In discussing "Ant-Man and the Wasp," I've gone to great lengths to avoid spoilers; however, there may be spoilers for "Avengers: Infinity War." Additionally, this piece is written with the assumption that most readers will have an understanding of the overall Marvel Cinematic Universe storyline. And yes, I know I keep writing about bugs. It's a summertime thing. -- Whit In 2015 the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) introduced audiences to the superhero Ant-Man (Paul Rudd) in a film by the same name, and in doing so finally laid to rest any argument (or hope) that size doesn’t matter. It … [Read more...]
Movies, Bowling Keep You, Kids Cool; Saves Money this Summer
Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained without breaking the bank or a sweat this summer? Movies for a buck and free bowling, my fellow dads and moms. Regal Cinema’s Summer Movie Express Sure, you can plop the kids in front of an iPad or laptop and let them watch Netflix and YouTube but don't they already do enough of that? Nothing beats the experience of actually going out to see a film on a big screen with others and Regal Cinemas’ Summer Movie Express makes it easy on moms and dads. As they've done for the past several summers, this movie theater chain hosts matinée screenings … [Read more...]
Directed by My Daughter: Film, Gender and Creepy Props
“You’re taking my arms?” This question confronted me at a recent yard sale as I walked toward the puzzled seller holding his creepy mannequin arms in my normal human ones. My answer raised his eyebrows further. “Yes," I said, "they’re for my daughter.” Then I explained that my 14-year-old daughter, Lindsay, is a filmmaker who specializes in short horror films with a touch of humor. She loves creating these films, and I’ve learned that I love to find scary props to support her vision. Filmmaking has become an unlikely source of father-daughter bonding for us. As the stay-at-home dad … [Read more...]
‘Gifted’ Actors Discuss Roles, Movie About Raising a Genius
I had the pleasure of recently attending the press junket for the movie Gifted about young man unexpectedly into the role of protector and father figure for his math-genius niece. The talent of the film's actors -- Chris Evans, McKenna Grace, Octavia Spencer and Jenny Slate -- is a testament to director Marc Webb's vision and all those that were part of this magical production. Gifted is a heartwarming and heart-wrenching story about Frank (Evans), an uncle raising his 7-year-old niece, Mary (Grace). Frank vows to give her a normal life even though Mary shows extraordinary mathematical … [Read more...]
‘Gifted’ Director Marc Webb on Being a Father Figure
How does a man handle being thrust unexpectedly into the role of protector and father figure? That is one of the issues addressed in the movie Gifted, opening in select theaters April 7 and nationwide April 21. Frank Adler (Captain America actor Chris Evans) is a single man, whose attempting to give a "normal" life to his 7-year-old, math-prodigy niece (Mckenna Grace) who he is raising. His plans are threatened by his mother Evelyn (Lindsay Duncan) who wants to separate them and put the girl's skills to work. City Dads Group members sat down with Gifted producer and director Marc … [Read more...]
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