The Film Yap

A fun, goofy ride, “Jack the Giant Slayer” is head and shoulders above other fairy-tale inspired adventure films of late. Continue reading →

An endearingly stupid twist on the classic fairytale, with more gore. Lots of gore. Continue reading →

Overall “Identity Thief” is an enjoyable movie and a great way to spend a Friday night. Don’t expect anything new, but do expect to laugh.
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Arnie’s back with an old-fashioned shoot-em-up that shows he’s still got bona fides as an action star. Continue reading →

“Parker” isn’t run-of-the-mill. It’s the work of misfits who broke into a mill shuttered on the edge of town and fired up machines without knowing how they work. Continue reading →

A grand, brave film, “Cloud Atlas” is often puzzling but sometimes brilliant, a true sci-fi epic. Continue reading →

Despite the Norwegian countryside as a stunning backdrop, “Escape” is a historical thriller that’s all too forgettable in nearly every facet. Continue reading →

The creepy, atmospheric horror flick shows you how to effectively use CGI effects without overwhelming the story. Continue reading →

Exactly the sort of well-paced, whip-smart thriller everyone bemoans a lack of but rarely pays to see, Tom Cruise’s “Jack Reacher” gets a second shot on Blu-ray. Continue reading →

This quirky, offbeat romantic dramedy looks at two people with fractured psyches grasping for love, or at least stability. Continue reading →