“Insert comment about how fast time goes by / how busy I am.” Yep, it’s already August meaning we are well into the later part of the year and I am as always, shocked to see summer slipping by. I can’t say it’s all bad though because this fall has a lot of promising movies set to release. Before I get into all that though, I put together some of last month’s highlights including box office stats, my favorite posts and new blogs I’m into.
STATS:
- In the “Batman Box Office Battle” the numbers are staggering for the Nolan films.
- The Amazing Spider-man set a record for Tuesday box office numbers.
- Marvel announces and shows off the Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase One Blu-Ray Collection set to hit stores September 25th.
- Annnnnnd, it’s official: The Hobbit will be a trilogy.
WHAT TO READ:
- The Movie Waffler has an awesome piece titled “Don’t Drink The Koolaid: How Anticipation Has Murdered Reflection” that offers an in depth look at how the movie going experience is breaking down.
- The Vern’s Videovangaurd has a really cool post about the ConVergence 2012 convention. Tons of fun photos and cosplay.
- The Droid You’re Looking For has another sweet little chart, this one mapping how the outside temperature affects his theater habits.
- And Seen has another funny video review, this time the ladies review Magic Mike…in the nude?!
NEW SITES TO CHECK OUT:
- Lights Camera Reaction - This new LAMB is stunning. The site operates to deliver new release reviews as well as interesting features and news. Do yourself a favor and stop by the site today.
- Film Scope – Another recent addition to LAMB, this site is consistently updated with the latest foreign and indie reviews. Be sure to take a look.
- Silver Scene – This beautifully simple site contains a treasure trove of reviews. Films reviewed range anywhere from new releases to foreign indies which amounts to a refreshing surprise every time the site updates.
- Two Tickets For… – This movie review blog is run by a married duo that offer joint opinions and thoughts on various films. They have a great back and forth between each other and also share good taste in flicks!
- To The Escape Hatch! – This blog isn’t new but I have only recently discovered it. The good thing about that is that there is a lot of content for me to sift through. The multi-contributor blog focuses on music and film and offers up a whole lot of fun features.
FTS STUFF:
- Best Reviewed Movie: The Dark Knight Rises 90%
- Worst Reviewed Movie: The Watch 55%
- Featured: Scav Hunt 2012 Player’s Footage
- Podcasts: Surprise Trivia Contest, Dramatic Performances From Comedic Actors, & The Dark Knight Rises
Cheers for the mention!
Np, it was a great write-up!
Btw, we need to find some sort of pancake related film blog so the three of us can get together and create some sort of breakfast trilogy of awesomeness. We wouldn’t do anything except acknowledge each other’s greatness.
Thanks for the link, Lindsay!
The Watch looks like what Joe Cornish would have come up with for Attack the Block if he’d written it with a head wound.
Of course, TDYLF is fantastic, I love it!
I haven’t seen The Watch yet but that description seems accurate hahah. Marc’s review curbed any desire I had to give it a chance.
Thank you so much for the mention. Wow unexpected but so very sweet to do so.
No problem Vern! I loved the post. I always like seeing what’s going on at conventions. I love seeing how involved people are with cosplay.
Fantastic post as usual, Linds. Checking FrenchToastSunday is a part of my daily Internet diet
I nominated you for a Liebster Blog Award; you can check it out here: http://randomfilmbuff.com/2012/08/02/d-7/
Thanks, I answered your questions in my latest post!
Thank you so much for the mention! That was completely unexpected and GREATLY appreciated!!
No problem! I really like your blog!
Thanks a ton for the mention! You are awesome for thinking of us!
Sure! I can’t wait to read more of your site