Summer Blockbusters
The Summer of Action Sequels, Remakes and 3D
Addison Morphy, Staff Reporter
amorphy@csumb.edu
Robin Hood
May 12 - Russel Crowe stars in this classic retelling of the honorable thief, Robin Hood. While most people might predict a Gladiator-esque performance from Crowe, many critics are praising the movie for its more authentic portrayal of Nottingham’s hero.
Shrek Forever After
May 21 -As one of the few timeless classics born in this century, the ever-popular Shrek series releases its fourth installment this summer. This fairy tale parody has a domesticated Shrek longing for the days when he struck fear in the heart of any pitch fork-wielding villager. After making a deal with Rumplestiltskin, he finds himself in an alternate world where his friends… well, better left for the silver screen.
Prince of Persia
May 28- This is a remake of a classic action video game with a humble, and pixilated origin. Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time made its way from almost every generation of video gaming and is now being shown on the big screen. Audiences are wondering though, with Disney backing this action-packed movie, will it go far enough, or will Micky stay true to his prudish ways?
Karate Kid
June 11 - Jackie Chan is back, and he is sharing the stage with Jaden Smith. Together, they are re-telling one of the most recognizable cultural phenomenon’s of the 1980’s. This will be a great flick for the kids as well as just about anyone else.
Toy Story 3
June 18 - Another highly anticipated sequel to the first major motion picture from Pixar Studios, Toy Story 3 aims to draw big crowds, young and old. This time around, Andy is going off to college and we find out what that means for his childhood toys.
Eclipse: Twilight
June 30 - Boyfriends beware: the Twilight series is releasing its final chapter this summer and all the major players will be there.
The Last Airbender
July 2 - This movie re-tells the story of a young boy who shouldered the fate of a world where mankind is divided into different societies who can each control one of the four elements. The boy is referred to as the Avatar because he is the only one who can control all four elements. Children’s network, Nickelodeon, debuted this animated series in 2004 and is now presenting it in live action.
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