flight – No Bad Movie

February 6, 2013 + 2013 Oscars Challenge

2013 Oscars Challenge: [23] Flight – Two Nominations

FLIGHT BEST ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE Nominated Role: As Whip Whitaker, Denzel Washington plays a pilot with a substance abuse problem whose life changes after he performs a daring maneuver during an airliner crash. Denzel Washington delivers a tortured performance worthy of an Academy Award. Unfortunately, there’s not going to be a third win for Denzel this year, the first two being “Glory” … Read More 2013 Oscars Challenge: [23] Flight – Two Nominations

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February 5, 2013 + Tuesday Releases

Tuesday Releases: Alex Cross, Flight, & Here Comes The Boom

by Christopher Haskell

FEBRUARY 5TH, 2013 HERE COMES THE BOOM // A film lacking a distinct genre, “Here Comes the Boom” tries to be a heartfelt comedy, but more-or-less comes off like a goofy ploy to get UFC into a widely released film. While Kevin James looks and acts the part, it is hard to get behind any character in the film due to the ridiculous nature … Read More Tuesday Releases: Alex Cross, Flight, & Here Comes The Boom

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November 22, 2012 + For Your Consideration

For Your Consideration 2012: Flight

by Christopher Haskell

With a big name like Robert Zemeckis behind it and the thrill of his return to the live action, “Flight” has a great shot of getting some Oscar recognition this year, especially with Denzel Washington’s high caliber performance and an excellent script from John Gatins. Zemeckis has been nominated for an Academy Award an astounding 32 times, with 1/3 of those wins. Here’s his … Read More For Your Consideration 2012: Flight

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November 2, 2012 + Theatrical New Releases

Theatrical Releases: Flight, The Man With The Iron Fists, & Wreck-It Ralph

by Christopher Haskell

FLIGHT || Denzel Washington delivers a heart-wrenching and spectacularly tortured performance as an alcoholic, yet extremely talented airplane pilot. With an intense opening act, involving an all-too-realistic plane crash, Zemeckis instantly grabs your attention and rarely lets go. “Flight” weaves a story so enthralling, one is never quite sure what will happen next, with expectations often toyed with, rocking back and forth from what … Read More Theatrical Releases: Flight, The Man With The Iron Fists, & Wreck-It Ralph