Jan 28, 2012

Michael Dequina gives his perspective on this week's Academy Award nominations

Jan 20, 2012

The Underworld franchise continues with this fourth film, bringing the action horror hybrid franchise into 3D for the first time.

Jan 19, 2012

Our take on this WWII epic that chronicles the heroic actions of the legendary Tuskeeggee Airmen.

Jan 19, 2012

Zhang Yimou's latest film stars Christian Bale, and is set during the 1937 Japanese occupation of Nanking.

Jan 19, 2012

Don 2 is a sequel Farhan Akhtar's 2006 global action hit. Does this sequel, which was also released in 3D,and features Bollywood superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra, live up to the original film?

Jan 16, 2012

Contraband is about smuggling and money but most of all it's about protecting one’s family.

Jan 16, 2012

A small town gospel choir has been trying for years to win the National Joyful Noise Competition. The death of their choir director brings uncertainty and conflict to this multicultural choir’s dream of becoming the best and winning it all.

Jan 15, 2012

After leading the nomination pack for the 69th Golden Globe awards, "The Artist" emerged as the big winner at the extravaganza by winning three trophies. "The Descendants" followed close behind, with George Clooney taking the best actor gong for the movie.

Dec 19, 2011

Visually, two things that instantly transcend the immediate boundaries of a viewer’s intellect to land straight inside are sex and violence. Thus brands that can no longer appeal to your intellect, or are too lazy to try, resort to either or both. That brand can either be a product or a movie star. This is indeed a trend observed among male movie stars....

Dec 2, 2011

Veteren film critic Michael Dequina returns with some reviews of a wide range of films. From horror to heroes and comedy sequels in between, here are some films you may have missed!

Nov 23, 2011

Here is a film made on the life of a rockstar whose tryst with destiny does not touch your heart.

Nov 20, 2011

Here’s a movie the Hindi film industry can be proud of. “Ra.One” can be touted as the first Hindi film that blends the elegance of Hollywood with Indian sensibilities.

Nov 19, 2011

"The Ides of March" is a coming-of-age film of a young idealist in the ruthless world of politics, of losing his virginity and innocence to the intrigue and violence of the political world.

Nov 13, 2011

A review of Speilberg and Jackson's adaptation of "Tintin". Does it live up to the reviewer's childhood memories?

Nov 9, 2011

Reflections on Heavy D - a pioneer in hip hop and one of the nicest people in the business - who died on November 8 in Los Angeles. We wish him a Peaceful Journey.

Oct 22, 2011

It's an old cliche that the world is what it is not because of bad men, but because of good men who watch and do nothing. We all have a strong sense of personal justice. But ask yourself if you saw something so wrong happening with others that it churns your guts, would you poke your nose into it?

Oct 22, 2011

It's the perfect time of year for horror movies! Does the latest Paranormal Activity live up to the hype of the previous two, or, is it shockingly good?

Oct 20, 2011

“My Friend Pinto” is a wispy, nostalgic comedy about a Goan simpleton’s one night of zany adventures in the mad, mad bustle of Mumbai during New Year’s eve.

Oct 14, 2011

What would you want from a film made on a story that is ripe with action? Obviously, more action and perhaps wit. In those departments The 3D Musketeers - don't disappoint.

Oct 14, 2011

Thunder Soul is about music teacher Conrad Johnson Jr. aka Prof, who molded a group of teens into one of the greatest stage bands you’d ever see and hear. This is a documentary chronicling the return of alumni from Kashmere High School’s Stage Band 35 years later to reunite and honor Prof and the legacy of a band that should never be forgotten. It’s about a visionary, the fusion of jazz and funk and setting an example for our kids. Thunder Soul is about life, love and music.

Oct 14, 2011

For 16 years, film critic Michael Dequina has been giving his take on films currently in theaters. This week he takes on 5 currently playing in theaters near you, including "Footloose" and "Killer Elite"

Oct 4, 2011

ESPN has to remove yet another individual from its Monday Night Football broadcast for outrageous comments. So if you;re ready for some football next Monday, you don't have to take some ignorance along with it.

Oct 2, 2011

Contributor Rocky Seker gives her POV on "Black Movie Month".

Sep 20, 2011

Jonathan Hailey tells us about his experience at the 15th Annual Urbanworld Film Festival!