Nine years ago, there was a charming, animated story of a young girl moving to San Francisco with her parents. … More
Author: Jill
With more than 20 years' experience working (and attending) film festivals, nationally and internationally, I have a great passion for film. I love entertaining and discovering new places to share with others. I love art and theater--and have been known to dance with wild abandon! If the sun is shining; you'll almost always find me in a sunny mood!
Original Content Connects with Audiences; “IF”
A surprising thing is happening. Though “Garfield” is currently number one at the box office, “IF” continues to bring in … More
Why “Hit Man” should be a Hit
Glen Powell is single-handedly trying to bring back screwball comedies. This talented matinee idol whose good looks remind me of … More
Can a Film Change Your Life?
It’s a glorious almost-summer day here in Pennsylvania. As I watch the neighbors load up the kids to head down … More
Remakes for the Win
When’s the last time you watched an adaptation of a novel or childhood favorite television show and thought, wow, this … More
Women Calling the Shots
There are a trio of Hollywood releases that warrant your attention. I reviewed “Challengers” last week and I highly recommend … More
A Grand Slam of a Romance Movie
Early in Luca Guadagnino’s provocative film, “Challengers”, Zendaya’s character tells her young admirers, “Tennis is a relationship.” She tells the … More
Ungentlemanly Behavior–Violence in Our Movies
What level of violence do you find tolerable in the films you choose to watch? MPA (Motion Picture of America) … More
“Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire”
Will a moth save the day? Can a child who communicates via ASL unite warring monsters to stop a new … More
Wicked Funny, “Wicked Little Letters”
Cover your ears…the ribald language is shocking for a film set in 1920’s England. “Wicked Little Letters” is a rollicking … More
Drinks with films 