'Avengers,' 'Marigold' Are Great Movies: Bill Zwecker
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By Bill Zwecker, FOX 32 News Entertainment Reporter - bio | email
I'm happy to report that two of the big movies opening this weekend are not only well worth the price of admission, they really are terrific.
Beginning with the much-anticipated "The Avengers" the live-action Marvel Comics super-adventure, with those iconic super-heroes -- Iron Man, the Incredible Hulk, Thor, Captain America, Hawkeye and Black Widow -- all teaming up to save the world from an alien force intent on world destruction.
This is everything a big, popcorn super-hero adventure film should be. There's non-stop action, great special effects, plus a wonderful script. Robert Downey, Jr. again is spot-on as Iron Man, delivering great zingers that give "The Avengers" some truly hilarious moments. The whole cast is great, but I especially loved how Mark Ruffalo gives us the best-ever Bruce Banner/Hulk we've ever seen.
Also excellent but completely different is "The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel," a charming and intelligent film about a group of elderly folks from Britain, all facing financial challenges for a variety of reasons. Independently, they learn about the Marigold Hotel in Jaipur, India, and think they will find an elegant, but reasonably-priced retirement hotel where they'll spend their final years. Of course, what they discover upon arrival is something far different, and the story takes off from there with many surprising twists and turns.
Led by an all-star cast -- including Judi Dench, Maggie Smith, Tom Wilkinson, Bill Nighy and Dev Patel -- this is an Oscar-quality must see. Though clearly aimed at an older audience, I hope people of all ages see it, as it's really outstanding entertainment, but with a good message.
Four-time Emmy winner and star of Northlight Theatre's "Stella and Lou" Rhea Perlman joined Bill Zwecker to speak on the world premiere and teaming up with fellow "Cheers" alum Kirstie Alley again very soon!
Four-time Emmy winner and star of Northlight Theatre's "Stella and Lou" Rhea Perlman joined Bill Zwecker to speak on the world premiere and teaming up with fellow "Cheers" alum Kirstie Alley again very soon!
Leslie Zemeckis, wife of Oscar winning director Robert Zemeckis, has released her new book, "Behind the Burly Q: The History of American Burlesque." She explains where it all started - with a documentary.
Leslie Zemeckis, wife of Oscar winning director Robert Zemeckis, has released her new book, "Behind the Burly Q: The History of American Burlesque." She explains where it all started - with a documentary.
FOX's Bill Zwecker shares photos from "The Hangover Part III" premiere after party in Las Vegas, and sat down with stars Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis and Ed Helms to get their take on the film.
FOX's Bill Zwecker shares photos from "The Hangover Part III" premiere after party in Las Vegas, and sat down with stars Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis and Ed Helms to get their take on the film.
FOX entertainment guru Bill Zwecker reviewed "Star Trek: Into Darkness" and "The Ice Man" starring Michael Shannon in the Screening Room Friday. Both are must-see movies, and they open this weekend! Don't miss out!
FOX entertainment guru Bill Zwecker reviewed "Star Trek: Into Darkness" and "The Ice Man" starring Michael Shannon in the Screening Room Friday. Both are must-see movies, and they open this weekend! Don't miss out!
Candice Glover was named the nation's favorite singer on "American Idol" Thursday night, after singing with Aretha Franklin and Chicago native and "Idol" alum Jennifer Hudson. She never, ever gave up on her dream.
Candice Glover was named the nation's favorite singer on "American Idol" Thursday night, after singing with Aretha Franklin and Chicago native and "Idol" alum Jennifer Hudson. She never, ever gave up on her dream.
American Idol will soon name the nation's newest, favorite singer. The last two hopefuls gave their finale performances Wednesday night, and their fate depends on the vote. Bill Zwecker reports.
American Idol will soon name the nation's newest, favorite singer. The last two hopefuls gave their finale performances Wednesday night, and their fate depends on the vote. Bill Zwecker reports.
Golden Globe and Oscar nominee, musician and original Major Margaret "Hot Lips" Houlihan from "MASH," Sally Kellerman introduced her revealing tell-all autobiography "Read My Lips."
Golden Globe and Oscar nominee, musician and original Major Margaret "Hot Lips" Houlihan from "MASH," Sally Kellerman introduced her revealing tell-all autobiography "Read My Lips."
Bill Zwecker has the scoop on Miley Cyrus receiving nasty comments from fans of Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift, Barbara Walters' retirement, Beyonce baby rumors and new judges on"The X-Factor."
Bill Zwecker has the scoop on Miley Cyrus receiving nasty comments from fans of Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift, Barbara Walters' retirement, Beyonce baby rumors and new judges on"The X-Factor."
