My Favorite Films of 2025

This was one of the most difficult blog posts I’ve written. Perhaps it’s because I no longer write regularly. Once … More

What movies are worthy of your time?

There are fewer people going to see movies in theaters. Some of that is due to changing viewing habits. There … More

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

Favorite Films at the 51st Telluride Film Festival

Every person who attends a festival will have their own unique impression of that event. So much of our experiences … 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

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

The Women of “Dune”

Providing moral guidance, love and historical perspective, the female characters are the heart and soul of the “Dune” films. There … More

Woman Take the Lead on the Big Screen

One of the proven benefits of receiving an Oscar nod, nominated films get a boost. Many film fans want to … More

Reframing Racism–Is It Caste?

As a film writer, I believe my job isn’t to tell you what you should watch. I believe my role … More

Do Oscar Nominations Matter?

There’s a reason that studios spend large sums of money to promote their films. You can’t get audiences into the … More