Feeling Abused at the Movies: Horror film trailers & three films of Women in Jeopardy

Have you ever found yourself seated in a movie theater, eagerly awaiting your show, only to be bombarded with 20-30 … More

Reflecting on The Show, Telluride Film Fest 2022

There’s a lovely creek that runs along the town of Telluride, the San Miguel River. Let’s say we walk to … More

In Praise of Good Films

Yes, that’s right. This is a celebration of GOOD films. Not those aiming for an Oscar-nomination or art house fare … More

In Praise of Filmmakers

Not every film will be a masterpiece. I’m sure there are plenty of filmmakers who know full well, what they’ve … More

Favorite Film Experiences 2021

As the movies of 2021 now compete with screentime and theater space, here’s my list of films that surprised and … More

Processing Grief: “Drive My Car” and “The Lost Daughter”

The Holiday Season: festive lights, families gathering, and grief. Yes, this is both the merriest time and a time to … More

Black & White and PRESTIGE All Over

Denzel Washington strides down a castle corridor ominously carrying a knife. A boy brandishes a wooden sword in 1960’s Ireland. … More

The Power of the Cumberbatch

When did you first experience Benedict Cumberbatch? Was it in the British television series, “Sherlock” (2010-) when you first beheld … More

How BEST is different this year

What helped you get your through the Pandemic Lockdown? Did you start off watching “Tiger King”; feeling equal parts incredulous … More

Searching for Home –“Nomadland”

One of the first things I do when moving to a new town is to search for an arthouse cinema. … More