Compiling lists. It’s something we film critics rush to do at the end of every movie year. Like a sacred rite, we needlessly toil and labor over what ten or so films we should christen as the very best of the year. Admittedly, it’s more fun for some of us than it is for others. … Continue reading
What a ride it’s been. When “The Fast and the Furious” came out in 2001, I’m not sure anyone expected it to be a popular franchise. And not just a popular franchise, but one of the most successful box office franchises, raking in over $6.6 billion so far. I say “so far” because the ride’s … Continue reading
(CLICK HERE for my full review in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette) The latest entry into horror’s possession sub-genre is “Consecration”, a new chiller that plays more like a supernatural mystery than a straight up horror movie. Looking at it that way works in the film’s favor considering there isn’t a single scare to be found in … Continue reading
Matt Damon and Ben Affleck lead an all-star cast in the new Amazon Studios biographical dramedy “Air”. It’s directed by Affleck from a script by Alex Convery and is set to get wide release in theaters – a significant move from Amazon. In addition to pals Damon and Affleck, the film stars Jason Bateman, Chris … Continue reading
The new film “Alice, Darling” sets out to shine an honest and earnest light on the issue of psychological and emotional abuse. In her feature directorial debut, Mary Nighy takes this undeniable potent subject matter and examines it from a distance, yet with remarkable clarity. Along the way, she also looks at the bond of … Continue reading
One of my most anticipated comedies of the year is the hilariously looking indie “Paint”. Written and directed by Brit McAdams, the film stars Owen Wilson as television painter Carl Nargle (gotta love that name). For nearly three decades he has had the top-rated painting show. But when the TV station hires a younger and … Continue reading
Keith & the Movies 