Wicked Funny, “Wicked Little Letters”

Cover your ears…the ribald language is shocking for a film set in 1920’s England. “Wicked Little Letters” is a rollicking … 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

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

“Fallen Leaves” finds prestige while “The Falling Star” fails to find an audience

I finally managed to see “Fallen Leaves“. It’s a Finish film from acclaimed director Aki Kaurismäki, who’s made 20 films … More

Four Fantastic Films from 2023

In a year that was packed with Big Budget Blockbuster Bombs, there were some powerful films that showcased stunning performances … 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

Music-a medium that connects us all, “Flora and Son” and “Stop Making Sense”

40 years ago, one of the best concert films ever made was released. “Stop Making Sense”, shot over four nights … More

Ending the Summer with a Raunchy Comedy–“Bottoms”

Raunchy comedies have had a difficult time at the box office this year. The Jennifer Lawrence comedy, “No Hard Feelings” … More