Trailer Treasure: Trap

J Hartnett is back! And so is M. Night Shyamalan. "Trap" is a psychological thriller set to release August 9th, 2024. Starring M. Night's own daughter Saleka Shyamalan and the king of the early aughts, Josh Hartnett. The movie centers around a pop concert designed as a "trap" to catch the serial killer "The Butcher" (Hartnett), who is bringing his daughter to see singer The Raven (Saleka Shyamalan).

While this trailer gives away one classic Shyamalan twist by letting us know the "trap" is set for Hartnett, I'm certain more surprises are in store, as there often are when M. Night is writing and directing. Excited for this one - hopefully it can bring about the "Joshnaissance" that we all prayed for…no just me? Fine I will be wearing a tee shirt over a long sleeve to the theater as Joshplay

Honestly Man Who Throws a Chair

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (CB) — Morgan Wallen was booked and jailed early Monday morning following an incident at Chief's bar, in which he threw a chair off the newly opened six-story rooftop in Downtown Nashville.

Following the arrest, Morgan has officially crossed over to "Outlaw." While being "Born With a Beer In My Hand" might be considered "Somethin’ Country," the star is lucky no one was hurt or we would have certainly "Blamed It on Him."

The incident occurred after "Happy Hour" and likely some "Whiskey Glasses" since, “ I am throwing this chair off a roof” is a thought that might be caused by the hard stuff and "Beer Don't" usually lead to these incidents.

This is not the first time alcohol has caused problems for the country star, as he was arrested in Nashville in 2020 and also had to cancel a concert due to intoxication. Drinking might be something that Morgan is "Not Good At."

Morgan has been released on bail since he had the "Money on Me," but will have a court date on May 3rd and could serve time upward of "7 Summers." In a statement, Wallen's attorney, Worrick Robinson, confirmed the jailing and shared the star was taking it "One Thing at a Time." We can only "Hope That's True." And we are lucky this incident did not lead to a “Dying Man.”


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Hope There is a Sizzler In Heaven

Rest in Peace to Actor and Writer Joseph Flaherty who passed away April 1st 2024. Born Joesph O’Flaherty in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Flaherty was the eldest of seven children and served in the United States Air Force for four years before moving to Chicago and joining the famed Second City Theater. Flaherty was one of the original writers and performers for SCTV where he spent eight years crafting memorable Characters.

Flaherty is most known to audiences as Harold Weir the protective and loving father on Freaks and Geeks and as the heckler who follows Happy Gilmore after being hired by Shooter McGavin. Flaherty leaves behind a legacy of laughter. You know what he is doing now? He’s Dead.

Enjoy some Harold Weir and Thanks for the laughs Joe. 

Road House Rules

The Road House “remake” was released last week to a mixed reception. If you read the headline of this article, you know where I stand. But, let's talk about the movie objectively before breaking down what is good, what is great, and what maybe people find off-putting.

First, I use the quotes around "remake" because despite being called that in the press, it simply is not. Outside of the name and some loose remnants of the 1989 Swayze classic (guy goes to protect bar from bad guys who have been hired to make sure it shuts down), 2024's Road House does not try and remake a film that many would argue is already perfect. Which is good! (Although I found myself praying for a throat rip and for someone to utter, "I used to fuck guys like you in prison").

What 2024's Road House does do is give you a heavy in Conor McGregor who steals every scene he is in, a brooding Jake Gyllenhaal who is struggling with his UFC past, and some spectacularly shot Doug Liman fight scenes that are reminiscent of his work 22 years ago with the first Bourne film. 

What it does not do is provide you with a protagonist the quality of Swayze's James Dalton, a legendary "Cooler" with a degree in philosophy from NYU and a spectacular head of hair who is sought out for his talents. This differs from Gyllenhaal's Elwood Dalton, a disgraced UFC fighter hired by chance who reluctantly accepts the role only after his failed suicide attempt. Jake's hair is less majestic, although I think he may have invented new abs that do not even exist. He is ripped.

What's Good? The whole look of the movie is excellent. Capturing the sunny Florida Keys and providing great balance with the nightly goings-on at The Road House. Also, that they did not remake a classic. Yes, things are lifted, including a general premise, but had they completely reworked a classic, this movie would have been a tough watch.

What's Great? McGregor's Knox is a scene-stealer. A mad man with exceptional fighting skills is certainly not a stretch for Conor, but every moment he is on screen is a menacing delight. As previously mentioned, the fight scenes are spectacular, with sound design that makes me wish this had not gone direct to streaming.

What's the beef? I like love these kinds of flicks. However, the narrative structure of the film is fragmented at best. There is nothing in the movie that would wow or excite the regular moviegoer, and the resolution feels rushed despite the film running just over two hours.

All in all, I thoroughly enjoyed this movie, and I am relieved that while providing a nod to a classic, it was not closer to a direct remake. I give Road House a 7.2 rating.