Adrian Torres, Author at Boom Howdy

Anthony Mackie And Frank Grillo Gear Up To Lead Joe Lynch’s ‘Point Blank’ Remake For Netflix

Adrian TorresJune 22, 2018

As much as we all bemoan the possibility of yet another remake coming down the pike, sometimes the talent involved too good to ignore. Today brings one of those occasions, as Netflix circles the waters to make an English language film based on the 2... Read More...

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Review: ‘Tag’ Is One Big Dumb & Funny Summer Distraction

Adrian TorresJune 15, 2018

Everyone loves big dumb comedies. The history of cinema and box office receipts tell us as much. Too often though, such films have place more of an emphasis on the dumb and less on the fun. It's a tremulous balacing act, serving both masters. That's ... Read More...

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‘Incredibles 2’ Doesn’t Match Heights of Original, but Still Delights

Adrian TorresJune 15, 2018

Pixar is weird when it comes to sequels. For their more merchandise-minded franchises, they pump out new entries every couple years, to raid a new set of piggy banks. For their bigger individual offerings, though, they wait at least a decade. That cr... Read More...

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E3 2018: Nintendo Unleashes ‘Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’ Upon The Masses, Destroying Ocular Cavities Everywhere

Adrian TorresJune 12, 2018

If you tuned in to, or were curious about Nintendo's Press Conference earlier today at E3, you probably had one though on your mind "Show us the new Smash Bros!" Well, in a shrewd, overwhelming, terrifying, overloading, amazing, bombastic move the... Read More...

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E3 2018: Microsoft Triples Down On Gears Of War, Plans To Release Multiple Offshoots in 2019

Adrian TorresJune 11, 2018

Xbox's E3 press briefing had one big throughline, they wanted to place a focus on being a company where original IPs and games could thrive. So naturally everyone knew that meant there was going to be a Gears of War announcement impending. Sure enoug... Read More...

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E3 2018: EA’s Next Big Game ‘Anthem’ Gets A New Trailer, Gameplay Footage & Details Revealed

Adrian TorresJune 9, 2018

If you're a video game nut, then this weekend is HUGE for you. But you knew that already. You've been scrolling the internet for hours soaking up any and all rumors or leaks possible. If you're a casual gamer, then there's a chance you're just wantin... Read More...

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Review: Solid Performances Can’t Make Up For A Shoddy Script in ‘Hotel Artemis’

Adrian TorresJune 8, 2018

If Hotel Artemis is anything to go by, the future of 2028 won't at all be exciting. To be honest, things looks downright depressing and oppressive. California alone has seen water become fully privatized. When the main corporation that controls the v... Read More...

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Review: ‘Hereditary’ Is Brilliant Domestic Nightmare Fuel

Adrian TorresJune 8, 2018

For the while, horror felt like the redheaded stepchild of the film world, that no one talked about. Nowadays, at almost any time, the internet is filled with countless debates over what "is" or "isn't" horror. The notion that such a topic can be tri... Read More...

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Review: Not Even A Screaming Nicolas Cage Can Make The Tepid ‘211’ Enjoyable

Adrian TorresJune 8, 2018

At some point, someone needs to call Social Services to check in on Nicolas Cage. Seriously, it's hard to think of another "celebrated" (yes, those are necessary) actor who plumbs the Direct To Video depths, has a few festival films, as well as 1 to ... Read More...

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Review: ‘The Debt Collector’ Is An Interesting, Yet Messy Showcase For Scott Adkins

Adrian TorresJune 5, 2018

For the second time in 2018, Scott Adkins is proving he was a decade to late for mainstream stardom. He's more physically gifted than most current a-list action stars. He can stand toe to toe in the charisma department with the likes of Jason Statham... Read More...

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