Two Hollywood films for you this week: the latest Waschowski sci-fi epic and a Seth Rogen comedy that made international headlines late last year.
FOTW is a tough call. The lesser of two evils perhaps?
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Opening today:
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THE INTERVIEW……FILM OF THE WEEK
USA | 112 minutes | Comedy
Directors: Seth Rogen (This is the End), Evan Goldberg
Cast: James Franco, Seth Rogen, Randall Park, Lizzy Caplan, Timothy Simons, Diana Bang, Anesha Bailey
A talk show host and his producer are asked to assassinate the leader of North Korea, after it’s discovered he’s a fan.
There should be a few laughs to be had – and possibly a couple of groans.
Distributor: Sony Pictures Releasing
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JUPITER ASCENDING
USA | 127 minutes | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Directors: Andy Wachowski, Lana Wachowski (The Matrix trilogy, Cloud Atlas)
Cast: Mila Kunis, Channing Tatum, Sean Bean, Eddie Redmayne, Douglas Booth, Jo Osmond, Terry Gilliam, James D’Arcy
A destitute woman discovers her destiny is to rule the universe as a leader reborn; but the ruling sons have plans to keep their power and only a genetically engineered warrior can keep her safe from harm.
I really want this to be awesome, but I have that sinking feeling it won’t be.
Distributor: Roadshow Films
