Before
the rush of summer blockbusters and super hero movies galore, check out some of
Spring’s most anticipated releases.
1. Evil Dead
Sam
Raimi’s long anticipated return to the silver screen after the highly
successful franchise movie series from the 1980s. Plans for this remake have
been stop-and-go since 2007. Flash forward five years to Austin where SXSW
attendees were able to catch a glimpse at The
Evil Dead premier last month. Fede Alverez is at the helm of this 2013
remake, serving as director alongside a trio of producers from the original
franchise. Raimi, Bruce Campbell, and Robert Tapert stay authentic to the vibe
of the original film while simultaneously weaving in modern elements. The movie
follows the narrative of Mia as she and four friends are haunted by an ancient
abomination in a cabin in Tennessee. If you’re a fan of the original cult
horror series or are in the mood for a good scare, head down to your nearest
movie theatre to see Evil Dead.
2. The Big Wedding
Loads
of blood and gore galore not your style? Skip the horror redux and see a
foreign-film remake instead. April is the month of showers and sweet RomComs to
touch the hearts of all movie goers. The
Big Wedding is an American remake of the French hit Mon frère se marie. The movie has an amazing cast boasting the
likes of Robert De Niro, Katherine Heigl, Diane Keaton, Amanda Seyfried, and
Robin Williams. Set to premier in theatres on April 26th, The Big Wedding follows the story of Don
and Ellie Griffin (De Niro and Keaton) as they come together in a for their son
Alejandro’s wedding and the hilarity that ensues as the “couple” continues to
deny their divorced status to their closest family members.
3.
Pain & Gain
If
you’re feeling a little bit more Com and a lot less Rom, check out Mark
Whalberg’s long anticipated film Pain
& Gain. You may have heard of this film if you’ve been browsing the
aisles of GNC, where Whalberg has been selling his line of nutrition supplements,
aptly named Marked. Simply purchase $39.99 in “Marked” merchandise and earn
yourself the potential for some Whalberg-esque muscles and a free ticked to Pain & Gain. Pain & Gain has received terrific feedback from critics. The
movie details the sensational Miami tale of real life bodybuilder gangsters a
part of the Sun Gym Gang on a kidnapping, extortion, and eventual murder spree.
Leave your supplements at home and check out the trailer for Pain & Gain.
4.
Oblivion
In
anticipation of the stream of blockbuster budget movies in the summer, Oblivion offers some solace to those who
don’t think they can make it till June. Starring Tom Cruise and Morgan Freeman,
Oblivion is a sci-fi genre film based
on the unpublished graphic novel by Joseph Kosinski who writes, directs, and
produces this film adaptation. Kosinski,
of Tron fame, does a fantastic job in
this homage to 1970s sci-fi flicks.
5.
Jurassic Park 3D
It’s
officially been 20 years
since Jurassic Park has been instilling
fear of outdoor bathroom roofs. Commemorate this momentous occasion by watching
the 3D re-release aptly named Jurassic
Park: 3D. Don’t be quick to dismiss this re-release as just a cheap-shot
attempt at milking money out of a bona fide classic, the 3D version is
thoughtfully crafted and really delivers an extra punch. Share some of your
childhood memories and check out Jurassic
Park: 3D in theatres now.
Angie
Picardo is a writer for NerdWallet.com, where you can find advice on topics
ranging from seasonal movie offerings, personal finance, to how to select LAX
parking.
