Cast: Ryan Reynolds, T.J. Miller, Morena Baccarin, Ed Skrein
In 250 Characters or less:
Wade Wilson is a smart-ass mercenary who decides to undergo experimental treatment after he’s diagnosed with cancer. Disfigured and turned into a mutant, Wilson, now Deadpool, seeks revenge against the man who ruined his life.
What Works:
It’s pretty safe to say that Deadpool has one of the most successful and clever marketing campaigns we’ve seen in years - ranging from unveiling funny videos, to getting Betty White to review the film, to using emojis to spell out the name. The advertising, in a nutshell, was a good representative of the tone of the film. Reynolds is perfectly cast as the fast-talking hero and brings light to the character’s otherwise dark and twisted humor. Everyone from his blind roommate, to his tell-it-how-it-is best friend, to the random X-Men characters he has at his side helps round out the film nicely. It has all the makings for a highly entertaining movie experience:
Action ✓ Humor ✓ Hot Leading Man ✓ Touching Origin Story ✓ Great Cast ✓
Be Aware:
A rarity in the Marvel universe, Deadpool is R rated for its raunchy humor, language, nudity and graphic content. It’s certainly not for the easily offended but a great escape for those who love the action of superhero films, yet are tired of the typical “do-gooder” attitude.
On a scale of “spend the money to watch this in IMAX 3-D” to “wouldn’t even watch it for free on TV,” Deadpool is well worth a regular price of admission.
Overall Grade: A
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Take a Break from Crime Fighting and Grab a Beer at Yonkers Brewery Co.
Watching Ryan Reynolds kick ass in Deadpool will make you want to unwind afterwards with a nice cold beer. Why not check that out and so much more at Yonkers’ largest brewery?
Opened in 2015, Yonkers Brewery Co. has already made a name for itself as a go-to staple in the city’s waterfront. Yes, it has beer - with many options to choose from - but it also has food, tours, and family-friendly events.
Here are a few highlights...
- Atmosphere: Yes, you feel like you are in a brewery which in and of itself makes for a fun and unique environment. What stands out though is that, while drunk frat boys can be found at any brewery, this one really is more family-friendly with patrons of all ages - even adorable infants can be spotted by the picnic table dining seating. Top that off with 20 foot ceilings and exposed brick galore.
- Apps: This brewery offers real hearty food - so much more than the standard chips and dip. It has the typical pub grub with a twist - from prosciutto and blue cheese flatbreads, to patatas bravas, to maple lime wings, to crunchy country chicken coated in a corn flake crust!
- Brunch: Not only does it offer real food, but it also serves a brunch menu that even the biggest breakfast joints would envy. Brunch is served on both Saturdays and Sundays between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. and has everything from Chilequiles (fresh tortilla chips topped with two fried eggs, house made green salsa and sour cream), to State Bird (crispy battered wings served over a crisp waffle with a side of our Yonkers Stout salted caramel drizzle), to our favorite - the Supercrema French Toast stuffed with Nutella. Top that off with a Cold Brew - stout with two scoops of gelato.
- Guided Tours: These are free to the public and available on both Saturdays and Sundays. Also check out the brewery’s fun facts about our hometown of Yonkers.
- Events: There is a little bit of everything here for everyone. Check out the brewery’s Paint a Growler, Live Music Thursday and Detox & Retox Yoga Sunday. This is in addition to tentpole events like its upcoming St. Patrick’s Day party. And maybe Deadpool will win at Yonkers Brewery’s Halloween costume contest this fall?!?
92 Main Street in Yonkers
(914) 226-8327
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