Robocop 2014 Review

(published but not yet edited)

I wont delve to much into why remakes draw negative criticism and often terrible reviews.
Say what you want about this remake, the one thing that is undeniable is that it stands as a rare remake that really sticks to the story of its 1987 original.
If you didn't care for the 1987 version, you probably will not enjoy this 2014 adaptation.
Keeping with the same theme of capitalism, social integrity vs. corporate greed and corporate agendas Robocop 2014 wont win any Oscars but it is definitely entertaining.
In both versions Robocop takes place in a near future, crime ridden Detroit city (eerie 1987 prediction of how things turned out for motor city).
Same as the original version, Robocop asks viewers if we are ready to live in a society where we can entrust robots to make lawful decisions. Forget the crime fighting robots and crazy special effects, Robocop is a sci-fi film that asks important real questions, 'what if' with real plausible answers 'let's hope the f not'.
 
Despite the script being slightly thin, the acting is good, but this is expected of course from Samuel L Jackson and especially Gary Oldman. Michael Keaton is always underrated and plays his character well. Joel Kinnaman fares decently as the lead Alex Murphy/Robocop.
The film does have a huge not so hidden message about corporate America and how far will people go to push an agenda over any moralities... this message is however nearly missed due to the action taking away from what could have been a real interestingly smart remake.
It does turn out mindless, despite having a great story, Robocop 2014 simply remains an action packed empty hearted sci-fi flick.
It is mindless entertainment but could have been so much more.
A big missed opportunity in my opinion.
5/10

'Need for Speed' starring Aaron Paul poster just released

'Need for Speed' will be out early next year, and even if 10% of fans of the game go watch this in theaters than it will be a huge success.
Starring Aaron Paul, the new action racecar movie also features Imogen Poots, Dominic Cooper, Kid Cudi, Rami Malek, and Michael Keaton as Monarch.
“Need For Speed” will hit theaters everywhere on March 14, 2014.
Below is the brand new poster for the upcoming film

Robocop brand new international trailer

I was on the fence watching the previous 2 trailers, but this one makes this Robocop reboot look pretty interesting. If you are unsure whether or not to go check out Robocop in theaters, I think this new trailer may help in making your decision yay or nay.
Starring Samuel L Jackson, Michael Keaton, Gary Oldman and Joel Kinnaman.
Robocop comes to theaters February 2014.

Watch the brand new international trailer here

BEETLEJUICE 2...kinda confirmed

Thank you Winona Rider, for breaking this news;

In an interview with  The Daily Beast Winona Ryder expressed interest in reprising her role of Lydia Deetz from the original Beetlejuice... from 27 years ago. Rider did seem to know a thing or two about the upcoming sequel and did confirm that it would be a remake and she was excited that the original writer Seth Grahame-Smith was to pen the story
To seal the deal, Winona ended the interview by saying:

"I'm kind of sworn to secrecy," Ryder said Monday afternoon in Los Angeles. "But it sounds like it might be happening."

Michael Keaton has expressed his interest in playing the title character as well.

new official Need For Speed trailer

I was under the impression that I had already seen a trailer for the film, however it seems that what the studios had released a few weeks back was simply a teaser.
Need for Speed is based on the most popular car racing franchise of all time
Starring Breaking Bad's Aaron Paul biiitch, Michael Keaton, Imogen Poots and Dakota Johnson, the film is set for a March 2014 release
The official trailer is now live and you can watch it here.