There are fewer people going to see movies in theaters. Some of that is due to changing viewing habits. There … More
Category: Big Budget Action Movies
Let’s Champion Independent Cinema!
I’ve been hearing movie fans complain that “there’s nothing to see” at the movie theaters. Of course, what they might … More
2024: The Year of Fierce Female Performances
There were some BIG disappointments in 2024. Films with major directors or all-star casts or both, that were highly anticipated … More
“Twisters” — Summer Blockbuster with a swirl of emotions and a side of realism
Summer 2024 has seen a series of big-budget blockbusters hyped for months and then opening to disappointing reviews and lackluster … More
Gru and Crew are back, “Despicable Me 4”
It’s difficult to parse what’s so appealing about a group of yellow Tic-Tac shaped objects that speak in gibberish. The … More
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
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