Lady Gaga has done a lot of press for the film “House of Gucci”. There’s been much made of her…
“Immigration Animated” — Oscar Nominations of 2022 are more Inclusive
This year’s Oscar nominations showcase a diverse and international slate of films and filmmakers. It was only 2019 when the…
Who loves Lucy?
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Mothers at the Movies
Let’s talk about Mothers. They’re featured in a lot of films made last year. The timing makes sense as we’ve…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
“Julia”–Sharing Julia Child’s Passion
I’m so thrilled that one of my favorite documentaries is being released in the weeks before Thanksgiving. Not as you…
An Invitation to Other Worlds
As the highly anticipated Oscar-caliber films begin to appear in the movie theaters, we’ve been treated to a few big-budget…
Drinks with films 