Movie reviews of Alex Brannan

The flashy direction and snappy editing does not make up for the lack of engrossing action in the long-term. Review

This ambition is wasted on a final product that doesn’t allow its thought-provoking questions to spell out a similarly fascinating story. Review

Loud noises and people in cars doing things that would get normal people killed. Review

A mindless action romp that has both a competent director and enough money behind it to make this action genuinely entertaining... Review

The flashy style of rapidly edited heist sequences and meandering split screens doesn’t add much beyond flair. Review

It is intriguing and written with energy, but it leads the audience in a linear path to a meaning that would otherwise have a satisfying amount of ambiguity. Review

It transcends rational thinking. It is enjoyable for its blatant, inherent flaws. It’s just damn good. Review

Has a lot to offer in its short runtime in the way of cinematic energy and narrative depth. And it’s also just funny. Review

Utilizes strong visual effects technology to justify its live action redux. Review

The film isn’t perfect, and adding up the minor issues may create a long list, but the film as a whole is a worthwhile addition to the genre. Review

It is not quite the next big cult horror phenomenon, but it delivers enough style to make it worth seeking out. Review

A childish attempt at 21 Jump Street success. Review

An intelligently-penned film that combines Gravity and Alien. While not wholly original as a result, it sure still feels fresh. Review

Aside from issues of style and storytelling, Power Rangers is still an entertaining experience. Review

Instead of being bigger and better it is tired and slowed down by its unsatisfying moving parts. Review

The plot means just little enough and is just outlandish enough to become an unintentional guilty pleasure narrative. Review

Has some effectively tense set pieces. But the middle drags with stagnant scenes and burdening backstory. Review

A perfectly acceptable remake. Review

A strong premise—tired to those who know it—that is handled sloppily. Review

A step up on its predecessor when it comes to pacing and set piece excitement. But it also falls into the same pitfalls... Review

James Cameron uses the Alien franchise platform to craft an exquisite action picture. Review

A heavily flawed film with plenty of flair to hide its blemishes. Review

Not nearly as compelling as the franchise strives to be in later years. Review

The simple use of concealment and shadows create a film dripping at every turn with suspense and dread. Review