In “The Front Room”, Brandy Norwood plays Belinda Irwin, a woman who has a lot on her plate. Professionally, she’s an anthropology professor who is fed up with being mistreated by her department. On a more personal level, she’s still struggling with the tragic death of her first born son, Wallace. On top of all that, … Continue reading
REVIEW: “Kinds of Kindness” (2024)
I wish a new Yorgos Lanthimos movie brought the same excitement to me that it does for so many others. But no matter how hard I try, I have rarely been able to get onboard with what he’s doing. I often find myself resistant to many of his obsessions and even repelled by his more … Continue reading
REVIEW: “Rebel Ridge” (2024)
It has taken a while, but the long-awaited new feature from filmmaker Jeremy Saulnier has finally arrived following some lengthy delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the departure of lead actor John Boyega. Relative newcomer Aaron Pierce signed on to replace Boyega and filming picked back up in 2022. Now “Rebel Ridge” is set … Continue reading
Great Images from Great Movies #19 – “Se7en”
Truly great movies can leave indelible marks. It may be through an emotional connection to the story. It may be through a remarkable performance or a signature scene. But it can also be through the brilliant imagery a film can carve into your mind. That’s what this feature is all about – highlighting great images … Continue reading
REVIEW: “The Killer” (2024)
Not to be confused with David Fincher’s 2023 thriller of the same name, the latest film called “The Killer” is cut from a different clothe. It comes from the legendary filmmaker John Woo which automatically makes it a movie worth talking about. “The Killer” is a remake of Woo’s own seminal 1989 Hong Kong action … Continue reading
REVIEW: “Ride” (2024)
C. Thomas Howell gives a career best performance in “Ride”, a rural family drama with a hint of crime thriller thrown in for good measure. Howell plays John Hawkins, a retired bull riding champion struggling to hold his family together in the face of numerous difficulties. John is a grizzled and world-weary soul who we … Continue reading