UNDERWORLD: EVOLUTION
Starring: Kate Beckinsale, Stephen Rea, Michael
Ealy,
Theo James, India Eisley & Charles Dance
Directed by Måns Mårlind & Björn Stein for
distribution by Sony Screen Gems
The Plot: Now aware of
both the Vampire and Lycan clans, humankind embarks on a quest to destroy them,
but have to battle vampire protector Selene to achieve their goal.
The
Final Word: Like the “Resident Evil” series, the “Underworld”
franchise isn’t going anywhere. Now into its fourth installment, the horror
films starring Kate Beckinsale return to their usual release window and look to
again capitalize on an audience that clearly remains interested.
HAYWIRE
Starring: Gina Carano, Channing Tatum, Ewan
McGregor, Michael Fassbender
Antonio Banderas, Bill Paxton, Michael Douglas &
Michael Angarano
Directed by Steven Soderbergh for distribution by
Relativity Media
The Plot: Betrayed by
her own organization, a black ops solider seeks payback on those who have
wronged her as tried to figure out why she was targeted.
The
Final Word: Originally, when news of this movie broke, many
laughed it off as just another attempt by a athlete to cross-over to acting.
Although since then a few new developments had emerged such as a strong
supporting cast of known stars signed on and Steven Soderbergh was announced as
director. Now the thriller starting mixed-martial-arts breakout Gina Carono has
clawed its way into the conversation and audiences are legitimately psyched for
its release.
RED TAILS
Starring: Cuba Gooding Jr., Terrence Howard, Bryan
Cranston,
Nate Parker, David Oyelowo, Ne-Yo, Michael B.
Jordan,
Daniela Ruah, Stacie Davis & Gerald McRaney
Directed by Anthony Hemingway for distribution by
20th Century Fox & Lucasfilm
The Plot: A new take on the historical tale of the legendary Tuskegee air men, who bravely battled a war against international enemies and one against domestic discrimination.
The
Final Word: While the story of the Tuskegee air men is well
known, this new spin on the story comes from 20th Century Fox and George Lucas’
Lucasfilm, which means you can some cool visual effects that previous
adaptation were probably lacking. This version also has a talented array of
lead actors including Terrance Howard, Cuba Gooding Jr., Bryan Cranston and
Gerald McCraney.
Previewed next week: One For The Money, The Grey
