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Star Trek Beyond, the highly anticipated next installment in the globally popular Star Trek franchise, created by Gene Roddenberry and reintroduced by J.J. Abrams in 2009, returns with director Justin Lin (InchThe Fast and the FuriousInch franchise) at the helm of this epic voyage of the U.S.S. Enterprise and her intrepid crew. In InchBeyond,Inch the Enterprise crew explores the furthest reaches of uncharted space, where they encounter a mysterious new enemy who puts them and everything the Federation stands for to the test.
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4
A Nice Threequel in the New Star Trek Reboot
on January 9, 2017
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Space…the final frontier…one that can be turned to endlessly to create pulpy science fiction drama in the form of Paramount’s perennial Star Trek franchise. The latest to hit theatres, Beyond, offers some tweaks to the formula that JJ Abrams established with the successful and entertaining 2009 reboot & Into Darkness.
First off, the focus has turned more toward character dynamics and exploration of unknown worlds. These are welcome changes as it draws a greater feeling of classic Star Trek films versus the more action-heavy recent installments. Justin Lin, who reignited the Fast & Furious franchise, also takes the helm as director with Simon Pegg taking on screenwriting duties. Those moves shine through with an experience that’s overall more fun and direct with less time given to the tenuous Alternate Universe connections that made the first 2 in this new take on the franchise confusing. The theme of the movie – strength in unity – is a nice one to take in during what is shaping up to be a bitterly contested political election year.
I only had a couple of issues with the movie. Idris Elba plays the main villain and does a nice job with the role. However the intricate make-up job, while impressive, is sort of ridiculous and his broken pattern of speech coupled with his ultra-deep intonations make him occasionally difficult to understand. Some of the humor – especially with Karl Urban’s character Bones – feels forced. The opening scene featuring some poorly rendered goofy pint-sized CG aliens was weak.
Overall though, I think this is probably the best of the new Star Trek films. Recommended.
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4
One of the Best Movies of Summer 2016
on January 9, 2017
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‘The Magnificent Seven’ brings together all you'd want from a great Western – a talented ensemble cast, well-choreographed action sequences, beautiful desert vistas, and of course a rousing musical score featuring the theme from the acclaimed 1960 version. It’ll make you reach for the skies like it’s high noon…with happiness! Well, maybe that's a bit much, but I think you'll enjoy yourself.
The cast shines brightest of all the elements the film brings to the table - especially when it comes to its two stars Denzel Washington and Chris Pratt. Washington brings the intensity and poise you expect of hardened bounty hunter Sam Chisolm while Pratt delivers the laughs as he transitions from space cowboy in ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ to actual cowboy without losing a beat. It seems that director Antoine Fuqua is perhaps tapping into some of that Marvel superhero magic with his approach to characterization as each of the Seven is distinguished with a particular fighting skill (master with knives, bows, explosives specialist, etc).
The story is serviceable as the Seven attempt to take back a small mining town from the clutches of an evil band of thieves lead by Bart Bogue (a nice turn from actor Peter Sarsgaard). While never dull, much of the movie is setting the pieces in place for the final 40 minute confrontation pitting the Seven and the townsfolk against Bogue’s army of hired guns. Fuqua certainly knows how to stirrup compelling action sequences as he displayed in past works like ‘Training Day!’
While perhaps not a classic for the ages, this is spectacular entertainment that’s certainly worth saddling up for and heading down to the theatre. Giddy up!
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This special box set celebrating the 50th anniversary of Star Trek includes all six of the original films series, which were released between 1979 and 1991 and starred William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, George Takei and the rest of the original USS Enterprise crew. All films have been digitally remastered and this set includes behind-the-scenes bonus features.
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5
Several Classic Movies for an Affordable Price
on January 9, 2017
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Getting so many movies for a low price is a great deal for any Trekkie!
