Matthew R. Reis: Film and TV Critic

Break a leg. 4 Stars Blog Exclusive! I'm in between classes and my work is done so I thought I'd talk about "Breaking Bad." In my opinion I feel that "Breaking Bad" is one of those rare shows that makes viewers disregard clichés, and embrace uncertainty. Each episode I've watched so far (mind you I only have completed the first 2 seasons) contributes something to the viewer(s). The creative team behind "Bad" force the viewers to think, react and interact with the show in a very cerebral way. That being said, for the first time in a long time I don't feel like I've lost any brain cells watching this series. Rather at least for me, I gain a lot of knowledge about filmmaking, and the harsh realities of the drug trade. The show also delves a lot into human psychology and makes each character's problems seem plausible. I feel that the show accurately talks about tough, real life issues. Changing pace... another thing that comes ...

Scuba divers trapped in a cave filled with water. What? 2 1/2 stars As featured in: "The Ithacan" What can go wrong diving in caves echoes throughout the spooky underground adventure of “Sanctum,” a 3D saga where one wrong turn could lead to death. Whether it’s getting lost in uncharted territory, going crazy or swallowing its pride, the largely unknown cast of “Sanctum” gets showered in a sea of hurt. “Sanctum” takes place almost entirely in a vast network of subterranean caves in Papua New Guinea. Richard Roxburgh plays Frank, a character akin to a modern day Indiana Jones. However, Frank isn’t afraid of snakes like Indie was. In fact, hardly anything makes him skittish. Frank revels in the unknown and along with a group of highly trained climbers, divers and waterproof robots, sets out to finish mapping the rest of the largest cave system in the world. The first twenty minutes of “Sanctum” are terrible. Director Alister Grieson makes absurd decisions that he seemin...

Hello friends, fellow bloggers and casual moviegoers, This site isn't all about me and my work (or Eve). It's meant to be an insightful, drama-free forum for your opinions and ideas. That being said please comment, subscribe and visit often. So a little bit about me. I'm a college student studying Design (formerly Cinema Production.) The focus of this blog will be to primarily review movies, but some books and and TV shows will be covered on a less frequent basis. I'll also shamelessly promote my own photography and film work and provide insights into what I think about certain media messages. So all in all expect a smorgasbord of delightful insights and not mindless when you visit the blog. And check out my website for videos, some other writings and ways to get in touch. Warmest Regards, Matthew R. Reis © 2011 Matthew R. Reis, All rights reserved.