There are a plethora of things that fascinate me about the movies. Among them is the way our impressions of a particular movie can change so dramatically over a fairly long period of time. Such is the case with “The Sting”, a beloved Tinsel Town caper which last year turned 50 years-old. Rarely has my … Continue reading
Comfortably seated within that small group of actors who I’ll watch in anything is Michael Keaton. From his early comedies of the 1980s to his time as Gotham City’s Caped Crusader to the more character driven dramas of the last ten years, I’ve always been drawn to Keaton’s wit, charm, and versatility. So naturally I … Continue reading
The dark and gritty 1994 film “The Crow” was equal part supernatural superhero movie and classic revenge thriller. Based on James O’Barr’s 1989 limited comic book series of the same name, the film gained a strong cult following in addition to being well reviewed by critics. But the movie was struck by tragedy following the … Continue reading
Following its world premiere at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival, the biographical drama “One Life” was greeted with quite a bit of praise from critics. Deservedly so. Now audiences in the States get their chance to experience this outstanding and heart-wrenching drama that once again highlights Anthony Hopkins as one of our greatest living … Continue reading
In some exciting news, Kino Lorber Studio Classics has brought Stanley Kubrick’s 1952 debut film “Fear and Desire” to 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray for very first time. This ambitious anti-war film was directed, produced, shot, and edited by the legendary filmmaker. This incredible new edition features a full 4K restoration of both the long-unavailable … Continue reading
Not to be confused with David Michôd’s gritty Australian crime thriller with almost the same name, “The Animal Kingdom” from director Thomas Cailley couldn’t be more different. Part fantasy and part coming-of-age drama, Cailley’s movie (which he co-wrote with Pauline Munier) is filled with big ideas and even better intentions. But as it progresses those … Continue reading
Keith & the Movies 