A Grande “O” Time

“Good Luck to You, Leo Grande” was set to premiere at this year’s Sundance Film Festival. As one of the … More

Multiverse of Fun

Film fans who complain about the proliferation of sequels and Superhero films…rejoice! There are some unique movies playing in our … More

Family Streaming

Do families watch programs together anymore? Is there such a thing as family movie night? I know 3-year-olds with tablets, … More

Short Films, Long

How long can a Short be? The Oscar rules are quite specific about short films:  A short film is defined … More

Discovering Who You Are and You’re NOT the Worst Person

When the Academy Awards were pushed back, some of the nominated films have had the time to find their audiences. … More

A class act — how Adam Driver shines in less-than-stellar films

Lady Gaga has done a lot of press for the film “House of Gucci”. There’s been much made of her … More

Who loves Lucy?

zeit·geist/ˈtsītˌɡīst,ˈzītˌɡīst/ noun the defining spirit or mood of a particular period of history as shown by the ideas and beliefs … 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