Eastwood's frank remarks about the state of modern cinema, criticizing younger directors and calling for renewed creativity, resonate strongly, particularly in a quiet season for movie releases.
The cinema industry has faced near insurmountable odds since the onset of Covid, compounded by the Hollywood writers' strikes, lack of successful film releases, the energy crisis, inflation and widespread economic uncertainty.
Much of the conversation around the unique Robbie Williams biopic in which a CGI monkey takes the place of the Take That singer was about the box office disappointment of the film.
"In the sense that I think you mean it, the best sound and picture is at the private Dolby Theatre on Market Street. As for what's available to the public, I have no love for the Metreon, but its IMAX theater is very good."
In 'Fight or Flight', Josh Hartnett steps into the shoes of a former Secret Service agent tasked with preventing a slew of assassins from taking out a hidden criminal on a plane, showcasing intense action and dramatic stakes.