Reviews
Today’s consumers have more entertainment options than ever before thanks to technology and the explosion of new media outlets. That’s why Hollywood in Toto will help readers suss out the very best content across media. We all lead busy lives. Let’s consume only the highest quality movies, television shows and music with our limited leisure time.
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Why ‘Snake Eyes’ Brings Out the Best in Nicolas Cage, Brian De Palma
Brian De Palma’s “Snake Eyes” stars Nicolas Cage as the brash, corrupt Detective Rick Santoro, who attends a high-profile boxing…
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Why You Should Watch ‘Chocolate War,’ the ’80s Film that Defied the Era
Keith Gordon’s “The Chocolate War” (1988) marked an impressive directorial debut, in which the character actor-turned-filmmaker ambitiously took on Robert…
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You Won’t Believe Who Joined Eastwood for 1988’s ‘Dead Pool’
“The Dead Pool” (1988) is among the wildest, most interesting of Clint Eastwood’s late 80’s action movies. It’s not just…
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‘Renfield’ Pumps Fresh Blood into Horror-Comedy Hybrid
Nicolas Cage is known for chewing a little scenery here and there. OK, make that, “a lot” of scenery. “Mandy.” “Vampire’s…
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Sly ‘Nefarious’ Bridges Gap Between Faith, Horror
Faith-based films have more on their mind than entertainment, and that’s often where the trouble begins. A Christian message, like…
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‘Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Is Exactly What Fans Deserve
Filmmakers are finally taking video games seriously. For years fans gritted their teeth through tepid adaptations like “Super Mario Bros.”…
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‘Paint’ Makes a Mockery of Bob Ross’ Legacy, Comedy 101
Bob Ross deserves better. The chipper artist known for his bushy ‘do and “happy trees” is the clear inspiration for…
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‘Air’ – Nothing but Net for Crowd-Pleasing Ode to Capitalism
Sports may be our last remaining meritocracy, much to ESPN’s chagrin. Can you throw a 98-miles-an-hour fastball? Sign here, kid,…
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‘Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves’ Rolls a 20
Role-playing games have survived the digital age, so it makes sense to bring the OG version to the big screen.…
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‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ Shows Series Isn’t Dead (Yet)
The “Fast & Furious” saga officially jumped the shark when two “family” members found themselves in outer space in the…
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