“Fighting with My Family” Will Make You Stand Up And Cheer
Wrestling is predetermined. Some even call it fake. I myself have used that term, not really thinking. As a kid, I loved it. It lost some of its appeal to…
We Now Know Which Categories Won’t Be Televised During The Oscars
A bad decision gets worse. Yesterday, in an email to the AMPAS membership, Academy President John Bailey revealed which categories are going to given out during the commercial portion of…
“Alita: Battle Angel” Is Visually Splendid But Narratively Inert
Visual spectacle is a wonderful thing. Creating a new world right before our very eyes? At its best, it can literally take you away. When that happens, it’s a transformative…
“Annihilation” – Alex Garland and Natalie Portman: Hollywood Film Tribute
Today we are recognizing Annihilation, as well as writer/director Alex Garland, plus star Natalie Portman. Our Hollywood Film Tributes recognize films and talent for their excellence in the art of…
BAFTA Rewards “The Favourite” And “Roma”
Moments ago, we saw one of the final dominos in the precursor season tumble. Yes, the 72nd British Academy Film Awards were held, with the winners staking their claim to…
Box Office Report for February 8-10
Welcome back to the weekly box office report! Each Sunday, expect a look at what made the most money in theaters, as well as just how all of the new…
Steven Soderbergh Makes “High Flying Bird” Soar
Here’s something rather interesting. It’s stunning that the release of this film isn’t a bigger deal. Steven Soderbergh has made a new movie, written by the co-writer of Moonlight. If…
“Berlin, I Love You” Lacks A Sense Of Place
Perhaps the smallest scale franchise in the business is the “I Love You” anthology of films. Each installment in what’s called the “Cities of Love” franchise looks at romantic stories…
Updated Academy Award Predictions After ACE Eddie, ADG, Annie, and DGA Results
We’re careening towards the Oscars, ladies and gentlemen. A little over two weeks from now, Academy Award winners will be crowned and we’ll be on to next season. Seems crazy,…
“Anywhere With You” Presents An Intimate Slice Of Life
Being young and just starting out can be a rough time. It’s also prime source material for young filmmakers to tell their stories. One film in particular, the just getting…
Sam Elliott Lives Up To His Name In “The Man Who Killed Hitler and then The Bigfoot”
It has never been better to be Sam Elliott than it is now. 2017 brought a wonderful vehicle for the man in The Hero, giving him a lovely showcase. Kudos…
“St. Agatha” Is A Chilling Experience
When a horror film subverts your expectations, that’s almost always a recipe for success. One would be easily forgiven for assuming that St. Agatha would traffic in the same sort…