GOAT: An Animated Underdog Story That Has Visual Flash, But Is Lacking In The Humor Department

In an alternate earth where anthropomorphic animals thrive, a skilled, athletic goat aspires to take the sports world by storm, allowing other smaller-statured athletes to prove themselves. I often enjoy a good underdog story, but the problem is that there have been so many others that have preceded it, with varying degrees of success. This… Continue reading GOAT: An Animated Underdog Story That Has Visual Flash, But Is Lacking In The Humor Department

Pillion – Relationships Have Challenges, No Matter the Individuals

Directed by Harry Lighton, the dramatic (and limited humor) film Pillion is based on the 1975 novel “Box Hill” by Adam Mars-Jones, adapted by the director. It is set in an unnamed city in England, in a later time than the novel. Lighton’s feature-film directorial debut had its world premiere at the 2025 Cannes Film… Continue reading Pillion – Relationships Have Challenges, No Matter the Individuals

Movie Review – The Moment: The Chaos of a Pop Star’s Life Exhausts, Real or Mocked

Charli XCX is a British pop singer-songwriter with a Grammy-winning “Brat” album, her sixth studio album. Of course, her adoring fans know this, but anyone interested in learning more about her by watching the film “The Moment” will likely leave disappointed or not very impressed. It has its moments. The Moment is not a concert… Continue reading Movie Review – The Moment: The Chaos of a Pop Star’s Life Exhausts, Real or Mocked

SEND HELP Is Pure Raimi Craziness In All of His More Enjoyable Ways

Most cinephiles know, more or less, what to expect from a more traditional Sam Raimi movie. Now, it is possible that Raimi’s trademarks and go-to style choices are not everyone’s cup of tea. It is also possible that anyone has already grown tired of the director’s signature choices. However, if you are like me, you… Continue reading SEND HELP Is Pure Raimi Craziness In All of His More Enjoyable Ways

SHELTER Is Escapist Action Cinema That Is Solid Entertainment

Have we as audiences seen this type of movie? Yes! Is it still entertaining? The answer is, without a single doubt. Director Ric Roman Waugh and writer Ward Parry have created an action-thriller that is mostly compelling and fun, offering audiences an escape from the troubles of real life. Did I eat it all up?… Continue reading SHELTER Is Escapist Action Cinema That Is Solid Entertainment

MERCY Is Not Only A Dollar Store MINORITY REPORT, It is so Lame and Imbecilic

Look, I like what Chris Pratt has brought to comedic performances, especially in the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy, but the actor cannot do serious drama. This fact is so starkly evident in a film already plagued by bad writing and direction, but it would have been a lead role that could have been so… Continue reading MERCY Is Not Only A Dollar Store MINORITY REPORT, It is so Lame and Imbecilic

IS THIS THING ON? Shows The Healing Power Of Art

The new movie by director Bradley Cooper focuses on a man dealing with divorce, depression, and his struggles to find happiness in his life. After his marriage seems to fall apart, the man initially finds himself lost and aimless, but eventually discovers an outlet not only to express himself but also to learn more about… Continue reading IS THIS THING ON? Shows The Healing Power Of Art

We Bury the Dead (SXSW 2025 Film Festival Premiere) Now in Theaters

Written and directed by Zak Hilditch, We Bury the Dead premiered at the SXSW Film and Television Festival on March 9th, 2025. It is now released theatrically in the US as of today, January 2, 2026, after a festival run last year. The film is a drama and does contain some horror due to the… Continue reading We Bury the Dead (SXSW 2025 Film Festival Premiere) Now in Theaters