Hollywood has a long history of taking beloved relics from our childhood and adapting them into big-screen entertainment, with the unfortunate truth being that the final…
Author: Brent Hankins
Brent Hankins
Brent Hankins has been blogging and writing film reviews online since 2011. He joined the Phoenix Film Critics Society in 2013, and was a founding member of the Phoenix Critics Circle the following year, where he currently serves as President. Brent also hosted the weekly Drinks and Discourse podcast for nearly 5 years, and is currently the editor-in-chief at The Lamplight Review. He resides in Tempe, AZ with his wife and son.
FX’s hit drama Justified is currently in its fifth season, and while leading man Timothy Olyphant may be the face of the series, supporting cast member…
As a seemingly endless rain pours down on a rural town somewhere in the Catskills, the matriarch of the Parker family succumbs to an unknown illness…
While Hollywood is content to churn out sappy romance flicks starring attractive twenty- and thirty-somethings every year, it’s rare to comes across a film that explores…
I should probably preface this review by admitting that I’m a huge fan of Ben Affleck: despite some unfortunate decisions earlier in his career, the man…
From the original theatrical review: Let’s be honest – moviegoers will spend the entire film anticipating the iconic prom scene, and when Carrie’s frustration finally boils…
Outrageous from start to finish, and rarely falters in its quest to entertain the audience for three hours.
A rare glimpse at the man behind the magic – and the woman responsible for one of his most memorable accomplishments.
As self-professed “companionator” Nero Padilla, Jimmy Smits has made a tremendous impact on the Sons of Anarchy mythology. His romantic ties to Gemma and his business…
A decent film that looks and sounds fantastic, but fans might be more satisfied with the extended edition, rather than this theatrical cut.
Memorable songs and classic fairy tale themes combine for the best animated film of the year.
A breathlessly thrilling sequel that improves on its predecessor in nearly every conceivable way.
On December 31, 1995, the final installment of Bill Watterson’s comic strip Calvin and Hobbes was published. The strip had run for just over a decade,…
Amusing at times, but never aspires to be more than a paint-by-numbers rom com.
As legal representation for SAMCRO, Ally Lowen has been involved in some of the most scandalous events to ever occur on FX’s Sons of Anarchy. This…
The action-packed 80s throwback gets a stellar Blu-ray release with a gorgeous video transfer and a ton of special features.
A spectacular failure on almost every level, particularly disappointing considering the talent involved.
A film that knows exactly what it is, and never aspires to be anything more. Turn off your brain, let yourself enjoy it.
Never strays too far from the source material, but still provides enough enjoyment for a modern-day audience.
The Dirties, which took home the Grand Jury Prize at this year’s Slamdance Film Festival, is the riveting tale of two best friends who team up…
Danny Trejo has one of the most recognizable faces in cinema, having appeared in more than 250 films since he first began acting at the age…
Sons of Anarchy has been on a rampage ever since the controversial season premiere, and the explosive ending to this week’s episode has forever changed the…
American Horror Story: Coven marks the third iteration of the FX anthology series, and the haunted houses and rundown asylums of past seasons have been traded…
An excellent film that boldly challenges the audience to look at bullying and school violence from a different perspective.
An engrossing character study, cleverly disguised as an adrenaline-soaked action film.
Hilariously vulgar, outrageously filthy, and unexpectedly heartwarming. An excellent directorial debut.
Kim Dickens is no stranger to television, with major roles in HBO’s Deadwood and Treme, as well as portraying Shelby Saracen in Friday Night Lights. She’s…
She may not be a member of SAMCRO, but as the de facto matriarch of the club, Gemma Teller Morrow’s fierce sense of loyalty and commitment to…
Portraying Tara Knowles on FX’s critically acclaimed Sons of Anarchy isn’t an easy task. She’s an incredibly polarizing figure, a character that simultaneously inspires hatred and…
Sons of Anarchy returned to FX last week with an explosive season premiere that shocked audiences and ignited controversy between series creator Kurt Sutter and conservative…
Donal Logue is a busy guy – he stars as Brendan Donovan on BBC’s hit detective drama Copper, he’ll be a key player in the upcoming…
Not for everyone, but different enough from the usual trashy romance stuff to warrant a second look.
Caters to fans of the franchise while providing just enough to keep newcomers entertained.
It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia has a very particular brand of comedy, derived from its characters (none of which are anywhere close to being decent human…