If you are a person of a certain age that was rocking out in the 60s and 70s, there is a likely chance you may already be informed about and a fan of the all-female musical group from California, Fanny. The young women were self-taught musicians, accomplished rock instrumentalists, and singers who reached a level… Continue reading Film News and Review: Fanny: The Right to Rock Documentary available on PBS
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SXSW 2023: BEING MARY TYLER MOORE Pays Tribute to An Entertainment Icon
The 2023 SXSW Film & TV Festival was a great year for documentaries highlighting the lives and careers of iconic superstars. These films offered audiences fascinating and insightful portraits of the people behind the symbols. I COULD NOT MISS THEIR STORIES since I grew up watching these artists/entertainers. Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie, You… Continue reading SXSW 2023: BEING MARY TYLER MOORE Pays Tribute to An Entertainment Icon
About My Father
Long Live Bob De Niro! Sitting in my seat, I did not expect much from the film. You can see from the poster that audiences have seen this type of all-American feel-good comedy over and over… so it needed an excellent script and strong lead performances to separate it from what has become cliché and… Continue reading About My Father
FAST X Continues The Franchise’s Tradition of Delivering Ridiculous Action Sequences
To the benefit of Fast X director Louis Leterrier, and his crew, the latest installment in the popular action franchise has no way of topping the fantastical feat of space travel that occurs in the previous movie (F9). Well, since the filmmakers got that ridiculous stunt out of the way. That means they focus on… Continue reading FAST X Continues The Franchise’s Tradition of Delivering Ridiculous Action Sequences
SXSW – Raging Grace – a tepid thriller
I love mystery thrillers, so I was drawn to Raging Grace, a film touted as just that, and yet, I was not thrilled, and I found the mystery transparent. Regardless, director Paris Zarcilla manages, with the help of a solid cast, a creepy, slightly suspenseful flick. She pulls out all the necessary elements – crazed… Continue reading SXSW – Raging Grace – a tepid thriller
BOOK CLUB: THE NEXT CHAPTER
While I was not a big fan of the first film in this series, I went into this sequel with an open mind. I found this sequel more enjoyable and surprising than the first film, but the movies in this franchise don’t deserve the theatrical treatment they have received. Both movies have a tremendous and… Continue reading BOOK CLUB: THE NEXT CHAPTER
SXSW 2023: BLACKBERRY
I remember having a purple Blackberry cell phone that I enjoyed using until it had issues, and it was time to update to a newer model. I was then introduced to the iPhone as an option. It was not an easy transition, and I was skeptical. The salesperson at my store was patient in answering… Continue reading SXSW 2023: BLACKBERRY
GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOLUME 3
Still reeling from the loss of Gamora (Zoe Saldana), Peter Quill (Chris Pratt) rallies his team to defend the universe and one of their own – a mission that could mean the end of the Guardians if not successful (IMDB). I went into this film with low but hopeful expectations because, let’s face it, this… Continue reading GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOLUME 3
Film News: CHOP & STEELE and A LIFE ON THE FARM: A Found Footage Double Feature
Drafthouse Films presents CHOP & STEELE and A LIFE ON THE FARM: A Found Footage Double Feature, as available On Demand on May 9th after having a theatrical release presented by Fantastic Fest in April in select theaters. The films were selections of the 2022 Fantastic Fest in Austin, so if you saw them while… Continue reading Film News: CHOP & STEELE and A LIFE ON THE FARM: A Found Footage Double Feature
SXSW 2023 Review: LITTLE RICHARD: I AM EVERYTHNG
Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Lisa Cortés of the documentary Little Richard: I Am Everything had the Texas Premiere at this year’s SXSW Film & TV Festival. I loved the movie and learning about his impact and accomplishments. If Little Richard fans missed this at the festival in March, here is an opportunity to view the film… Continue reading SXSW 2023 Review: LITTLE RICHARD: I AM EVERYTHNG