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Widows movie review: Steve McQueen brings Dark Knight darkness to Oceans-style heist film


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Sinopsis film The Dark Knight menceritakan tentang pahlawan Batman alias milyuner bernama Bruce Wayne.

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Disutradarai oleh Christopher Nolan yang telah sukses dengan berbagai film sebelumnya seperti Memento, Batman Begins, dan The Prestige.

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Gotham has spent more than four years paying tribute to some of the biggest Batman comics from DC's history, with books like Hush, The Killing Joke, and others getting their own moment to shine. During Thursday night's episode, titled "Penguin, Our Hero," Frank Miller's classic Dark Knight Returns was put front and center.

WARNING: Spoilers ahead for the latest episode of Gotham! Continue reading at your own risk...

Much of the episode followed Selina and Bruce on their quest to the Dark Zone to track down Jeremiah Valeska. After taking the seed to fix her back in second episode, Selina was reborn with a new, dangerous attitude, and she was hell-bent on finding the man who shot her.

On the way to take out Jeremiah, Bruce and Selina were stopped by a malicious gang led by a massive man that was never named, but he was very clearly an homage to a character from Dark Knight Returns. Just one look at the guy and anyone who read Miller's iconic title could immediately recognize him as the one and only Mutant Leader.

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Not only does Mutant Leader have his pitch-perfect look from the comics, but he also delivers one of the lines that made people remember his gang. When first confronted by Selina, the Mutant Leader instructs his gang members to "slice & dice." Unfortunately for him, it was Selina who did the slicing and the dicing, as she decided at the beginning of the fight that she was going to take him down. She succeeded rather quickly and managed to put the Mutant Leader on the ground, trying to get Jeremiah's location out of him by clawing his face with her razor gloves. Even when the guy gave up Jeremiah's whereabouts, Selina continued hacking away, and she likely would have killed him had Bruce not intervened.

It would be surprising if Mutant Leader showed up again at some point later in the season, but it was certainly nice to see a tribute to Miller and the work he did with Batman.

New episodes of Gotham air on Thursday nights at 8 pm ET on FOX.


Widows

Director - Steve McQueen

Cast - Viola Davis, Michelle Rodriguez, Elizabeth Debicki, Cynthia Erivo, Colin Farrell, Bryan Tyree Henry, Daniel Kaluuya, Liam Neeson, Jon Bernthal

Rating - 4/5

Oscar-winning British director Steve McQueen continues his streak of exposing American atrocities with his feature films. Widows, his follow-up to his 2013 Best Picture winner, 12 Years a Slave, is a nail-biting thriller whose social commentary is often more engaging than its heists.

Working off a script that he has co-written with Gillian Flynn (Gone Girl, Sharp Objects), McQueen weaves an intricate thriller that feels like it has been made by a first-time director. I say this not as a criticism - Widows is anything but amateurishly made - but more for the passion with which McQueen makes his points. It’s as if he fears losing the opportunity to make another movie, and therefore, is convinced that he must pour everything he has into this one.

Watch the Widows trailer here

Widows begins with an excellent sequence that wordlessly explains everything we need to know about its gritty depiction of Chicago and the socially and racially diverse group of characters that populates it. A crew of robbers, led by Harry Rawlings (Liam Neeson in an extended cameo), is killed after a botched job, leaving his widow (Viola Davis), like so many women before her, forced to clean up her man’s mess.

Up to her neck in debt, Veronica Rawlings assembles a new squad, made up of all the widows of the ill-fated members of Harry’s team, and puts into motion. It’s a silly idea, but McQueen lassoes it with his own unique sensibilities. He doesn’t let the inherent goofiness of the premise take away from the very real issues he wants to tackle with his film, which leans more towards the gritty melodrama of Heat than the vacuous emptiness of Ocean’s 8.

Academy Award winner Viola Davis leads Widows.

The gang violence in Chicago is so notorious that several reports suggest more Americans have been killed there than in wartime Iraq and Afghanistan. This poor reputation has inspired the unfortunate nickname Chiraq, which was made more popular by a Kanye West lyric and a Spike Lee joint.

