Review: ‘Hacksaw Ridge’- How far would you go to stand up for your convictions?

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How far would you go to stand up for your convictions? This is question to ponder as you watch Hacksaw Ridge, a story based around a young man of faith going off to war to do what’s right. Director Mel Gibson returns behind the camera to tell this incredible true story of heroism in the face of adversity and in the process brings us one of the most memorable stories of war ever brought to screen. img09

Desmond Doss (Andrew Garfield) is a young Virginian boy, whose life on the family farm has been plagued by a father distraught with guilt after coming home from WWI and a childhood accident that almost caused the death of his brother Hal. Desmond takes solace in a new belief that no man should take up arms and kill another man and devotes his life to the Lord. A chance meeting with Dorothy (Teresa Palmer), a young hospital nurse, leads the young boy to the conclusion that he is destined to one day marry her. After Hal joins the army to fight against the Japanese in WWII, Desmond begins to think he must also go off to war to protect all that he loves.

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Upon arrival to boot camp, it becomes abundantly clear to Doss that his beliefs will soon be tested. Sergeant Howell (Vincent Vaughn), isn’t amused by the revelation that Doss won’t fire a weapon and aims to make an example of him. Desmond makes every attempt to prove his worth in the company, but still refuses to yield to the pressure. Company Captain Glover (Sam Worthington) recommends that Doss be dishonorably discharged from the army, but Doss ultimately wins the right to fight the war on his terms, as a medical officer. The company ships off to Okinawa, where Doss will find out first hand what his choices have lead him to.

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This powerful film looks at war through the eyes of a young man who chooses to use his faith, not a gun, as a weapon to save lives instead of taking them. Andrew Garfield turns in the performance of a lifetime bringing Desmond Doss to life on the screen. Garfield is compelling and portrays Doss’ emotional journey from star crossed lover to war time hero with perfection. Each step thru the battle of Hacksaw Ridge provides a clear understanding what it means to believe in the power of faith and what it takes to trust that your every action is predetermined by a higher power. Doss left no doubt that he is one of the world’s greatest heroes, Garfield leaves no doubt that he is one of Hollywood’s rising stars.

Overall, Hacksaw Ridge is a marvelous film destined for a strong run into award season.

Stars:

4 out of 5

Trailer:

Advanced Screening of ‘Everest’ *Regal Crown Club*

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Regal Crown Club is sponsoring a bunch of advanced screenings for the upcoming drama Everest! You must be a Regal Crown Club member to go..membership is FREE! Sign up at Regal Crown Club

The following cities will be receiving screenings:

Buford, GA
Regal Mall Of Georgia Stadium

Austin, TX
Regal Gateway Stadium 16 & IMAX

Charlotte, NC
Regal Stonecrest at Piper Glen 22 & IMAX

Chicago, IL
Regal Cinemas City North Stadium 14 IMAX & RPX

Westlake, OH
Regal Crocker Park Stadium 16 & IMAX

Lakewood, CO
UA Colorado Mills Stadium 16 & IMAX

Houston, TX
Edwards Houston Marq’E Stadium 23 & IMAX

Las Vegas, NV
Red Rock Stadium 16 IMAX

Santa Clarita, CA
Edwards Valencia Stadium 12 & IMAX

Miami, FL
Regal Kendall Village Stadium 16 IMAX & RPX

Brooklyn, NY
UA Sheepshead Bay Stadium 14 IMAX & RPX

Irvine, CA
Edwards Irvine Spectrum 21IMAX

Orlando, FL
Regal Pointe Orlando Stadium 20 & IMAX

King of Prussia, PA
UA King of Prussia Stadium 16

Portland, OR
Regal Lloyd Center 10 & IMAX

Cary, NC
Regal Crossroads Stadium 20 & IMAX

San Diego, CA
Edwards Mira Mesa Stadium 18 IMAX & RPX

Dublin, CA
Regal Hacienda Crossing Stadium 20 & IMAX

Issaquah, WA
Regal Issaquah Highlands 12

Silver Spring, MD
Regal Majestic Stadium 20 & IMAX

Wanna go?! Click on the link below and grab a pair while supplies last!

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Liz’s Review: Jennifer Aniston is devastatingly delicious in ‘CAKE’

CakePosterImagine a scenario where you’ve lost everything you hold dear in life: spouse, career,  friends, stability, sense of self and, perhaps, even your soul. How would you live day to day? Now forget “live”, and replace it “survive”. CAKE is a film that tackles a profound sense of loss and the tremendous possibility that this may be impossible. Read More →

New Trailer: Anthony Hopkins in ‘Kidnapping Mr Heineken’ with Sam Worthington, Jim Sturgess & Ryan Kwanten

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Alchemy will release KIDNAPPING MR. HEINEKEN on iTunes/VOD and in theaters March 6, 2015.

In 1983, a group of childhood friends pulled off the crime of the century: kidnapping one of the richest men in the world, the heir of the Heineken beer empire (Anthony Hopkins). The shocking capture–by gunpoint in broad daylight on the streets of Amsterdam–resulted in the largest ransom ever paid for a kidnapped individual. It was truly the perfect crime…until they got away with it. Based on a true story, KIDNAPPING MR. HEINEKEN also stars Anthony Hopkins, Sam Worthington, Jim Sturgess and Ryan Kwanten.  Read More →