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Revisit the Mushroom Kingdom in all its side-scrolling glory in New Super Mario Bros. U. The revolutionary Wii U GamePad controller's capabilities make it possible for multiplayer action to be incorporated into this game in a way that few could have imagined. The Wii U GamePad even allows you to switch seamlessly from playing on the TV to playing on the GamePad so that your thrill doesn't need to be interrupted by someone else's need for the TV. Then, when Mario is nowhere to be found, it's up to Luigi to save the day ~ and boy is he up for the challenge. Featuring distinct Luigi physics, his unique slide is even more impressive and his high jump is even higher and longer to provide a gratifying gameplay experience in New Super Luigi U. Each replayable and satisfying course is full of new challenges and adventures, and there's no time to waste, since each course features a time limit of just 100 seconds. Switch it up and play as Nabbit, Luigi's new friend, who is invincible to enemies and obstacles. Level up your New Super Mario Bros. U experience with more than 80 brand-new courses in New Super Luigi U, which takes place in the same world, but doesn't require the game to play. Welcome back to the addicting, bizarre and amazing Super Mario Bros. franchise.
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5
Two Fun Mario Experiences for the Price of One
on January 9, 2017
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One of the best multiplayer platforming games available. It's well worth your time with a lot of collectables and modes. Give it a spin!
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One card, millions of ways to enjoy it. Use the App Store & iTunes Gift Card to get apps, games, music, movies and TV shows. Available in a variety of denominations - spend it on in-app content, books, TV show subscriptions or even iCloud storage to secure files from all your Apple devices.
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It's All You Need For Apple Products
on January 4, 2017
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A convenient and easy to use gift card. Great for getting what you want on the App Store or iTunes store while still stacking up those Best Buy rewards points!
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It's the holiday season in Willamette, Colorado and a mysterious outbreak has overrun the Willamette Memorial Megaplex Mall and surrounding town with dangerous and deadly predators. Join Frank West as you explore a vast, open world sandbox filled with dangerous new zombies and a million ways to kill them as you seek to uncover the truth behind the outbreak ~ or die trying.
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5
Great Addition to the Franchise
on January 4, 2017
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There's some pretty big shake-ups to the Dead Rising formula like getting rid of the timer, but it's fun and plays well on the XBOX One.
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Combine horror with the holidays and kiss your favorite zombie love underneath this Undead 4 mistletoe ornament. This collectible piece is constructed of resin for durable hanging from a door, tree or shelf, creating an instant ghoulish hit that boosts your gaming ambiance. The severed hand holding a sprig of holiday cheer gives this Undead 4 mistletoe ornament clever appeal.
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5
Nice Ornament
on January 4, 2017
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It hangs on the tree and adds a zombie/Dead Rising flair to the holidays. What's not to love?
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This collection contains 5 films from the Final Destination horror series. Titles include Final Destination (2000), Final Destination 2 (2003), Final Destination 3 (2006), The Final Destination (2009) and Final Destination 5 (2011).
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4
Super Value for Dumb Fun Horror Movies
on November 1, 2016
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The Final Destination series is about as goofy as it gets, but getting all 5 for the price of a trip to Chipotle doesn't get much better! Fun to pull out a couple of these around Halloween and give them a spin.
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Offers Some Decent Holiday Fun
on November 1, 2016
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Krampus gets off to an awesome start with a sharp wit and a set-up that recalls other holiday classics like National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. When it turns toward being a horror movie though, Krampus isn't used enough and the various CGI minions get too much screentime. A passable movie you may spin once every few years near Christmas time, but not quite a holiday mainstay.
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A Minor Letdown
on November 1, 2016
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Justin Vernon and his band Bon Iver (plus Volcano Choir and Shouting Matches for that matter) are tremendous. But unfortunately this album didn't work for me. Some of the songs are terrific, but the production falls short in that it's too minimalist and processed. Clocking in at just over half an hour, the album also feels a little too lightweight for something that's been on the burner for over 5 years. Not bad by any means, but I hoped for more.
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