Acclaimed documentarian Steve James even made a film about this in 2011, called The Interrupters. It was about a group of Chicagoans who - being survivors of gang violence themselves - literally interrupt street warfare, to steer young men and women away from this (self) destructive path.

From police violence and corruption to dynasty politics and modern America’s racial tensions, McQueen finds a way to make it all accessible. Widows is powerfully acted, tightly constructed, and in one scene in particular, frighteningly topical. Viola Davis has a tendency to go overboard with her performances, and there are moments in Widows in which her famous snot makes an appearance, but no one can deny her immense screen presence, especially when she’s working with an ensemble. She exudes Denzel Washington-level charisma in the role.

Widows is a new classic in the Chicago crime subgenre.

Harry had the bright idea of stealing from the mob, one of the many elements that connects Widows to Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight, which, despite being set in the fictional Gotham City, is perhaps one of the best Chicago crime movies ever made. Colin Farrell’s accent here will remind you of Heath Ledger’s from that classic, as will the many filming locations and Sean Bobbitt’s meticulous cinematography.

But perhaps the most prominent connective tissue between both films is Hans Zimmer’s lean, industrial, and (ironically) very masculine score. While his work in The Dark Knight trilogy was lush and expansive - keeping with his general reputation as Hollywood’s go-to composer for epic themes - he has written only about 30 minutes of music for Widows, which is about what McQueen usually uses in his films. For about an hour, the movie plays almost silently, relying on mood and dialogue more than anything else, but as it hurtles towards its propulsive conclusion, it builds into a what can only be described as noisy clanging - metallic, jarring, perfect.

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There is little warmth to this story, but this is true for most of McQueen’s films. They’re about people struggling to escape their environments; they’re about cruelty and betrayal and unfair twists of faith. But they’re also about redemption. Widows may appear to be dressed for a funeral, but peel back the layers and more shall be revealed.

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First Published: Jan 18, 2019 08:49 IST


By Guy Vizard The 10 Most Iconic Movie Cars Many people live vicariously through movies. It always helps when audience members have something to relate to, whether it be a character, situation, or time period. Pretty much anyone can relate to the feeling of being behind the wheel of a car, hearing the engine roar and cruising down a two-lane blacktop. While some folks merely use cars as tools to get around, others consider cars a passion. It’s the same for filmmakers. Many treat the vehicles in their films with the same regard as the actors. In some cases, cars become characters, many of them more well-known than the cast! Buckle up and hang on tight as we take a look at the greatest and most recognizable cars in cinema. (Spoilers may follow!) Back to the Future Trilogy: “The Time Machine”

Many people recognize this sleek vehicle from the adventure/comedy films about time-travel. After many different ideas, director Robert Zemeckis decided on this flashy, spaceship-like car model for the time machine. Five real Delorean DMC-12s were used in the filming of the trilogy, along with a full-sized fiberglass model for “hovering” scenes, and a modified off-road version. There was also a “process” model for easy dismantling for interior shots of the car. Batman Begins/The Dark Knight: “The Batmobile” Many people recognize this sleek vehicle from the adventure/comedy films about time-travel. After many different ideas, director Robert Zemeckis decided on this flashy, spaceship-like car model for the time machine. Five real Delorean DMC-12s were used in the filming of the trilogy, along with a full-sized fiberglass model for “hovering” scenes, and a modified off-road version. There was also a “process” model for easy dismantling for interior shots of the car.

Batman’s awesome tank-like transport has gone through many different versions throughout the years. Starting with the 1943 serial film, the car was a 1939 Cadillac Series 61 convertible. Adam West drove around in a customized 1955 Lincoln Futura. Tim Burton’s Batmobile was built on a Chevy Impala chassis. Then, there’s “The Tumbler,” designed and created from scratch for the Dark Knight series. This Frankenstein-esque throwback to Frank Miller’s art was capable of launching 30 feet through the air thanks to some awesome hydraulic enhancement. The Blues Brothers: “The Bluesmobile” Batman’s awesome tank-like transport has gone through many different versions throughout the years. Starting with the 1943 serial film, the car was a 1939 Cadillac Series 61 convertible. Adam West drove around in a customized 1955 Lincoln Futura. Tim Burton’s Batmobile was built on a Chevy Impala chassis. Then, there’s “The Tumbler,” designed and created from scratch for theseries. This Frankenstein-esque throwback to Frank Miller’s art was capable of launching 30 feet through the air thanks to some awesome hydraulic enhancement.

