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A crime thriller about a British ex-con seeking revenge for his daughter’s death, The Limey is visually striking and tightly-paced, highlighting a bold performance by Terence Stamp. When I think of Terence Stamp, I think of him as Bernadette in Priscilla Queen of The Desert. I know that he is Superman’s General Zod as well,…
A small-town comedy about a group of Irish villagers attempting to claim a dead man’s lottery winnings, Waking Ned Devine is a sweet and easygoing film, with charming characters and a warm sense of humor. There are so many movies out there that people recommend that sometimes things slip through the cracks. This is one…
A coming-of-age story about a young girl learning about life and loss, My Girl is a nostalgic film, with a standout performance from Anna Chlumsky and a story that stands the test of time. I remember watching My Girl in the movie theater when it was first released. I don’t know who I went with,…
Based on a true story of a man sentenced to death row for the arson killing of his three small children, Trial By Fire shines a bright light on a broken justice system in the United States. When I think of films based on true stories, many of the ones that first come to mind…
A surprisingly engaging sequel that takes on current issues in the high-pressure world of fashion journalism, The Devil Wears Prada 2 is a stylish follow-up with sharp performances and catty exchanges that captures the same appeal as the original. There tends to be a cardinal rule when it comes to movies – if a sequel…
A suspenseful thriller about a deaf woman targeted by a serial killer, Midnight is a well-executed and immersive film that brings a fresh perspective to a familiar premise. There are so many phenomenal Korean films. A Taxi Driver, Minari, Memories of Murder, The Man From Nowhere, so many great ones. But because they aren’t marketed…
A charming coming-of-age dramedy about a teenager raised by parents with intellectual disabilities, Wildflower balances dry humor with a deeply heartfelt story about love and family. I always enjoy it when a movie lets you know that it’s inspired by a true story. Films about dinosaurs or predator sharks are lots of fun, but when…
An electrifying World War II drama focused on Winston Churchill’s first weeks as Prime Minister, Darkest Hour is elevated by exceptional performances and grand, atmospheric cinematography. There have been dozens of films made about World War II from many different perspectives. Whether it’s The Pianist, Hacksaw Ridge, or The Imitation Game, there are so many…
A harrowing dramatized thriller about the real 2008 terror attack in India, Hotel Mumbai is an intensely gripping survival story that highlights the courage of the hotel’s staff. In 2008, a series of twelve coordinated attacks befell Mumbai, India. Executed by a jihadist militant organization, men were sent to different locations to carry out their…
A tender science-fiction drama about a household robot who begins to develop human emotions, Bicentennial Man is far sweeter and more profound than I expected. Robin Williams had an incredible career in comedy, but his more serious roles are my favorites. As husband Chris Nielsen in What Dreams May Come, he tugged at our hearts,…
A fun and campy film about a girls’ boarding school on the verge of closing, St. Trinian’s is a high-spirited watch with lots of familiar faces. I have to admit, I love a good YA film. Teens being teens or adolescents finding their way, it’s a different, more nostalgic level of maturity that is often…
A fictionalized retelling of a famous historical life, Henry VIII and His Six Wives does an excellent job of covering each of Henry’s relationships while giving you a little bit of insight into each wife. Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. If you are at all familiar with the Broadway show SIX, the television show…
