A polarized-reviewed novel gets a bad film adaptation “The Goldfinch” is based on Donna Tartt’s 2013 novel, which had a divided reaction from American and foreign readers, but nonetheless, won the Pulitzer […]
The Goldfinch
Hustlers
These women, led by Wu and Lopez, play the game just right. I want to make an important distinction before proceeding with my “Hustlers” review. When I make my Worst of the […]
Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice
It’s so easy to acknowledge the joys and heart in this Linda Ronstadt doc. Linda Ronstadt has fought against her own cynicisms, and became a music icon. She was a bit reluctant […]
It: Chapter Two
Too many demons, but something wicked this way comes. There’s a similar reaction to “Avengers: Infinity War” and “Endgame,” and “The Matrix Reloaded” and “Revolutions.” It was a Pennywise choice to split […]
The Best Movies I’ve Seen This Summer
Superheroes, toys, cultures, and talents-all of them have made a warm season great. It was good summer at the movies, and there were hits and misses. So, given the circumstances that summer […]
Tony Hale on Voice Acting
The man behind Gary Walsh, Forky, and Buster Bluth has a few words of wisdom about voice work. I attended a special AOL Build program, where Tony Hale was discussing about his […]
Brittany Runs a Marathon
In this cynical, but compassionate comedy, Jillian Bell gets her steps in. I was able to acknowledge Jillian Bell as a household name after her comedy role in “22 Jump Street,” in […]
The Matrix Trilogy
3 Movies With Neo, Morpheus, and Trinity “The Matrix” has just been re-released in Dolby for a one week engagement, commemorating its 20th anniversary release. So, I’d like to share with you […]
Lawrence of Arabia
The Oscar Winner for Best Picture in 1963 still resonates today. Looking at “Lawrence of Arabia” in a different generation, I have to compare and contrast the patience and majesty between New […]
Angel Has Fallen
This sequel gets a triple dose of headaches, action, and cliches. First, Gerard Butler as Mike Banning had to save America in “Olympus Has Fallen,” next, he had to save London in […]
