‘Oppenheimer’ bold, impressive, but long
Set during World War II, the biographical film Oppenheimer chronicles the real life story of American scientist J. Robert Oppenheimer and his role in developing the atomic bomb. Opening up with an i
‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ undeniably likable
Whether you are a fan of the Marvel universe or not, the likability factor of this latest and final edition of the Guardians franchise is undeniable. Full disclosure, that previous hailing comes from
‘Gone in the Night’ draws strength from its leads
Gone in The Night, heck it sounds like they named this feature film after me. I m gone the second my head hits the pillow. I could sleep on a bed of rocks, and sleep like a baby just fine. But then a
‘You Hurt My Feelings’ opens rich dialogue between adults
I just want to preface this week s article by noting this is my anniversary week writing for the Times Leader. One year under my belt, the honor has been all mine! Now onto more important things. We w
Moody ‘Nefarious’ is a dialogue film
Oh, the weight of some folks choices and the consequences that ensue. I just thank my lucky stars I am not making weighty decisions like the one Dr. James Martin, played by Jordan Belfi, must make.
‘No Hard Feelings’ a delightfully naughty comedy for adults
In the midst of all the mid-summer PG-13 blockbusters and family films, finally comes an R-rated naughty comedy for the crowd that has long surpassed their tastebuds for pink elephants and lemonade.
‘Mafia Mamma’ a light-hearted spring comedy
Please don t hate me for what I am about to admit to you in my following sentence. I have never, ever seen The Godfather, Part One or Two for that matter.
Brendan Fraser’s performance elevates ‘The Whale’
Bohemian director Darren Aronofsky has brought his audiences some really colorful films over the years. Most notably in 2000 was his most established cult following film called Requiem For a Dream,
Consider ‘Plane’ a jolt of fresh air
Scottish actor Gerard Butler ( P.S. I love You ) returns as dashing and tough as ever as overworked pilot Brodie Torrance, wanting to get through this one last commercial flight, so he can go visit hi
‘Good Nurse’ may well leave you haunted, shaken
Now let s admit it who doesn t just love a naughty nightshift nurse? Well, you won t be saying that after witnessing this particular one. Hell no! Based on the unthinkable true story of nurse Charli
With ‘Spirited,’ the laughs are forced
Charles Dickens penned one of the most celebrated books of our time when he conjured up his beloved classic A Christmas Carol all the way back in 1843. Under financial pressure, Dickens wrote the ic
Ralphie’s back, and he’s all grown up
Thirty-nine years after the original holiday cult-classic A Christmas Story premiered into the world, we are given a gift of a sequel actually worthy of a watch.
Riveting ‘She Said’ one of top movies this year
Oh, how the mighty have fallen! 2017 marked the glorious year when the entire world watched in horror as the scandalous Harvey Weinstein fallout unfolded right before us. This literal heavyweight had
Chef has alternate plans for his dinner guests in ‘The Menu’
Have you ever had the privilege, or misfortune depending on your palate, to eat in one of those very exclusive eateries where you cannot pronounce most of the frilly ingredients in each dish? The Men
Lots of love for these documentaries
According to Websters dictionary the precise definition of a Motion Picture is: a series of pictures projected on a screen in rapid succession with objects shown in successive positions slightly cha
Clooney and Roberts, together again
Starring the superstar tag team of George Clooney and Julia Roberts, who both starred together in Oceans 11 all the way back in 2001. Followed by Oceans 12 in 2004, and then again in Money Monste
Glossy, artsy ‘Blonde’ focuses on Marilyn Monroe
Roughly 60 years since her mysterious and tragic passing, global icon Marilyn Monroe is yet again the subject of this latest, apparently loose biopic. This glossy film is based on the 2000 book unde
Witches still adorable in ‘Hocus Pocus 2’
We re back witches is the tongue-in-cheek tagline from the brand-new sequel to the 1993 cult hit Hocus Pocus. It s been nearly three decades since stars Bette Midler ( The First Wives Club ) Sarah
‘Jurassic World Dominion’ is typical summer popcorn flick
If you happened to miss Jurassic World Dominion on the big screen all summer long, the wait is finally over as it is brand spanking new at streaming on the small screen right in your living room. It i
Here’s wishing ‘Father of the Bride’ was edgier
At the core, I suppose this 2022 rendition of Father Of The Bride would technically be considered a remake of the 1991 comedy classic starring Steve Martin and Diane Keaton. This time, under a sun-d