Wow... March went by so fast! There's been a LOT of stories and events to cover (which you can follow in my other blog Pop Culture Crusader), as well as celebrating the 80th Anniversary of a certain Caped Crusader - but I haven't found the time to write my thoughts for two movies that are currently out in theaters as of this writing - Jordan Peele's fantastic new horror flick "Us" and Disney's live-action reimagination of the flying elephant story Dumbo. I enjoyed each of these movies for presenting fresh and unique film experiences in their respective genres, and I think it needs to be expressed in this batch of mini reviews I need to get out there.
Movie: US
Distributed by: UIP Philippines through Columbia Pictures Philippines
Not your ordinary kind of horror film, director Jordan Peele's second outing in the genre is psychological as it is brilliant - with Lupita Nyong'o and Winston Duke leading the charge in this thriller that explores a family taking a vacation only to encounter doppelgangers of themselves. This is something straight out of The Twilight Zone (which Peele is helming too!), and this is the kind of movie that does not emphasize special effects and action - but rather the serious acting chops of its cast which Lupita embodies in both of her characters Adelaide and Red. DEFINITELY A MUST SEE for horror fans and those looking for something VERY UNIQUE - and it's littered with lots of 80's references and easter eggs.
You can also check my Quick Reaction video here!
Rating - 5/5
Movie: Dumbo (2019)
Distributed by: Walt Disney Studios Philippines
A live-action remake of the 1941 Disney animated classic of the same name, "Dumbo" is a very similar yet different take on the story of a young elephant with huge ears who has the ability to fly - something that changes the lives of those around him in the circus and the audience he entertains with his unique gift. Gone are the talking elephants, mice, and other animals though - instead this Tim Burton directed film powers on with a magnificent cast led by Colin Farrell, Eva Green, Danny DeVito, and Michael Keaton. It's a very different movie altogether when compared to its cartoon counterpart - but I enjoyed the family friendly message, production values, and energy only a Burton production combined with Disney magic can give!
You can also check my Quick Reaction video here!
Rating - 4/5
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