I was hooked the moment I saw the first trailer for A Walk Among the Tombstones. Liam Neeson waging a one–man war on criminals in the vein of Taken? Check. Bad guys who need to be taken out in the worst way? Check. Scrappy young sidekick lending a hand? Check.
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The Next YA Book Turned Movie: The Maze Runner
A story that’s three parts Lord of the Flies and one (tiny) part Labyrinth may seem derivative, dull and unnecessary. But with an interesting cast of characters, intense action sequences, and the hints and promises of a much bigger world outside the one we’re introduced to, The Maze Runner is a fast-paced and solid new […]
Letting the Wrong One In: “No Good Deed”
A home invasion is one of the most terrifying crimes to endure. Returning to a burglarized home after a vacation feels like a violation. The only balm for this kind of wound is the knowledge that your loved ones weren’t home when it happened. A home invasion during a storm while your spouse is away […]
Janna Does TIFF: Reviews from The First Weekend
As an avid film-goer, the Toronto International Film Festival is my favourite time of year. As always, this year’s festival has a diverse lineup of interesting, captivating films—and it’s impossible for anyone to see them all. But I’ve seen my fair share, and below you’ll find reviews for some of the most talked-about films from the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival. Read on for advice on which films you should watch out for in the coming year – and which ones you’re better off skipping.
“Life of Crime” Giveaway
We are proud to announce a giveaway in partnership with PartnersHub, in conjunction with Roadside Attractions for the comedy caper, Life of Crime! Read on to find out how you can take part in our contest and win a $15 Fandango gift card!
“WHAT IF”: A Rom-Com That Won’t Give You Cavities
Can men and women really be just friends? It’s a question as old as time, almost, and one that’s been posed in dozens upon dozens of romantic comedies. It’s clichéd, it’s tired, and it’s been proven untrue countless times. But this month’s new romantic comedy, What If, asks a slightly different question: can a man […]
Third Time’s Not the Charm: The Expendables 3
The first installment of The Expendables blasted into theaters in 2010 with an ensemble cast of actors from two decades of action films. Sylvester Stallone tapped known action stars like Bruce Willis, Dolph Lundgren and added newer stars and mixed martial artists like Jason Statham, Terry Crews, Randy Couture and Jet Li. The idea wasn’t […]
Canadian Pride: WHAT IF’s Meghan Heffern
For Canadian actors in the film and television industry, their options seem relatively clear-cut: work in the Canadian film scene, work on American projects shot in Canada, or move to the States to try and make a career in Hollywood. So when a project comes along that’s shot and set in Canada, features big-name talent, […]
Hooked on a Feeling: Guardians of the Galaxy
Marvel Studios has built a reputation for themselves over the past few years for making entertaining, high quality, blockbuster films based on their beloved, long-running comic book characters. Films like the Iron Man, Captain America, and Avengers franchises have restored careers (like Robert Downey, Jr.’s) as well as skyrocketed others to fame. The films, collectively called the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has also inspired a new interest in superheroes and comics on the whole. It’s a great time to be a geek.
At the Movies: Etiquette for the Movie Goer
The summer movie season is in full swing but a disturbing trend is occurring at theaters across the country: movie patrons are forgetting, or just plain ignoring, the common courtesies involved a night at the movies. The energy on the opening night of a big premiere is like nothing else but a few small factors can add up to a bad time if left unchecked. Here are few suggestions to preserve the experience for everyone:
LUCY: What were they thinking?!
The “ten-percent of brain” myth states that human beings use only ten percent of their total mental capacity. This belief also states that if humans could access more of their mental capacity, it increase mankind’s intelligence.
The Revolution of Music: Celebrating 30 Years of Purple Rain
Prince has been one of the World’s most successful musicians for over a generation, as well, an enigmatic figure in today’s pop culture. From the slick perm of yesteryear to the blown out fro of today, Prince has continually found ways to reinvent himself without compromising his music or who he is – an icon. And if you had to choose one moment when his legendary status was born, you’d have to say it was the release of his album and movie, both titled Purple Rain in the summer of 1984.
ZAPPED’s Queen of Comedy: Interview with Louriza Tronco
The Disney Channel is known for launching all sorts of young stars. Miley Cyrus. Selena Gomez. Zac Efron. The Jonas Brothers. Disney is an entertainment powerhouse in every way, and there are millions of tweens tuning into their television shows, buying their music, and watching their movies.
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