"Birdman," "Turner," "McFarland": Triple-header film review
My movie buddy and I didn't really mind seeing a movie about pretentious people, but we felt that the entire thing was pretentious.
Racism isn't new in Texas
Carmen Boullosa has done us a great service, and provided us a marvelously good read.
“The Night Alive”: Dubliners wish upon a star
This play is essentially about fringe characters yearning to get away from their boring existences.
“Field of Honor”: A movie you might have missed
The film Field of Honor puts the viewer in mind of the adage, "It's a rich man's war and a poor man's fight."
"The Water Engine" features wonderful performances
The Water Engine opens in the red glow of flames from a factory furnace, while workers operate drill presses and grinding wheels in a shower of sparks.
Colleen McCullough, 77: obit insults author, draws outrage
The shockingly sexist obituary drew a collective groan of disgust, and readers, fans, and activists alike took to Twitter to defend the memory of the celebrated author.
"Afonya": a movie you might have missed
The "Afonya" story remains relatable and enjoyable today as well as being an interesting glimpse into the ups and downs of the Soviet experiment.
“From Spring to Summer”: A movie you might have missed
The Korean people suffered mightily under the cruel occupation of imperialist Japan. That sad reality is brought to life in this well constructed war picture.
“Blackhat”: The thinker’s thriller
Director Mann has made the tried and true thriller genre timely and cutting edge, as well as sitting-on-the-edge-of-your-seat exciting.
Hello to Godard’s latest film, “Goodbye to Language”
To paraphrase TV's 1960s sci-fi series "The Outer Limits," there is nothing wrong with your screen. Do not attempt to adjust the picture.
