“Bullet to the Head” Review
When I walked into the theater to see “Bullet to the Head,” I expected just another B grade, comic-book-to-film adaptation about vigilantism, and I wasn’t far off the mark. With a lead duo of...
All that glitters is not pixie dust
If you have a shred of sentiment or love toward the original Disney animated film “Peter Pan” or the film “Hook,” then I highly suggest that you do not see this movie. However, if...
“The Florida Project” is a sanguine portrait of childhood
Sean Baker should be a recognizable name in the independent film circuit. His claim to fame, 2015’s “Tangerine,” is a comedy-drama shot entirely on iPhones about two trans sex workers in Los Angeles. Gimmick...
“Get Out” packs a punch
He did it — Jordan Peele, one half of the brains behind the cult classic “Key and Peele” sketch comedy show, made a (damn good) horror film. “Get Out” is a daring feat that...
“Risen” descended to indifference
The life and death of Jesus Christ is considered by many to be one of the greatest stories of all time. The legend has been told and retold countless times, following Jesus’ from his...
“Beyond the Lights” shines
Social commentary done right: That is what “Beyond the Lights” manages to achieve in its almost two-hour running time. With precise focus it tackles tantalizing issues such as media scrutiny, family pressure and concerns...
“Everything, Everything” is everything you wouldn’t expect
On the surface, “Everything, Everything” appears to be just another emotional love story that deals with a girl falling for a mysterious guy, but that’s not the case at all. The film doesn’t just...
The Unruly Mess I Must Digress
Macklemore and Ryan Lewis’ second official studio album “This Unruly Mess I’ve Made,” feels like 14 different lectures condensed into a 140-character Twitter update. There is a lot missing.
Going into this album, I was...
Holy Hera is “Wonder Woman” a great movie
I am a major fan of superhero movies. I’ve enjoyed just about every Marvel movie that’s come out in the last decade. And since I’ve known more about DC heroes than Marvel ones for...
Humor meets hostility in “Rock the Kasbah”
“Rock the Kasbah” is not about The Clash. In fact, neither the British punk band nor their song “Rock the Casbah” are mentioned even once during the film. If that doesn’t peeve you, there...