There is a certain expectation going into Magic Mike, and that expectation is a lot of sexy men with chiseled abs. And those who saw the red-band trailer can expect plenty more. But for those only expecting that may be in for a surprise. As with any stripper movie eventually the plot turns from fun and campy dancing to a look into the fast life of the exotic dancer. That doesn't take anything away from the movie; it just becomes something … more
Star Rating: It’s now fairly well known that, back when he was a broke nineteen-year-old just getting his start in showbiz, Channing Tatum worked as a male stripper at a Tampa, Florida nightclub. Rather than be ashamed of his past, he has channeled it into the production of Magic Mike, which is not a straight biopic so much as a fictional comedy/drama that uses Tatum’s experiences as a springboard. He had wanted to make this film for several years, … more
MAGIC MIKE Written by Reid Carolin Directed by Steven Soderbergh Starring Channing Tatum, Alex Pettyfer and Matthew McConnaughey Brooke: Entrepreneur/Stripper or stripper/entrepreneur? Mike: Either one. Brooke: I was hoping this was all a joke. Mike: It is pretty funny. Wow. MAGIC MIKE is one heck of a surprisingly great time! Perhaps I’m still in my post Channing Tatum shaking his incredibly hot stuff all over the place haze but still, who knew you could take a movie … more