As a film writer, I believe my job isn’t to tell you what you should watch. I believe my role…
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…
You Still Can’t Sit with Us, Loser–“Mean Girls”, the 2024 Musical Version.
Hollywood continues to churn out sequels and remakes. It used to be comic book films, but maybe they’ve decided musicals…
2023–the Year of the Concert Film
I’ve written a few times this year about the abundance of concert films in 2023. There was the re-release of…
“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…
The Amazing Journey of The Color Purple
” The Color Purple” has had quite the journey. From a book, that was adapted into a film, to a…
In Praise of Family Films: “Wonka”, “Wish” and Wonderful Theatrical Re-Releases from Pixar
This Holiday Season, there’s much to be thankful for as friends and family gather to spend time together. I’m always…
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…
Holiday Films Watched During the Holidays–“The Holdovers”
Watching a film set during the holiday season whilst enjoying that same season creates a lovely frisson; a feeling of…
Prestige Films 2023–Some Less Than Stellar Films and Some Extraordinary New Releases
This is a magical time of year for film lovers. We can look forward to prestigious films from big name…
