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Fast-paced remake of ‘The Guilty’ misses some of the original’s subtlety

Friday, 08 October 2021 04:24 By Glenn Kay For the Sun

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Running Time:
90 minutes

This film will be available to stream on Netflix Oct. 1.

In 2018, a claustrophobic little Danish thriller called “The Guilty” made a big splash with movie reviewers, earning numerous award nominations (including one from the critic circle this reviewer belongs to) and even taking home a few prizes. It hasn’t taken long for the English-language remake rights to be sold, resulting in a new take on the story. This version is well-performed and is generally faithful to the source material. But while those who aren’t familiar with the original may find themselves engaged in the proceedings, anyone who has seen the previous...

Peek into Tony Soprano’s formative years in ‘The Many Saints of Newark’

Friday, 01 October 2021 04:58 By Glenn Kay For the Sun

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Running Time: 120 minutes

This will be playing in theaters and streaming on HBO Max, Oct. 1.

The HBO series, “The Sopranos,” premiered just over 20 years ago and became a phenomenon during its six-season run. Unfortunately, this reviewer didn’t have the pay-cable service and completely missed it as a result. In the years since, many who enjoyed the show have continued asking questions about the show and its colorful characters. As a newbie to the material, I would guess that “The Many Saints of Newark” isn’t interested in answering any of these inquiries.

That may be disappointing to some, but at least the film provides a few memorable...

Blu-ray/DVD Roundup for September 24, 2021

Friday, 01 October 2021 04:57 Gallupsun Staff

It’s time for a look at some of the latest Blu-rays and DVDs arriving at retailers. Some weeks are busy and others are quieter, but this edition is jam-packed with new material, including studio blockbusters and notable independent efforts. So, if you can’t or shouldn’t be heading out to the movies just yet, be sure to give one of these titles a try!

BIG NEW RELEASES!

CRUELLA: The Disney 1961 animated classic, “101 Dalmatians” gets a live-action prequel detailing the life story of villainess Cruella de Vil. As a young woman, de Vil is forced to endure a tragedy before growing up and making a start in the fashion industry. The lead attracts the attention and...

A bizarre true story: ‘The Eyes of Tammy Faye’

Friday, 24 September 2021 06:08 By Glenn Kay For the Sun

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Running Time: 126 minutes

Searchlight Pictures will be releasing this feature in theaters on Sept. 17.

The 1980s were a strange decade. As a child, I can remember being at home and flipping channels on the television, only to come across a strange syndicated program called, “The PTL Club.” It was quite surreal to witness, at first coming off like an overly elaborate and gaudy variety show before morphing into an extended pitch from the hosts asking viewers to call in and send them money. As one might have expected, a series of scandals eventually arose when the IRS started to investigate the ministry and its finances.

“The Eyes of Tammy Faye,”...

Blu-ray/DVD Roundup for September 17, 2021

Friday, 24 September 2021 06:07 By Glenn Kay For the Sun

It’s time for another look at some of this week’s Blu-ray and DVD highlights. This is another busy edition, packed with Hollywood blockbusters and interesting independent fare. So, if you can’t or shouldn’t be heading out to the movies right now, be sure to give one of these titles a try!

BIG NEW RELEASES!

BLACK WIDOW: The latest Marvel comic book adaptation is a prequel of sorts that follows the popular Russian super soldier Black Widow. Following the events of “Captain America: Civil War,” the Avengers have been temporarily disbanded. Black Widow goes on the run, returning to her homeland to reunite with her surrogate family. She also squares off against the...