Well, we’ve done it again. We’ve came to the end of yet another year. For many people 2021 was a tough one. For me it was a year of several highs but some significant lows. On the down side, I lost two uncles and one aunt in 2021 and I considered myself close to all of them. Many others have lost loved ones as well. My heart goes out to you.
But on the positive side, 2021 was a great year for movies. I was worried for the first several months, but there were some really strong releases in the second half of the year. Personally, 2021 saw some exciting doors opened up. I was brought on as a film critic for a newspaper I’ve known my entire life, the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. It marks the first time I’ve actually been paid for reviewing movies. Also, this site received more traffic than any year since it began back in 2010.
In a very real way I owe both of those accomplishments to you all – the readers, the engagers, the commenters. Every visit, every ‘like’, every conversation I’ve had with you all has been an encouragement. I’m also grateful for the film friends I’ve made through this goofy little website. You all add an extra layer of enjoyment to watching movies.
So with another film year in the books, I just want to say THANK YOU. Also, I want to wish all of you a Happy New Year and may 2022 be full of rich blessings for you and your loved ones. I can’t wait to see what kind of movies we get to talk about in the coming year.
Keith & the Movies 
Keith so sorry to hear of the passing of your close relatives. Three in one year is almost too much to bear. My family has been blessed to add a baby to the mix, and she’s given us all a beacon of hope.
I for one have appreciated your blog and your perspectives on films very much this year. You’re my first resource to turn to when getting a sense of what a film is about. Also appreciate your previews of coming films. Best Wishes to You and Yours for 2022!
Thanks so much. I appreciate the kind words and they truly mean a lot. I do love doing this, but I like the interaction just as much if not more than writing about the movies.
And isn’t it funny how babies can light up the world? They have a sweet and tender magic all their own.
You’re very welcome, and yes 🙂
I’m sorry for the loss of your family members. Movies have always distracted me during low times. You are quite right about the last half of the year with fine films to watch. I still many to see. Happy New Year to you and yours, Keith.
Thanks Cindy. You’re so right about movies. That’s one of the many things I love about them. They truly can distract you from the trials of life.
Sorry for the loss for your relatives. I hope you have a good year this year.
Thanks my friend. I can’t wait to see what it holds. Hope you have a good one too.
I too would like to say sorry for your losses, that’s very tough.
This year has been truly wild (again) and I’m really hoping 2022 can bring some smoother sailing. The updates you’ve mentioned about your site are really exciting — I hope nothing but the best for you going forward, you’re a film critic that deserves exposure. Onwards and upwards buddy!
That’s too kind. And you’re one of those “film friends” who I cherish. I mean we’ve been chatting about movies for several years now, right?
Anyway, all the best to you and yours in 2022. Hope its a wonderful and memorable year.
Cheers Keith, thanks very much.
I’m sorry to hear it was a tough year, it sure was like that for a lot of people unfortunately…
I hope 2022 will be a better one! :–)
It was tough but it also had its ups too. Hope you had a good 2021 and an even better 2022.
Thank you! My 2021 was OK, I cannot complain, and let’s all hope for a better 2022! :–)
I wish you and Emma Watkins teamed up to do a film review 💛
I’ll see if I can pull a few strings.
Good on ya Keith 👍🏻
Happy New Year Keith, hopefully a better one with less downs and more ups!
And a Happy, Happy, Happy, Happy New Year to you and yours. Hope it’s a terrific 2022.
Happy New Year, Keith! Sorry for your loss of your relatives, but that is cool that you’re getting paid for reviewing movies, congrats.
Here’s to a better 2022!
Thanks so much Ruth. Hope you have a terrific New Year. 2021 definitely had some downs but it also had some big ups. Here’s hoping for more and more ups in 2022.
So sorry to hear of those bereavements. I really do wish you a better 2022. I really am happy you’ve got great recognition for your film reviewers 🙂
Thanks so much. That means a lot. There was a lot of good in 2021 as well. But it has some tough patches.
Wishing you a terrific 2022.