THINGS HEARD AND SEEN – a complete waste of time. The ending was never explained and I didn’t understand which ghosts were who or the point of the whole story (beyond the superficial and predictable in which this film excels). Kelly had the same reaction. She even googled the novel which the film is basedContinue reading
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THE PATRIOT – From the year 2000, this Revolutionary War film offers an interesting perspective on an important battle between the militia (aiding regular soldiers) and the Redcoats which apparently was a turning point in the war. It’s a decent film, especially now when Americans need reminding how important our Democracy is and how hardContinue reading
OUR SOULS AT NIGHT – This film is a lovely, poignant story of companionship and romance between two older lonely folks. Excellently portrayed by Jane Fonda and Robert Redford, it is an honest look at the dynamics within all relationships and how those relationships affect each other. It’s also a story of redemption, forgiveness andContinue reading
I CARE A LOT – the work in this film is acceptable. And it was a real education to discover there are fraudulent guardian companies who can swoop into our lives, insert themselves into our financial affairs, have us declared incompetent and we are helpless to prevent any of it. It’s for this very reason,Continue reading
HARRIET – I finally watched this film in honor of Black History month. I’ve wanted to see it every since it was released. The film is okay, but the woman herself, Harriet Tubman, was astounding. I was eager to learn of her contribution to the Underground Railroad. I thought her involvement was limited to providingContinue reading
MA RAINEY’S BLACK BOTTOM – this is a gritty and raw reveal of racism in 1920s America. It’s the story of real life blues singer Ma Rainey, who was popular in the South, as she journeys to Chicago with her band to make records for a white label. Based on the play by August Wilson,Continue reading
DEATH TO 2020 – The peeps are split on this parody of the horrendous year we all just endured. I was hoping for lots of laughs. It certainly looked like this piece would deliver based on the cast and trailer. It definitely satisfied my friend Mirith. She thought it was hilarious and laughed her assContinue reading
MANK – this film is a character study into the psyche of Herman Mankiewicz, the actual screenwriter of Citizen Kane. It takes place over the two-three weeks Mank was writing the film and reveals much of his background through flashbacks. I had never heard of Mank or the drama behind the writing of Citizen KaneContinue reading
THE SOCIAL DILEMMA – Everyone needs to see this film. It is a stark warning to all of us using any type of technology. The film weaves scripted storyline into documentary info provided by the wizards who created our social platforms and cell phone capabilities. Even though we are all somewhat aware of the workingsContinue reading
View Post A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD – I’m not sure what I was expecting from this film. I guess more insight into Fred Rogers’ personal life and the affect his show had on millions of kids who grew up with Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood. I was not one of those kids. Neither were myContinue reading
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