Saturday, August 10, 2019

The Roundup with Jeff Stockton (Season 12 Round 9)

Things got a little rocky this round as the season hits the home stretch. Here's The Roundup....
3. Eric Bana
Bana is a terrifically talented actor who does not get enough major roles these days. While Hunter was an okay film, Bana elevated the lead role with his skill.

2. How to Survive in Hell

I'll be honest, it is a messy film that doesn't always work, but it was never boring. It's a very watchable film despite its flaws.

1. Brendan Gleeson
Like Bana, Gleeson is an actor who doesn't get enough lead roles to sink his teeth into. Gleeson shines in the lead role in Our Father, finding a role that utilizes his dramatic abilities.
3. Maisie Williams
She felt like one of the weakest links of the cast of How to Survive in Hell. I think Williams is fine in small doses, but feel she gets undeserved praise due to her role in a popular TV show.
2. Shane Black
I'm not sure he was the right choice to direct How to Survive in Hell. As his directorial filmography continues to expand, it has become more and more apparent that he only succeeds in the "buddy-cop" genre (Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, The Nice Guys).
 
1. Box Office
Despite the strong performance of How to Survive in Hell, this was a rough round at the box office with the other films losing enough money to put the round in the red.

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