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“Reminiscence” Drives Backwards into Time

Written and directed by Lisa Joy, Reminiscence follows Nick Bannister, played by Hugh Jackman, as a scientist who develops a technology to go back into time. He searches for his long, lost love, played by Rebecca Ferguson.

Also starring in this science fiction movie are Thandiwe Newton, Natalie Martinez and Brett Cullen.

Exclusive “The Mitchells vs. The Machines” Tremendous Imagination, Genuine

THE MITCHELLS VS. THE MACHINES – (L-R) Maya Rudolph as “Linda Mitchell”, Abbi Jacobson as “Katie Mitchell”, Doug the Pug as “Monchi”, Mike Rianda as “Aaron Mitchell”, and Danny McBride as “Rick Mitchell”.
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According to Netflix, where the movie streams and posted by IMDB, The Mitchells vs. The Machines, an animated movie, follows an ordinary family who finds themselves in the middle of their biggest family challenge yet — saving the world from the robot apocalypse. 

When a film school of her dreams accepts creative outsider Katie Mitchell, she’s eager to leave home and find “her people,” when her nature-loving dad insists on having the whole family drive her to school and bond during one last totally-not-awkward-or-forced road trip. 

But when the trip can’t get any worse, the family suddenly finds itself in the middle of the robot uprising. Everything from smartphones to Roombas to evil Furbys tries to capture every human on the planet. 

Now it’s up to the Mitchells, including upbeat mom Linda, quirky little brother Aaron, their squishy pug, Monchi, and two friendly but simple-minded robots to save humanity.

Co-written and co-directed by Mike Rianda and Jeff Rowe, the voice cast includes Abbi Jacobson, Danny McBride, Maya Rudolph and Olivia Coleman. 

Superior “The Tomorrow War” Sizable on Mainstream Amazon Prime

CHRIS PRATT, EDWIN HODGE, and SAM RICHARDSON stars in THE TOMORROW WAR

Written by Zach Dean and directed by Chris McKay, The Tomorrow War begins with a world in shock when a group of time travelers arrives from the year 2051 to deliver an urgent message: Thirty years in the future, humanity is losing a global war against a deadly alien species.

KEITH POWERS and YVONNE STRAHOVSKI stars in THE TOMORROW WAR

Their only hope for survival is soldiers and civilians from the present to be transported to the future and join the fight.

Among those recruited is a high school teacher and family man, Dan Forester, played by Chris Pratt. Determined to save the world for his young daughter, Dan teams up with a brilliant scientist, played by Yvonne Strahovski, and his estranged father, played by J. K. Simmons, in a desperate quest to rewrite the fate of the planet.

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Disney’s “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” From Marvel

Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton and based on Marvel Comics, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings will focus on the story known as Shang-Chi: The Master of Kung-Fu, starring Simu Liu and Awkwafina. Tony Chiu-Wai Leung also stars as Wenwu.

Science Fiction “Voyagers” an Unusual High-Tech Bonanza

Voyagers

Written and directed by Neil Burger, Voyagers is about the future of humanity at stake. A group of young men and women, bred for intelligence and obedience, embark on an expedition to colonize a distant planet. But when they uncover disturbing secrets about the mission, they defy their training and explore their most primitive natures.

As life on the ship descends into chaos, they become consumed by fear, lust, and the insatiable hunger for power. The film stars Tye Sheridan, Lily-Rose Depp, Fionn Whitehead, Chanté Adams, Isaac Hempstead Wright, Viveik Kalra, Archie Madekwe, Quintessa Swindell, Madison Hu and Colin Farrell.

The storyline and a young adult cast helmed by Burger seem like a sure-fire hit. Burger’s movie credits include Limitless, starring Bradley Cooper, about a man who takes a pill and has unlimited mental capacity. Eddie soars to the top of the financial world. Still, the philosophical aspect of Burger’s touch proves that going up the pole without naturally developing your talent is socially and spiritually dangerous. The Illusionist is another well-crafted movie by Burger, where the protagonist steps out of the natural realm of progression and defies convention.

So, what happened to Voyagers?

Some of the reviewers say it’s Lord of the Flies in space. I beg to differ, though I can see why they think it. Kids are trapped alone without adult supervision and socially self-destruct. The book’s author, William Golding, put boys on the island, contrary to the spaceship with girls and boys. Perhaps the reviewers only read the Cliffnotes instead of the whole book, according to the teacher’s instructions. There is an adult onboard the space vessel — Colin Farrell.

Perhaps the secrets kept from the crew fell flat. Or, similar to Limitless, unnatural elements that cause supreme powers based on their breeding for intelligence and obedience are complex for teenagers, predominate audience, to believe.

Look at Voyagers today. It’s available at most streaming outlets.

