February 25, 2014: March movie releases to look forward to! Or not!

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A few of the upcoming releases that caught my eye…

 

300: Rise of an Empire

Release Date: February 7, 2014

What it’s about: The sequel to 300 pits Greek General Themistokles against an invading Persian army.

What it’s got working for it: The original 300 was an entertaining visual treat.

What’s it’s got going against it: Eight years later and audiences will be expecting more than a visual and narrative retread.

Mr. Peabody & Sherman

Release Date: February 7, 2014

What it’s about: The time-traveling adventures of a brilliant talking dog and his equally brilliant young owns.

What it’s got working for it: If it’s as clever as the original cartoon, viewers of all ages are in for a treat.

What’s it’s got going against it: The fact that no attempt was mad to recapture the spirit of the original voices bodes ill for this reboot.

The Art of the Steal

Release Date: February 14, 2014

What it’s about: A former art thief must get his old gang back together for one last heist.

What it’s got working for it: Who doesn’t like a good heist movie?

What’s it’s got going against it: Covers some well worn – one might even say cliched – territory.

Bad Words

Release Date: February 14, 2014

What it’s about: A 40 year old man exploits a loophole in the rules and takes a run at the hitherto “children only” Golden Quill national spelling bee.

What it’s got working for it: A pretty funny premise.

What’s it’s got going against it: At some point its sure to take that heartwarming, redemptive turn.  And, when it inevitably does, it will hopefully be more cutting than cloying.

MUPPETS MOST WANTED

Release Date: February 21, 2014

What it’s about: The Muppets become embroiled in an international caper.

What it’s got working for it: Come on!  It’s the Muppets!

What’s it’s got going against it: That shot of Kermit doing the Dr. Evil impression feels dangerously dated.

 

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