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An excellent tribute to the life and legacy of the famous singer who left too soon, Selena y Los Dinos provides countless family photos, videos, and interviews to let people know the real woman behind the voice. Having grown up in Chicago in the 80s and 90s and having never been exposed to specific Latin…
A fast-paced action flick, The Running Man, about a man who enters a near-fatal television competition to earn money to take care of his family, has lots of chases, but little depth. I remember when The Running Man movie with Arnold Schwarzenegger came out in 1987. I watched it with my brother in the movie…
An inane film about a shallow modern matchmaker who is looking for the perfect rich guy, Materialists is not one to waste your time with. Looking at the movie poster, I was already wary. Not knowing anything about the film other than it appears that Dakota Johnson is choosing between Pedro Pascal and Chris Evans,…
A sweet rom-com that grows on you, A Merry Little Ex-Mas, about a still-friendly married couple getting divorced during the holiday season, is the breezy little movie you need right now. I am not a big Christmas movie person. I have my favorites, of course (I love Elf and if you consider Love Actually a…
A psychological thriller about a teen trying to prove his innocence when he is accused of another student’s murder, Like Minds is a trip with lots of twists and turns. There are some excellent psychological thrillers out there. Shutter Island, Zodiac, Burning – all movies that I recommend watching if you haven’t seen them. They…
A hilarious documentary about Zack Weiner and his colorful campaign to run for city council in New York, Citizen Weiner will have you wondering where the line is between reality and fiction. I am a huge fan of political satire. I don’t care what party it focuses on or where in the world, it is…
A spunky buddy comedy about a well-intended angel who makes a mess in two men’s lives, Good Fortune is light, funny, and fairly predictable. We are all familiar with “walk a mile in someone else’s shoes” type films. Whether it is Freaky Friday, It’s A Wonderful Life, or Your Name., one of the goals is…
Inspired by a true story, My Son, My Son, What Have Ye Done, about a man who murders a woman with a sword, has an excellent cast, but is a bit disjointed and dull. When I come across a movie that is both based on a true story and involves a murder, you can be…
An intense film about two conspiracy theorists who kidnap a woman because they believe she is an alien, Bugonia keeps you on the edge of your seat right until the end. It is always intriguing when you see actors and directors continue to work together. It makes you wonder what is happening behind the scenes…
In an expedition to look for a legend, The Loneliest Whale: The Search For 52, researchers today see if they can find the single whale who sang its own distinct song with no response three decades ago. Whales are amazing creatures, but when I think about marine life in general, I’m incredibly grateful for the…
A comedy about the monotony of working as a temp in an office, Clockwatchers has a great cast and all of the quirky desk items and personalities you typically find. If you have ever worked in an office setting, you know the mind-numbing moments where you are waiting for the clock to tick to the…
A gorgeous film full of texture, wonder, and depth, Frankenstein, the classic story with a few twists, is truly one that you can’t miss. Frankenstein is one of those characters that has always been in the ether. Being alive today means never having lived in a world without the creator and his monster (as the…
