Hands-down the best movie of the new year. Think “Cloverfield” superheroes.
Thursday, February 2, 2012
By Shelli Sonstein - Clear Channel
Once in a while a film comes out of nowhere that just shines in originality. 27 year old director Josh Trank (who helmed the mostly unseen gem “Big Fan” starring Patton Oswalt) and screenwriter Max Landis (son of “The Blues Brothers” and “The Twilight Zone”filmmaker John Landis) make for an exciting moviemaking team.. They’re new and bring a breath of fresh air to Hollywood. I can’t wait to see their next creation.
Three high schoolers discover a mysterious hole in a wooded area and after going inside to explore , they suddenly develop superpowers that intensify each day. Chronicled by one of the teens armed with a video camera, what begins as a thrilling blast turns dark and tragic. Think about it: mixing teenage angst with super powers??? Not a good combo.
The three mostly unknown stars are fantastic. Fans of “Friday Night Lights” and “The Wire” will recognize Michael B. Jordan , who also stars in “Red Tails”. Dane DeHaan has also won critical acclaim from “In Treatment”. Alex Russell rounds out the well-drawn trio.
The trailer looks hokey but trust me- see see see this movie. I can’t wait for the sequel.
Cameron Crowe’s first family film – based on real life-a family deals with the death of the wife/mom by starting over buying a house on a property that includes a zoo.
© 2012
