Blockbuster – Brett Garten, Movie Extraordinare

“Project Hail Mary”

By Brett_G on March 26, 2026March 22, 2026

9.1

Bravo!

The best space movie since “Interstellar” and “The Martian.” The best sci-fi blockbuster this side of “Ready Player One.” Above all, a film by lovers of film – it shows in every single frame. This is why we go to the movie theater. Ryan Gosling absolutely ROCKS IT as science teacher Ryland Grace lost in space with his buddy Rocky. I never thought I’d be getting teary eyed over a rock person, but here we are… Not since TARS has a sidekick brought this much hear to the sidecar and stolen so many scenes. The depth of the heart and storytelling and impactful messages about love, friendship, society, and the bravery of scientific exploration were so much more than I expected. On a technical level, the film is also GORGEOUS and incredibly well constructed from the first frame to the last. The music, the scenery, the storytelling – all firing on all cylinders. A movie so good it’s inspired me to read the book!

Blockbuster Documentary

“Elvis Presley In Concert”

By Brett_G on March 9, 2026February 27, 2026

7.5

Exactly what you expect – a heartfelt, carefully crafted homage to the man, the myth, the legend… The behind the scenes scenes were my favorite, seeing the more human side of Elvis. Him goofing around with the band was hilarious. There was a reason he was the king…

Blockbuster Romance

“Wuthering Heights”

By Brett_G on March 7, 2026February 27, 2026

6.4

It was trying to be so many things, and I don’t think it landed any of them. Beyond some impressive cinematography, everything else falls kind of flat. I almost said flaccid there, but that would be too on the nose, no? I’m not really sure what I expected, but it wasn’t this. A hot mess of a movie.

Action Blockbuster

“Superman” (2025)

By Brett_G on February 7, 2026January 16, 2026

9.1

Bright, fun, quirky, HUMAN… did I mention FUN?!? Everything that’s been missing in recent years when it comes to superhero movies. A blast from the past, and a nice glance towards a brighter future, if we dare think we can achieve it. From the soundtrack to the camera moves, this thing is all over the place yet intentional in every quick change and comedic bit. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride! The best superhero movie I’ve seen in AGES!

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“The Fantastic Four: First Steps”

By Brett_G on February 3, 2026January 16, 2026

8.2

This movie made me like Pedro Pascal… That’s all that needs to be said. Haha

A surprisingly light-hearted, fun, colorful, and heartfelt tale of family and wonder. What a superhero movie should be 90% of the time. A super fun flick, and a nice springboard into the next phase of the MCU. Of the two big superhero movies in 2025, this is the one I was nervous for, and pleasantly surprised by!