A Review of the Movie Arrival (2016)
I used to think, “Arrival” would be boring, then I watched it, and it turns out- I was right. But it was also a somewhat good movie. “Arrival” starts with some sad music and a voiceover of Louis Banks (Amy Adams). She’s sad, and it…
The Upside Movie Review – Bryan Cranston and Kevin Hart
The Upside pairs up Bryan Cranston and Kevin Hart in this remake of French comedy drama “Intouchables”, based on the true story of Philippe Pozzo di Borgo and Abdel Yasmin Sellou. Warning: mild spoilers. At first glance, “The Upside” delivers nothing new, relying on a…
A Review of J-Lo’s Movie “Second Act”
J-Lo’s second act: because sometimes it’s hard to be a woman, but presumably not quite so hard if you’re this particular theatrical icon approaching 50. The message from every J-Lo movie seems to be exactly the same: “I’m still jenny from the block. I haven’t…
A Review of “Vice” or the “I Hate Dick Cheney Story,” by Adam McKay
Christian Bale gets fat and mumbles his way through this unflattering and farcical look at the life of Dick Cheney in Vice. “Vice” begins in the War Room during the twin tower attacks on 9-11. Dick Cheney (Christian Bale) is making the decisions for…
Stan and Ollie Review – Starring John C. Reilly and Steve Coogan
A bromance that provides serious performances from two comedic actors. Stan and Ollie directed by Jon S. Baird follows famed comedy duo Laurel and Hardy on a tour through Europe at the end of their careers. The film stars Steve Coogan as Stan Laurel and…
“Nativity Rocks” Film Review
Plenty of room at the Inn for all who love sing-along feel-good Christmas musicals, so come along and Rock the manger! I am a little traditional when it comes to Christmas. In my book, Christmas starts on Christmas Eve and continues for 12 days, ending…
Review of the Movie “Green Book”
I expected not to like “Green Book,” as a cliché riddled preach-feast, which it is, but it is also a very enjoyable film. When you see Viggo Mortenson and Mahershala Ali as the leads for a film, you know the performances will be stellar. But…
Bull Durham – Movies That Stand the Test of Time
It’s been 30 years since “Bull Durham” hit theatres and when it comes to standing the test of time, this is one of those movies. Written and directed by Ron Shelton, Bull Durham takes from the writer’s previous experience as a minor league ballplayer in this…
