Anna Bowman is a senior English and telecommunications major and writes 'Film Annalysis' for the Daily News. Her views do not necessarily agree with those of the newspaper. Write to Anna at aabowman@bsu.edu.
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For those of you with no plans for Fall Break or maybe just a strong desire to eat massive amounts of popcorn and candy, here are three promising movies coming out this weekend:
"Pan"
Rating: PG
Runtime: 111 min.
Not just a kids’ movie, this film tells the origin story of one of the most beloved heroes from our childhoods. Directed by Joe Wright, the same man responsible for "Pride and Prejudice," "Anna Karenina" and "Atonement," "Pan" is sure to make the prequel to "Peter Pan" a visual masterpiece. Wright is known for choreographing scenes in his films, which would be interesting to see continue in such a physically active story. At the very least, this film promises to be rich in aesthetic and cinematography with Seamus McGarvey as the director of photography. McGarvey has worked with Wright on previous films, stamping his trademark eye for angles on each one. In addition to a stellar crew, the cast isn’t bad either. Playing the part of a mermaid is Cara Delevingne, who has flawlessly worked her way up the ranks in Hollywood recently and is a sure fit for this mystical character. Hugh Jackman is barely recognizable in his role as Blackbeard, the villain in this version of "Peter Pan." Alongside these stars is Rooney Mara, who shows her whimsical side as the younger (and whiter) version of Tiger Lily. Although targeted for a younger crowd, "Pan" has all the ingredients for a film to remember.
"Steve Jobs"
Rating: R
Runtime: 122 min.
You’re probably thinking, “Another Steve Jobs movie? Didn’t we just see this?” and I don’t blame you, the timing could have been better. However, you shouldn’t look at this as a newer version of the same thing – "Steve Jobs" is an adaptation of the best-selling biography by Walter Isaacson, which automatically gives it more credibility than the Ashton Kutcher flop from 2013. Plus, who could play the part of Jobs better than Michael Fassbender, who, let’s face it, has never done a bad movie (am I right, ladies?). Other cast members of note include Kate Winslet, who plays one of the original members of the Macintosh development team, Jeff Daniels, Katherine Waterston and even Seth Rogen. If that doesn’t convince you, the screenplay was written by Aaron Sorkin, whose résumé also includes "A Few Good Men," "Moneyball" and "The Social Network." If you’re looking for a movie that gives a sneak peak into the development of the world’s largest tech company, this movie might be right for you.
"Big Stone Gap"
Rating: PG-13
Runtime: 103 min.
Haven’t heard of this one? Well, that’s probably because it’s a small, independent movie. Don’t let that dissuade you, though; this film is worth a watch, if only for the impressive female ensemble. Starring Ashley Judd, Jenna Elfman, Jane Krakowski and the always-sassy Whoopi Goldberg, if "Big Stone Gap" flops, it won’t be because of the acting. In addition to these showstoppers, the plot is sure to intrigue with its focus on a family secret that forever changes the life of Ave Maria Mulligan (Judd), the self-proclaimed town spinster. Plus, unlike a lot of films which are shot on a big studio lot in Los Angeles, "Big Stone Gap" was filmed in the real town of Big Stone Gap, Va. Because of this, the film is sure to immerse you the world of 1970s Appalachia, which is a step in a new direction, considering most movies are filmed in space these days.
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