Described as an old Mount Prospect police car, this 1974 440 Dodge Monaco became the new Bluesmobile after Elwood traded a 1968 Cadillac for a microphone. This car not only runs great, but it’s tough as a tank, can jump, do back-flips, and even fly. The cigarette lighter doesn’t work, though. Speaking of cars, the stunts and crashes in this movie are still some of the biggest and best of all time, with a whopping 103 cars wrecked during the filming. The production hired over 40 stunt drivers, and they kept a 24-hour auto repair shop opened during the filming, for quick fixes. Catch The Blues Brothers for free on Described as an old Mount Prospect police car, this 1974 440 Dodge Monaco became the new Bluesmobile after Elwood traded a 1968 Cadillac for a microphone. This car not only runs great, but it’s tough as a tank, can jump, do back-flips, and even fly. The cigarette lighter doesn’t work, though. Speaking of cars, the stunts and crashes in this movie are still some of the biggest and best of all time, with a whopping 103 cars wrecked during the filming. The production hired over 40 stunt drivers, and they kept a 24-hour auto repair shop opened during the filming, for quick fixes. Catchfor free on Crackle Constant Motion: Top 10 Action Movies Of The Past Decade Bullitt: “The Bullitt”

The notable and memorable car chase in this “tough cop” film utilized two 1968 Mustang G.T. 390s and two Dodge Charger 440 V8s for the bad guys. Steve McQueen did all of the close-up driving himself, and veteran stunt driver Bill Hickman drove the Chargers and also played one of the hit-men in the film. Hickman was also a stunt driver on The French Connection and The Seven-Ups, and also had cameos in both films, and all of these films have influential car chase scenes. The Christine: “Christine” The notable and memorable car chase in this “tough cop” film utilized two 1968 Mustang G.T. 390s and two Dodge Charger 440 V8s for the bad guys. Steve McQueen did all of the close-up driving himself, and veteran stunt driver Bill Hickman drove the Chargers and also played one of the hit-men in the film. Hickman was also a stunt driver onand, and also had cameos in both films, and all of these films have influential car chase scenes. The story surrounding the disappearance and reemergence of the car is one you have to read.

Directed by John Carpenter and based on a novel by Stephen King, this movie’s title character is a sentient and malevolent vintage Plymouth Fury. Two other Plymouth models, the Belvedere and the Savoy, were re-dressed to look like the Fury for many of the scenes which involved damage to the car. Out of 20 cars made for the film, only two remain today in the hands of collectors. Check out Christine on The Evil Dead Trilogy: “The Classic” Directed by John Carpenter and based on a novel by Stephen King, this movie’s title character is a sentient and malevolent vintage Plymouth Fury. Two other Plymouth models, the Belvedere and the Savoy, were re-dressed to look like the Fury for many of the scenes which involved damage to the car. Out of 20 cars made for the film, only two remain today in the hands of collectors. Check outon Amazon

This is the 1973 Delta 88 Oldsmobile driven by Ash in The Evil Dead films, which belonged to writer/director Sam Raimi. It is an essential character in this story and even gets possessed in Ash vs Evil Dead. In fact, this car has appeared in every Evil Dead film, including the remake. Like many of Sam Raimi’s friends and family, this car makes cameos in his other films, like Spiderman, Drag Me to Hell, The Gift, and also cameos in Coen Brothers films like Fargo, The Big Lebowski, and others. Watch The Evil Dead on This is the 1973 Delta 88 Oldsmobile driven by Ash infilms, which belonged to writer/director Sam Raimi. It is an essential character in this story and even gets possessed in. In fact, this car has appeared in everyfilm, including the remake. Like many of Sam Raimi’s friends and family, this car makes cameos in his other films, like, and also cameos in Coen Brothers films like, and others. Watchon Amazon More Iconography: The 9 Most Iconic ’90s Movie Characters Ghostbusters: “The Ecto-1”

