There are fewer people going to see movies in theaters. Some of that is due to changing viewing habits. There … More
Category: Film
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
Who Ya Gonna Call? —How about a Film Editor?!
“Don’t Cross the Streams”, a quote from Egon Spengler (Harold Ramis) from the original “Ghostbusters” (1984) film, could apply to … More
Short Films. Big Emotions. Oscar-nominated Shorts Programs
In the last few days, I’ve watched 17 films. Those would be short films, but still…it’s a lot. As a … More
Dancing to the Movie Theater: Concert Films in 2023
This has been a very good year for concert films and for fans of great cinematic experiences; films that were … More
Watching Movies w/Friends…Remotely
As we shelter in place, there are some of us doing so alone. While we’re physically apart, there are still … More
“Downhill” — not a Comedy, not a Ski Film
When comedic actors play dramatic roles, there’s a tendency for audiences to expect a funny film. The trailer for Downhill … More
Getting Animated about the Oscars
This is an unusual year for Animated Feature Film awards. For a category that’s often been awarded to Pixar Animation … More
Oscars So White, So Male
There was some hope that the 92nd Oscar Nominations might reflect more diversity after the Golden Globes awarded Awkwafina for … More
Why “Clemency” is Better Than “Just Mercy”.
There’s a certain gestalt that seems to create similar stories that resonate with people at the same time. When it … More