DEATH ON THE NILE – this latest version of Agatha Christie’s who-dun-it is directed by Kenneth Branagh who also stars as Hercule Poirot. I’m not a big fan of Agatha Christie, or murder mysteries in general, but I enjoy Branagh’s films, so I watched. It’s the typical bit with the usual suspects, both the charactersContinue reading
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THE NIGHT HOUSE – This film started off as a suspenseful ghost story, turned weird and ended up convoluted and subpar. The lead actress, Rebecca Hall, is quite good though. Still – skip it! Zero toasts, boyfriends/girlfriends.
THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION – Yes, I know I’m late to the party for viewing this film. Based on the novella by Stephen King and released in 1994, the peeps rave about this picture. Michael has been after me for years to watch it. Finally I have. It is a decent film with great performances byContinue reading
CHOOSE OR DIE – What was I thinking? This is not my type of film at all. A computer game, Curser, is able to interact with its player, read their minds, view their surroundings and wreak mayhem…..all in real time! Plus most of it makes no sense at all. Skip it. Zero toasts, boyfriends/girlfriends.
EASTER PARADE – Another holiday classic from 1948 that I watch every year! Fred Astaire and Judy Garland sparkle in this musical loaded with Irving Berlin tunes and engaging dance numbers. Other famous faces of the forties are featured like Peter Lawford and hoofer Ann Miller. A delightful gem! Cheers! Boyfriends/Girlfriends – 0.
THE TEN COMMANDMENTS – This classic film from 1956 is a masterpiece! I watch it every year. Cecil B. DeMille’s epic tale of the Hebrews’ exodus from the pharaoh and Egypt stands the test of time. It’s loaded with Hollywood movie stars of the era who are in their prime, and features special effects that,Continue reading
PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN – Carey Mulligan stars in this provocative, brilliant film that delivers a powerful message for both men and women. I was mesmerized from beginning to end (which is unforgettable). There are some recognizable folks in supporting roles, but this film belongs to Carey! Cheers Girlfriend!! A hearty toast. Boyfriends – 0; GirlfriendsContinue reading
LICORICE PIZZA – A pointless, uninteresting film depicting teenage life in Los Angeles in the ’70s. And it’s long….2 hours and 15 minutes. I fell asleep for half an hour near the end. On the positive side, it was interesting to see Philip Seymour Hoffman’s son in the lead role, Leo DiCaprio’s dad in aContinue reading
THE EYES OF TAMMY FAYE – Jessica Chastain won a SAG award for her portrayal of Tammy Faye Bakker in this HBO film and I think it highly likely she will win an Oscar. She was phenomenal. I remember the rise and fall of the Bakkers along with their PTL Club “ministry.” I use theContinue reading
AGAINST THE ICE – In 1909, two Danish polar explorers, originally on a mission with a full crew, set out alone in the Arctic to recover journals from a previous expedition. They return against all odds to find themselves abandoned by their mates who left them a makeshift hut and one year of supplies –Continue reading
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