I'm here for it!
There's a new movie that was announced this week, and I'm sure you have some level of familiarity with the subject matter. It's called A Minecraft Movie, inspired by the cultural phenomenon that is the video game.
I've been playing Minecraft since the start, back when the free version on PC was all the rave in my middle school classroom. Shortly after that, in 2012, the game came out for the Xbox 360. That's when everything changed and Minecraft became a household name, I think. Everybody played it.
I couldn't fathom how many hours of my life I've spent playing Minecraft, and honestly those have been some of the best times. I remember sleeping over at my friend's house on a weekend and staying up until dawn with controllers in our hands letting our creativity and sense of wonder go. Separately too, we'd all connect online together and collaborate. Those adventures exploring deep caves, farming crops, building, and crafting were so much fun, and players all around the world know just what I mean.
Though not quite as it once was, it's still hugely popular. I'm not sure if any other game has stood the test of time like Minecraft, and this movie is a long time coming. So, it ought to be done right, and I'm not exactly filled with confidence about how it's looking.
Check it out, and below, I'll tell you my impressions.
The first thing that gets me here is Jack Black as Steve. I hope that's some sort of joke, as I really don't think that's good casting. And I love Jack Black. That's just a bad fit all around.
Jason Momoa, on the other hand, I'm excited to see starring. He's got a mass appeal and brings a great mix of rugged strength and tender lovability to the roles he portrays. I'd consider him something of a John Cena type.
The visuals in this trailer make it seem heavy on the green screen, and I'm wondering if this flick is just going to end up as a one-and-done discount family movie night. Something you rent, but definitely don't go back and buy.
It's still got potential, so I'll give it a shot! How do you feel about it?
Horror Movie Called 'Copley Road' to be filmed in Akron/Cleveland
A new horror movie will be filming in the Akron area next year, and while it will be set in a 'fictional' version of the Rubber City, a well known area Road will be featured as the namesake of the movie.
"Copley Road" is expected to start filming in the Summer of 2020 and is being described as a "Present Day Horror Anthology" by the creators official Facebook Page. It may even have some opportunities for locals to audition for roles.
Stay up to date by following the Official #CopleyRoadMovie Facebook Page, HERE
(Courtesy of FOX 8 Cleveland)
Canton Movie Theater to serve you food... IN the theaters.
The Cinemark Movies 10 in the Belden Village/Jackson Twp. area will be closed from now until December while it undergoes renovations to bring a different kind of Movie-Going experience to the area: a Movie Bistro.
The Ten Theater movie house will reduce from ten screens to nine so a full service kitchen can be installed in the former tenth theater. There will be a full menu, that also includes adult beverages, that patrons can order from in the lobby and then have their food delivered to them in their seat before the movie starts. New reclining seats with seat warmers and swivel tables will also be installed.
In addition to these changes, the theater will also offer First-Run movies rather than the discounted older flicks that were available for many years.
While this may be a dream come true for some, it could also be a nightmare for others that may not want to have the added distraction of a large variety of food smells and the sounds of people eating while they try to enjoy a movie.
For all the details, including some of the featured new menu items, CLICK HERE for the full article from The Canton Repository Entertainment Editor, and good friend of mine, Dan Kane.
Another Family Movie Night at Canal Park!
Your Akron Rubber Ducks will host another family friendly event this Saturday Night, August 10th, in the form of "First Energy Movie Nights at Canal Park"!
For $5 per person, you'll be able to watch "The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part" at the beautiful Canal Park with proceeds helping out the great folks from Summa Health.
Gates will open at 6pm and showtime is at 7pm. You can get your tickets in advance, HERE, or at the Canal Park box office.