This small column is for you to better understand the situation of new Films in North American theaters in a week. From the media evaluation and box office and other aspects of the week to do a little tidying up for the new North American films. Hopefully, I hope to be able to guide you in the future. The synopsis of the new film and the North American short review are still from @constancy good stingy classmates, thank her very much for her hard work.
This week introduces three popular new films, that is, the title of the three.
The Martian (2015)
Director: Ridley Scott
Writers: Drew Gundam / Andy Weir
Starring: Jessica Chastain / Kate Mara / Matt Damon / Kristen Wegg / Sebastian Stan
Genre: Action / Sci-Fi / Adventure
Country of Production: United States
During a Mars landing mission, astronaut Mark Watney was thought to have died in a ferocious storm and was therefore left behind by his teammates. But in fact, Watney survived on this desolate but dangerous planet. The supplies left behind are limited, so he must rely on limited resources to maintain life through his ingenuity, while trying to signal to the earth that he is still alive. NASA and scientists from around the world on the far side of the earth are also working tirelessly to bring the Martian back to Earth as soon as possible.
The film still maintains a freshness rating of 94% on Rotten Tomatoes, with a score of 7.9 and ANDB of 8.4, and has entered the TOP250. It also grossed $55 million in its first weekend, making it the best performance of Ridley Scott's films in all these years. It is said to be a comedic wrapped in hard science fiction. It seems that domestically can also be on.
"I've always been critical and skeptical of commercial blockbusters that hold huge investments and dominate theaters, but I can't say things like , 'I don't like this movie.'" （David Edelstein, New York Magazine/Vulture）
"It's a science fiction film for the general public, and at the same time, the viewing process is extremely satisfying." （James Berardinelli, ReelViews）
"It seems that being stranded on Mars alone is quite an interesting thing." （Adam Graham, Detroit News）
"What makes this film so exciting is that, apart from the antecedent statements, it simply tells us how to be a real 'person.'" （Joe Morgenstern, Wall Street Journal）
"The Martian is intense and exciting, and at the same time unleashes Matt Damon's powerful acting prowess." （Steven Rea, Philadelphia Inquirer）
"Despite adapting the content to the needs of the audience, this is still a 'easy to say I love you' movie. The content is humorous but rich, so well-behaved from start to finish that a few slightly flawed little details are enough to make you fuss. ”（Chris Klimek, NPR）
"Matt Damon was simply amazing. Every breath of the film comes from his excellent acting skills, and this excellent performance runs throughout. ”（Richard Roeper, Chicago Sun-Times）
"Matt Damon was simply amazing. But this film is also not a one-man one-man show. ”（Bill Goodykoontz, Arizona Republic）
"Not only does the film emphasize the importance of physics and mathematics in problem solving, but it also makes a scientific inquiry-style plot exciting and unpredictable, far beyond those that have to punch someone in the face or set everything on fire and explode." （Alonso Duralde, The Wrap）
"It's the best work Mat Damon and director Ridley Scott has done in years." （Alonso Duralde, The Wrap）
The Walk (2015)
Director: Robert Zemeckis
Writers: Robert Zemeckis / Christopher Browne / Philippe Petit
Starring: Joseph Gordon-Levitt / Ben Kingsley / Ben Schwartz / Charlotte Leppon / James Dyer
Genre: Drama / Biography
Synopsis: Walking in the Clouds tells the true story of a young dreamer Philippe Petit and his friends: Philip illegally walks a tightrope across the Twin Towers. In addition to the nervousness and blind enthusiasm, Philip and his companions also overcame physical difficulties, the betrayals of their companions and countless obstacles to achieve their crazy plan.
The Gospel of Fear of Heights, based on true events. The rating is also very good, with a Rotten Tomatoes freshness rating of 86%, 7.2. IMDb also has an 8 rating. It seems that this film can also be released in the mainland.
About thirty minutes were devoted to the tightrope walk itself. Dariusz Wolski's cinematography is beautiful, and Joseph Gordon Levitt is also stepping on the tightrope, and when there is a stillness around him, he dedicates his excellent acting skills, and his face glows with the ability to feel the crazy flame in his heart. ”
"That tightrope walking performance itself is the only core of the film, and arguably the only achievement." （Peter Rainer, Christian Science Monitor）
"Judging from the filming of this film, it is more like a tribute to the Twin Towers and Petit himself." （Adam Graham, Detroit News）
"From some point of view, this film is less like a movie and more like a monument." （David Edelstein, New York Magazine/Vulture）
"After watching this two-hour walk in the clouds, I even wanted to try the tightrope walk myself." （Mick LaSalle, San Francisco Chronicle）
"At least half of the content of Walking in the Clouds is simply brilliant for me, especially the 3D effect is amazing. Still, the most luminous thing is probably the actor himself. ”（Stephanie Zacharek, Village Voice）
"When Philip takes the first step, you simply can't control yourself to hold your breath and cling to the armrest of the seat." （A.O. Scott, New York Times）
Rejected Life Freeheld (2015)
Director: Peter Sulett
Writers: Ron Nessvanier
Starring: Julianne Moore / Alan Page / Steve Carrell / Michael Shannon / Josie Charles
Genre: Drama / Same Sex / Biography
Synopsis: The Rejected Life is a film based on a true story. Car mechanic Stacie Andree (Ellen Peggy) and detective girlfriend Laurel Hester (Julian Moore) have a deep relationship, and after Laurel is diagnosed with cancer, she hopes to leave her hard-earned pension to her beloved partner. And this film is the story of their rights because of their pensions.
In fact, many people had high expectations for this film before, both in terms of the theme and the lineup, but the actual performance seems to be average, Rotten Tomatoes 53% freshness, 6 points. IMDb score of 5.8 is not particularly ideal.
【Negative Comments】
"The scene at the beginning of the film when Stacie and Laurel first meet is very charming, and the actors' acting skills are also very credible. But when a cancer diagnosis came along, all the subsequent episodes were too predictable and too politically correct. ”（Peter Rainer, Christian Science Monitor）
"A TV drama level movie, very boring." （Manohla Dargis, New York Times）
"If you're not even slightly moved by the film, you must be a hard-hearted person." But being able to evoke empathy from moviegoers isn't enough to make it a good movie. ”（Kenneth Turan, Los Angeles Times）
【Positive Comments】
"The true story is touching enough that even heterosexual audiences who have no feeling for gay equality are enough to get emotional resonance from it." （Alonso Duralde, The Wrap）
"A tear gas that makes sense but is also easy to predict the outcome." （Lou Lumenick, New York Post）
"Not a great movie, but a great story that resonates emotionally." （Steve Pond, The Wrap）