Reviews on Previews
After two long years, I am reintroducing former Urban School student and Urban Legend staff writer Lily Dodd’s concept of reviewing upcoming cinematic works based exclusively on their trailers. I have not seen these movies, and I may never. After a few minutes of previews, I have prepared my thoughts based on what I believe these movies are about. Hopefully, my insights will guide you through the endless cinematic options that Hollywood provides as you plan your upcoming fall and winter breaks.
Justice League – November 17
Once again, Marvel surprises no one with the latest film in the hit series, “Hot People Throw Things and Play with CGI Effects.”
Coco – November 22
Pixar kills it once again in this sassy, skeletal adventure, choosing once more to give yet another inanimate object feelings.
Wonder Wheel – December 1
This new Woody Allen film builds its plot around a 1950s oversaturated Coney Island aesthetic.
Ferdinand – December 15
This animated film takes a wonderful children’s book and regrettably gives the lead role of a shy and gentle bull to WWE wrestler John Cena. Not even SNL’s Kate Mckinnon can save this disgusting movie. Did they even read the book?
The Greatest Showman – December 20
Fox TV’s “Glee” returns as a 20th century circus, celebrating individuality through catchy bops and dance numbers.
Pitch Perfect 3 – December 22
“Glee” returns, part two.
Father Figures – December 22
In this “bro show” (instead of chick flick, get it?), grown men with daddy issues go on a road trip.
Molly’s Game – December 25
More or less the “Wolf of Wall Street” with a powerful woman at the helm.
Phantom Thread – December 25
Spend the entirety of this artsy movie guessing what kind of accent the female love interest is supposed to have.