Malawski's Movie Mania

One of my all-time favorite directors, Christopher Nolan , dawns the screen with an emotional, riveting, and captivating essence with this "World War II" dramatic thriller. Unlike other War epics, " Dunkirk"  has unrelenting heart and succeeds at as a detailed and emotional film. However, there is something a little queasy surrounding this film. It's the constant reliability of the open waters of the "English Channel". Nolan proves once again in his film-making, that he is a force to be reckoned with in 21st century cinema and the war film genre. What makes the film victorious, despite the sense of nausea, is  a beautiful score from frequent collaborator to Nolan, maestro Hans Zimmer. Zimmer uses edge-of-your-seat techniques such as the ticking of a pocket watch, really get the audience in suspense. His score is as thrilling as the film itself. The score is one of the highlights of this film and that's something to keep note of.  If y...

Each and every installment of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, ( "MCU") consistently improves upon its humor. It very refreshing to see in this new " Spider Man " saga. Audiences got a peek at this new spider man in last summer's blockbuster "Captain America: Civil War". Getting his big break, is Brit Tom Holland. He portrays the web-slinging superhero in a marvelous fashion. While donning an American accent.  Holland is much better than Andrew Garfield in the "Amazing Spider Man" and Tobey Maguire in Sam Raimi's " Spider Man " trilogy.  No doubt. This film is one of the major highlights of the Marvel Studios films and for the summer moviegoing season. For one, it impresses throughout the entirety of the film. Spectacular action sequences and hearty laughs in virtually every scene, make the film continuously enjoyable. Very memorable parts you won't want to miss. First time Marvel film director Jon Watts, assembles a thoro...

The "Despicable Me" franchise has been a family-friendly sensation since the first film, which debuted 7 years ago. After the successes of the 2013 sequel to the first film, comes a sequel that is surprisingly dull and lacks efforts in comedic realms. It's really disappointing. But, to be fair, this film wasn't exactly made for teenage and adult audiences. It's meant to be a film for youngsters. In light of these events, the franchise should've stopped at the second film. I will, however, give directors Kyle Balda, Eric Guillon and Pierre Coffin props for making good action in the film. But, the dialogue isn't well held together with that action. And even franchise veterans: Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, and Miranda Cosgrove can't save this lackluster film.  Even to make matters worse, Trey Parker playing the 80's tv star and villain of the film. This is also a big problem because his character not only sounds like his raunchy "South Park...

I am not a fan of Quentin Tarantino, but this film is absolutely amazing. The award-winning World War II drama is a superb, unique and grotesque portrayal of sorts of some of the actual events that occurred.  What really won me over with this film was its incorporation of cinema in a movie about War and of course movies. It's really interesting, because you have great action sequences in here too. Weird huh? But the glory at the center of this film is the story and its characters. Christoph Waltz's antagonist Hans Landa, is an unsuspecting man of evil desires. There's so much persistency and depth to "Inglourious Basterds"  that makes it so memorable. Tarantino uses quirky and interesting ways at presenting this film. Even though the tedious subtitled European countries languages is used to provide information to audiences, it gets old after awhile. The acting in the film is just as wonderful as the feature itself. Starring: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz, Micha...

Let's take a trip down memory lane shall we? Based on the 1960's Japanese anime of the same name, " Speed Racer",  now gets a live action motion picture of its very own. This movie helmed by The Wachowski Brothers, makers of the "Matrix",  comes a similarly assembled feature. In regards to the visuals and approach that is. 2008's " Speed Racer" , is a fun and entertaining film, but it suffers heavily on color schemes and overblown CGI. Aside from that, the film is actually quite interesting. The directors use flashbacks and fast motion camera feels to the film. Adding a unique spin on creating a film like this. I do have to say, the flashbacks and fast forwards get very annoying after awhile. On the other hand, the acting is not perfect, but the story however gets the acting more in line with things going on. Some of the most memorable pieces of this film was indeed its visuals. But also the action and score. The action is up there in the...

Pixar's  "C ars"  franchise has had it's ups-and-downs since its first outing back in 2006. Following the first film in the franchise, was a sequel that was the studio's worst reviewed and cost them an Oscar nomination the following year. And for good reason. The third installment of this lucrative series is much better than its 2011 predecessor. This third installment offers the same tone that of the first film and that is refreshing and satisfying for viewers.  I'd say that this is a pretty big moment in the series. Originating back to the emotional roots of the first film, the third chapter is as emotional, quite possibly even more emotional than the first film that started it all. The story telling in this part of the saga is much more emotional and heartfelt than both of the films prior to this one. Voicing favorites from the other films once again are, Owen Wilson, Larry the Cable Guy and company all return to star. Also, this third feature, sees the...

This film is basically a repeat of sorts similar to that of 2011's "Bridesmaids" .  But, it does produce audience laughter. Tons of mischief, estrogen, and alcohol sums up pretty much what this film is. What do you get when you have Scarlett Johansson looking like Hillary Clinton, daughter of rocker Lenny Kravitz, Zoe, and a crazily horny Jillian Bell? You get a bachelorette party of raunchy and chaotic proportions. This film isn't as funny as the Paul Feig blockbuster comedy. But, it does get audiences laughing while overcoming some dull moments. Newcomer director Lucia Aniello makes an impressive comedic film with an unlikely cast of a female ensemble. Even though this film looks very colorful-(not only in language, but,  it's like a the unicorn from the end credits of last years comedy phenomenon " Deadpool"   threw up everywhere- while making it to bathroom successfully.  I'm not really impressed or find ScarJo as funny as her co-star Kat...