Why women AND men need to watch ON THE BASIS OF SEX:
It’s a cinematic portrayal of a Ruth Bader Ginsburg as she starts her legal career. Her focus for equal rights among the sexes stand out in her first case and paves her future prospects and the US court’s view on gender discrimination. Year 2019 Directed by Mimi Leder Stars Felicity Jones and Armie Hammer From […]
A STAR IS BORN gave me chills…
Fourth rendition of the famous story of the rise and fall of fame. Famous musician played by Bradley Cooper falls for starving artist played by Lady Gaga. He pulls her into the spotlight and her rise begins as he falls. Year 2018 Directed by Bradley Cooper Stars Bradley Cooper, Lady Gaga, and Sam Elliot How […]
All I needed was A SIMPLE FAVOR
Super mom and vlogger, played by Anna Kendrick, befriends an irresistable mom, Blake Lively, and uncovers a mystery that just keeps getting more and more interesting. Year 2018 Director Paul Feig Stars Anna Kendrick, Blake Lively, Henry Golding This movie really caught me off guard. I thought, “it’s rated pretty fresh on the Tomatometer, so why not”. These kinds […]
Just, ugh….
Waking up to a world without Superman is a bitter pill for all, especially Bruce Wayne. Facing an even greater threat than before Bruce quickly gathers up a team to face the new enemy. Bringing together Wonder Woman, The Flash, Cyborg, and Aquaman might not be enough to save the world this time. They need […]
Run don’t walk (seriously) to go see READY PLAYER ONE
When the creator of a virtual reality world called the OASIS dies, he releases a video in which he challenges all OASIS users to find his Easter Egg, which will give the finder his fortune. Year 2018 Director: Steven Spielberg Stars: Tye Sheridan, Olivia Cooke, Ben Mendelsohn It’s been a while since I rated a movie a watch again […]
Why THE SHAPE OF WATER won:
Elisa is a mute, isolated woman who works as a cleaning lady in a hidden, high-security government laboratory in 1962 Baltimore. Her life changes forever when she discovers the lab’s classified secret — a mysterious, scaled creature from South America that lives in a water tank. As Elisa develops a unique bond with her new friend, […]
CALL ME BY YOUR NAME left me raw, but not defeated.
An Italian Summer in 1983 brings 17 year-old Elio and a handsome doctoral intern, Oliver, together. Elio is still in the transition of learning who he is and what he wants, but it’s clear that Oliver is part of it all. Oliver is a sure fire, smart savvy man who stumbles along a brave realization […]
How GET OUT changes the horror landscape.
Now that Chris (Daniel Kaluuya) and his girlfriend, Rose (Allison Williams), have reached the meet-the-parents milestone of dating, she invites him for a weekend getaway upstate with Missy and Dean. At first, Chris reads the family’s overly accommodating behavior as nervous attempts to deal with their daughter’s interracial relationship, but as the weekend progresses, a […]
Why Oldman will win for THE DARKEST HOUR
A thrilling and inspiring true story begins at the precipice of World War II as, within days of becoming Prime Minister of Great Britain, Winston Churchill (Academy Award nominee Gary Oldman) must face one of his most turbulent and defining trials: exploring a negotiated peace treaty with Nazi Germany, or standing firm to fight for […]
Why does A CHRISTMAS STORY win?
Based on the humorous writings of author Jean Shepherd, this beloved holiday movie follows the wintry exploits of youngster Ralphie Parker (Peter Billingsley), who spends most of his time dodging a bully (Zack Ward) and dreaming of his ideal Christmas gift, a “Red Ryder air rifle.” Frequently at odds with his cranky dad (Darren McGavin) […]