

Action Movie Reviews

Into the Storm storms into theaters as a fun popcorn summer movie for this late summer weekend. Our Into the Storm review points out that although the effects are outstanding, the true star is Sarah Wayne Callies.

Hercules Review: Dwayne Johnson Carries a Big Stick
Hercules comes to life anew with Dwayne Johnson wielding the hero's sword. But, the star here in our Hercules review -- dare we say -- is director Brett Ratner.

The Lone Ranger Review: Disney Does Hi-Yo Silver!
The Lone Ranger storms into theaters with a legacy that dates back to the 1930's. Our The Lone Ranger review finds that audiences can enjoy the ride, if they don't mind throwing tradition to the wind.

The East Review: I Spy a Revolution
The East is a riveting piece of work from the movie making team of Brit Marling and Zal Batmanglij. Our The East review finds the issues it presents as murky as the oil spills at the center of the eco-revenge thriller.

Fast and Furious 6 Review: Need for Speed
Fast and Furious 6 storms into theaters, hot off the explosive success of Fast Five. The entire gang is back and our Fast and Furious 6 review cannot say enough about how fun the ride is.

Pain and Gain Review: Michael Bay Brings the Muscle
The Pain and Gain review is one that is difficult to compose. The Mark Wahlberg and Dwayne Johnson starring film is the best Michael Bay movie to date, but what does that even say?

Oblivion Review: Tom Cruise Takes Off
Oblivion is a Tom Cruise movie, sure... but in fact it is truly all about filmmaker Joseph Kosinski. The Morgan Freeman starring movie, the Movie Fanatic Oblivion review reports, is a decent beginning to the summer movie season.

G.I. Joe Retaliation Review: A Whole New Joe
G.I. Joe: Retaliation has finally arrived after several delays and the question immediately arises: Is it worth the wait? Our G.I. Joe: Retaliation review can firmly say yes.

Olympus Has Fallen Review: Die Hard in the White House
Gerard Butler is back in action in Olympus Has Fallen. Our Olympus Has Fallen review finds the 300 star is right at home saving the day.

Dead Man Down Review: Double Barrelled Revenge
The revenge thriller gets a much needed shot in the arm with Dead Man Down. The Dead Man Down review finds the Colin Farrell-starring film adding a unique take to what could be a tired genre.

A Good Day to Die Hard Review: Bruce Willis Rocks Russia
A Good Day to Die Hard is the fifth time that Bruce Willis has played John McClane. Our A Good Day to Die Hard review finds that there is something truly special about Willis as McClane, no matter the storyline.

Hansel and Gretel Witch Hunters Review: Not Grandma's Fairy Tale
Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunter has to be given some props. Our Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunter review finds the concept rather fun, if a bit drawn out.