I’m not all that familiar with the work of the Dardenne brothers. The Belgian filmmaking duo has made several films that have garnered critical praise that I never have seen. But I’ll say without hesitation, if their other films are as good as “The Kid with a Bike”, I’m going to make a point to check … Continue reading
5 PHENOMENAL ACTRESSES TO WATCH OUT FOR
Movies have always been blessed with an assortment of wonderful actresses and it’s no different now. Amazing acting talents are springing up and making names for themselves. I thought it would be fun to consider 5 Phenomenal actresses that you should keep your eye on. These ladies aren’t exactly “seasoned” in the traditional sense but they … Continue reading
WORLD WAR 2 MOVIES: Blogger Buddies Speak…
All week I have been looking at movies based on World War 2. I’ve already shared reviews and a Phenomenal 5. So I thought it would be cool to hear the thoughts of some of my movie blogging buddies. There are literally hundreds of World War 2 pictures and so many of them … Continue reading
REVIEW: “SCHINDLER’S LIST”
Many movies have looked at the Jewish Holocaust from a variety of different angles. There have been films that examined it through the eyes of children, those that have focused on specific regions, and others that show individuals who went to great lengths to help the persecuted Jews. A well done movie on the subject always … Continue reading
REVIEW: “FLAGS OF OUR FATHERS” (2006)
If you looked at a list of movies made about World War 2 it would probably stun you. Hundreds of films have been made worldwide that have examined and portrayed the global conflict from a variety of different perspectives. Many have focused on the combat, particular battles, or even well-known officers. Others have looked at different aspects … Continue reading
REVIEW: “Defiance”
Edward Zwick’s 2008 World War 2 movie “Defiance” is an intriguing look at the Nazi’s invasion and ultimate occupation of Belarus. As with every other German occupation, the brutality was rampant and the death tolls were high. The Nazi’s stormed through the countryside, destroying villages, killing hundreds of thousands of civilians, and shipping hundreds of thousands … Continue reading