This is the flashy vehicle with the distinct siren that carried around the Ghostbusters. This was a 1959 Cadillac Miller-Meteor professional chassis ambulance/hearse combo. Considering how much Ray Stantz pumped into this machine, $4,800 is a steal. The vehicle had enough room for the team and all their equipment, and became an icon for the people of New York. In reality, the car was a one-of-a-kind handmade vehicle that broke down during filming. By Ghostbusters 2, the car was in bad shape. All the stuttering, smoking, and backfiring was all real. Watch Ghostbusters for free on The Mad Max Films: “The Pursuit Special” This is the flashy vehicle with the distinct siren that carried around the. This was a 1959 Cadillac Miller-Meteor professional chassis ambulance/hearse combo. Considering how much Ray Stantz pumped into this machine, $4,800 is a steal. The vehicle had enough room for the team and all their equipment, and became an icon for the people of New York. In reality, the car was a one-of-a-kind handmade vehicle that broke down during filming. By, the car was in bad shape. All the stuttering, smoking, and backfiring was all real. Watchfor free on Crackle

This is the instantly recognizable car driven by Max Rockatansky in the post-apocalyptic world of Mad Max. Also known as the “Last of the V8 Interceptors,” this started out as an Australian-built 1973 Ford Falcon XB GT and became an iconic car after art director Jon Dowding designed the futuristic look. The car is first offered to Max as an incentive early in the film. He initially declines but later uses it to help exact his revenge. The car would go on with Max in The Road Warrior and makes a small appearance in Fury Road. Check out Mad Max for free on Smokey and the Bandit: “The Firebird” This is the instantly recognizable car driven by Max Rockatansky in the post-apocalyptic world of. Also known as the “Last of the V8 Interceptors,” this started out as an Australian-built 1973 Ford Falcon XB GT and became an iconic car after art director Jon Dowding designed the futuristic look. The car is first offered to Max as an incentive early in the film. He initially declines but later uses it to help exact his revenge. The car would go on with Max inand makes a small appearance in. Check outfor free on Crackle

This is a fun “high-speed pursuit” movie with good times from start to finish, with a beautiful car driven by Burt Reynold’s character, Bandit. Director Hal Needham made an agreement with Pontiac for four 1977 Pontiac Trans-Am Firebirds, all of which were badly damaged during the production. By the end of filming, the final car was barely running, and the others had become parts donors to keep it going. They even had to use another car to push it into the scene. The worst damage was wrought during the bridge jump when the director drove it himself! The sales of Trans-Ams almost doubled after the success of this movie. Catch Smokey and the Bandit on Vanishing Point: “The Challenger” This is a fun “high-speed pursuit” movie with good times from start to finish, with a beautiful car driven by Burt Reynold’s character, Bandit. Director Hal Needham made an agreement with Pontiac for four 1977 Pontiac Trans-Am Firebirds, all of which were badly damaged during the production. By the end of filming, the final car was barely running, and the others had become parts donors to keep it going. They even had to use another car to push it into the scene. The worst damage was wrought during the bridge jump when the director drove it himself! The sales of Trans-Ams almost doubled after the success of this movie. Catchon Amazon

This awesome movie about a delivery driver who takes a bet to deliver a car in record time has become a huge cult hit over the years. It was 20th Century Fox studio executive Richard Zanuck who decided to use a 1970 Dodge Challenger in the film, as Chrysler had cut a deal for rentals with the studio. The stunt coordinator loved the car because of its sturdiness and horsepower. Five cars were lent to the production and all five made it through without too much trouble. Few repairs were needed. Max Balchowsky, the person who maintained the cars throughout the production, also handled them on Bullitt. This awesome movie about a delivery driver who takes a bet to deliver a car in record time has become a huge cult hit over the years. It was 20th Century Fox studio executive Richard Zanuck who decided to use a 1970 Dodge Challenger in the film, as Chrysler had cut a deal for rentals with the studio. The stunt coordinator loved the car because of its sturdiness and horsepower. Five cars were lent to the production and all five made it through without too much trouble. Few repairs were needed. Max Balchowsky, the person who maintained the cars throughout the production, also handled them on SHARE TWEET Please enable JavaScript to view the comments powered by Disqus.

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