour film into a full-blown biopic - which ended up being for the best. Instead, he created a tense drama with a Montage of glances of Armstrong's youth. Skipping church, they flew planes. Instead of living the stereotypical 1940s American family lifestyle, they lived in the air.  "W e skipped Sunday school and took our first

Add caption Impossible covert operations - that's what the IMF does. Tom Cruise returns as point man Ethan Hunt in what may be - not only the best of the Mission: Impossible franchise, but the best action movie of all. Good intentions can be a fatal flaw. IMF agent Ethan Hunt is tasked to intercept three stolen plutonium cores but fails to recover them when he is forced to make a split-second decision between retrieving the cores or saving his best friend, Luther. Cruise, 56, holds nothing back jumping from planes, brawling in bathrooms with much larger enemies and engaging in a death-defying chase on a motorcycle in Tom-Cruise fashion. If you think he's grasping at straws trying to extend his Hollywood namesake driven by his ego, think again. Cruise shines brightly, once again transforming into the gritty Ethan Hunt who is doggedly pursuing the criminal group called  o rganization The Syndicate (introduced in Rogue Nation).  As CIA Agen t August Walker joins the IMF tea