Monumental “Dune” Perspective Absolutely Timely and Startling

Based on Frank Herbert’s book and directed by Denis Villeneuve, Dune follows Paul Atreides, played by Timothee Chalamet, who goes on a mythical and emotionally charged journey. Paul is a brilliant young man born into a destiny beyond his comprehension.

He travels to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure his family and people’s future. Malevolent forces explode into conflict over the pant’s exclusive supply of the most precious resource in existence, a commodity capable of unlocking humanity’s most significant potential. But it is those who can conquer their fear that will survive.

Villeneuve co-wrote the screenplay with Jon Spaihts and Eric Roth. Hans Zimmer composes the music for the science fiction film. The rest of the cast includes Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgard, Javier Bardem, Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista.

Godzilla vs. King Kong

Gigantic “Godzilla vs. Kong” Powerful Bargain for the Spotlight

Godzilla vs. King Kong

Directed by Adam Wingard, Godzilla vs. Kong is the next epic cinematic chapter in the battle of the two most significant icons in motion picture history. All as CGI, the fearsome Godzilla, and the mighty Kong fight it out with humanity caught in the balance.

Yes, the legends collide as Godzilla and Kong, some of the most potent forces of nature, clash on the big screen in a spectacular battle for the ages.

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A squadron embarks on a dangerous mission into fantastic uncharted terrain, unearthing clues to the Titans’ very origins and humankind’s survival. A conspiracy threatens to wipe the creatures from the face of the earth forever, whether they are good or evil.

Watching the trailer, I am impressed. The line, “It’s Godzilla.” is nostalgia.

Showdown

Written for the screen by Eric Pearson and Max Borenstein from the story by Terry Rossio, Michael Dougherty, and Zach Shields, the film has an impressive cast that includes Alexander Skarsgård, Millie Bobby Brown, Kyle Chandler, and Rebecca Hall.

Chaos Walking

“Chaos Walking” Ridley and Holland Star, Trust and Relationships

Chaos Walking

Directed by Doug Liman from the best-selling young adult novel The Knife of Never Letting Go, Chaos Walking starts in the distant future. Todd Hewitt, played by Tom Holland, befriends Viola, played by Daisy Ridley. She is a mysterious girl who crash-landed on his planet, where all the women have disappeared and are afflicted with “the Noise,” which forces men to display their thoughts.

In this dangerous landscape threatened by her life, Todd vows to protect Viola. He will have to discover his inner power and unlock the planet’s dark secrets. 

I am not sure which book of the trilogy the movie follows. Some say it’s a combination of two of the books. Another exciting aspect when comparing the book and the film is that Viola and Todd are 12 years old in the first book, while the film has them as adults.

The film is streaming on Amazon so that you can watch it. These two actors are talented, but the storyline, I’m sorry to say, didn’t capture the audience.

Liman also directed suspense thrillers The Bourne Identity and Edge of Tomorrow. The movie also stars Mads Mikkelsen, Demián Bichir, Cynthia Erivo, Nick Jonas, Kurt Sutter, and David Oyelowo.

Bill & Ted Face the Music

Unconditional Last Chance Magic “Bill & Ted Face The Music” Trailer

Bill & Ted Face the Music

Directed by Dean Parisot, the franchise returns with writers Chris Matheson and Ed Solomon—Bill and Ted Face the Music. The film will continue to track the time-traveling exploits of William “Bill” S. Preston Esq. and Theodore “Ted” Logan. Yet to fulfill their rock and roll destiny, the now middle-aged best friends set out on a new adventure when a visitor from the future warns them that only their song can save life as we know it. 

Watch Bill and Ted Face the Music

They will also include their daughters, who help them along the way. A new batch of historical figures join the fantasy, and a few music legends seek the song that will set their world right and bring harmony to the universe.

Bill & Ted Face the Music
Bill & Ted Face the Music

Dean Parisot also directed Galaxy Quest, and as mentioned earlier, the second installment script is by Chris Matheson and Ed Solomon. 

These two guys seem like they are having too much fun time traveling.

The featurette moves quickly through clips of the original movie and the sequel. There are interviews with the director and producers who explain what happens when Bill and Ted are older with daughters a lot like them.

This featurette is fun to watch and talks about the large cast.

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Nolan’s Exciting and Powerful “Tenet” Trailer

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Written and directed by Christopher Nolan, Tenet follows John David Washington’s character (no name revealed yet) in the sci-fi action movie utilizing a mixture of IMAX® and 70mm film to bring the story to the screen. Armed with only one word—Tenet—and fighting for the survival of the entire world, the Protagonist journeys through a twilight world of international espionage on a mission that will unfold in something beyond real-time. Not time travel— Inversion

The trailer tells the main point of the story of the inversion Washington’s character can cause. We also see Robert Pattinson as a clean and posh looking guy. That is a first for a long time. 

The cast includes Elizabeth Debicki, Dimple Kapadia, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Clémence Poésy, with Michael Caine and Kenneth Branagh.