Howdy Folks! It’s The Kendog here with some good news for filmgoers. It’s looking like 2023 is shaping up to be a good year for summer blockbuster cinema. Almost like the pandemic didn’t happen, right? What I’m looking forward most to is my favorite cinematic, whip-wielding archeologist Indiana Jones. Despite being 80 years young, Harrison Ford is still bringing it as Indy. With James Mangold at the helm, “Indiana Jones and The Dial Of Destiny” looks like a terrific film. Also on the docket is the tenth installment of the increasingly over-the-top Fast And The Furious franchise. Believe it or not, this installment looks like a less goofy version of the previous film. It’s still over-the-top but in a more grounded way. (I know that doesn’t make much sense, but I think you’ll understand after you see the trailer!) Enjoy the trailers! So Sayeth The Kendog!
Dog’s Movie House: “Magic Mike’s Last Dance” Goes Out With More Of A Whimper Than A Bang!
Howdy Folks! It’s The Kendog here with a look at the unlikely trilogy capper to Steven Soderbergh’s Magic Mike stripper series. It’s called “Magic Mike’s Last Dance” and Soderbergh, a talented filmmaker who seems to have produced a rare misfire here. “Magic Mike’s Last Dance” details the further adventure’s of Mike Lane (Channing Tatum), who is now trying to make ends as a bartender after his furniture business goes under due to the pandemic. He’s also quit dancing as well. A chance encounter with wealthy yet unhappily married Maxandra Mendoza (a stunning Salma Heyek) leads to what can only be described as a revalatory lap dance the reignites a passion for life, among other things, for Max and soon she is whisking Mike over to London to revive a long gestating sexy dance musical. The trouble is, among other things, Max is trapped in a loveless marriage to a rich businessman (Alan Cox) who happens to have owned the theater where said revival is supposed to take place! Will Mike get beyond his insecurities and the culture shock of London in time to successfully produce the big show! What do you think?
Continue readingDog’s Movie House: “Knock At The Cabin” Elevated By An Outstanding Performance From Dave Bautista!
Howdy Folks! It’s The Kendog here with a look at M. Night Shyamalan’s latest thriller. It’s called “Knock At The Cabin” and features Dave Bautista as Leonard, a man whose shared visions with three other people have convinced him to descend upon a cabin in the woods. At this cabin are a couple, Eric (Jonathan Groff) and Andrew (Ben Aldridge) and their adopted daughter Wen (Kristin Cui). Leonard is convinced that the apocalypse is coming and the only way to stop it is for one of the three members of this family to be killed. The catch is that the victim must be killed by a member of his/her family. Leonard and his party can do nothing to intervene. Of course Eric and Andrew aren’t having any and their refusuals have extreme consequences, both to Leonard’s party and the world in general. Is Leonard right? Or is the whole thing just a shared delusion with a darker, yet more personal intent?
Continue readingDog’s Movie House: “80 For Brady” Good Old Fashioned Fun Elevated By A Great Cast!
Howdy Folks! It’s The Kendog here with a look at “80 For Brady” a comedy inspired by the true story of a quartet octagenerians who made the trek to Houston to see Tom Brady and the New England Patriots play in the Superbowl. This version stars legendary actresses Lily Tomlin, Rita Moreno, Jane Fonda, and Sally Field as the passionate foursome of New England fans who take a trip to remember to Texas and end up experiencing more than just the Superbowl.
Continue readingThe Dogcast: Some “Burns & Allen” In Honor Of George Burns Birthday!
Howdy Folks! It’s The Kendog here with some more old radio fun. This time we’re hitting “George Burns And Gracie Allen” in honor of George Burns Birthday! He was born January 20th 1896 and made it all the way to his 100th birthday. A brilliant comedian who realized he worked best as a straight man to his equally hilarious wife, the legendary Gracie Allen. Later in life, Burns would have a successful film career, winning an Oscar for the 1975 film “The Sunshine Boys.” Enjoy these episodes of classic comedy from one of the greats in old radio! So Sayeth The Kendog!
