This weekend, one of the TV channels showed the 1971 classic, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, in memory of the late Gene Wilder. It’s one of those films that whenever it is on, even if it has started, you can sit and watch it. In part, due to the excellent central performance of Gene as Willy Wonka. It is a simple premise, Wonka, a master chocolatier who makes the … [Read more...]
12 Films Based on The Pages of Comics We Love!
The one genre that is dominating cinema is the comic book hero film, in particular, those from Marvel and DC comics. In fact with shows like Arrow and Supergirl you could argue they are dominating our TV viewing too. We have to admit though we are slightly losing interest with them a bit, we enjoy them and we have quite a few of them in our collection, but maybe we need a … [Read more...]
One Film We Wouldn’t Dredd To Get A Sequel!
Another summer has passed, with plenty of sequels and reboots, with even more on the way, yet we still remain amazed that we have yet to see a Dredd 2! From director Pete Travis, who directed thriller Vantage Point and a script from Alex Garland (Sunshine; 28 Days Later & Ex Machina) this film about an established 2000 AD comic character, should have had no trouble … [Read more...]
The Big Short In Short Is A Must See!
This week we watched The Big Short another film nominated for best Oscar, based on true events from a book by Michael Lewis. The film was written for the screen and directed by Adam McKay who is probably best known for his comedy films with Will Ferrell, those being Anchorman; Step Brothers; The Other Guys and Anchorman 2. This film follows some experts in the finance … [Read more...]
Dreams Come True In This Movie Field!
This weekend’s Sunday movie, BMAF headed to the 1989 Field Of Dreams, A much-loved fantasy drama starring Kevin Costner. The film is written and directed by Phil Alden Robinson (Sneakers, The Sum of All Fears) is based on W.P. Kinsella’s novel Shoeless Joe. This fantasy drama is not only well-loved by movie fans but also was nominated for 3 Oscars, Best Screenplay; Best … [Read more...]