How to Train Your Dragon (PG) ★★★½
What a great movie for families with a strong message for all, ‘Kindness Wins!’ During the Viking Age, in the opening scene on the Island of Berk, we are introduced to a young teenage boy … Read more
Reviews
Lilo & Stitch (PG) ★★★★
Have your kids ever struggled with finding a best friend? In the heartwarming live-action remake of “Lilo & Stitch,” we learn how a young girl’s dreams come true when she sees an alien friend named … Read more
Karate Kid: Legends (PG-13) ★★★
The popular martial arts drama movie “Karate Kid: Legends” (PG-13) is now playing in theaters. It’s the sixth installment of the ‘Karate Kid’ franchise, continuing the story from the 2010 film “The Karate Kid” and … Read more
Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning (PG-13)★★★½
We’ve waited two years for the second half of the latest Mission: Impossible adventure, starring the daredevil stuntman Tom Cruise as Ethan Hunt. I can confidently say that it has been worth the wait. Picking … Read more
Poker Face TV Series Peacock ★★★★
Are you looking for a TV series that is comical, creative, and fun to watch? “Poker Face,” the crime-solving comedy-drama streaming on Peacock, is fantastic as the lead, Natasha Lyonne, who plays Charlie Cale, has … Read more
Ransom Canyon (PG-13) Netflix ★★★
The Netflix Western drama series “Ransom Canyon” is brought to life by a cast that includes the seasoned star Josh Duhamel (Staten Kirkland) and the promising newcomer Minka Kelly (Quinn O’Grady). Their performances are the … Read more
The Thunderbolts* (PG-13) ★★★
Mental Health is the main theme in a Marvel movie? Now I’ve seen everything. Although the good news is “Thunderbolts*” is well cast, Yelena Bulova is portrayed by Florence Pugh, effectively conveys her inner feeling … Read more
The Four Seasons Netflix Series (TV-MA) ★★★
“The Four Seasons” follows six longtime friends who embark on a peaceful weekend getaway, which quickly becomes chaotic when one couple reveals their impending breakup. This 8-part series, streaming on Netflix starting May 1, features … Read more
“The Residence” (TV-MA) Netflix Series ★★★★
I truly believe a star has been born in the Netflix TV-MA rated series “The Residence” starring Uzo Aduba as Cordelia Cupp a consultant with the Metropolitan Police Department. Yes, she’s that remarkable … Read more
The Amateur (R) ★★★
I’m a huge fan of Rami Malek’s work, as his Academy Award-winning portrayal in “Bohieman Rapsady’s ( 2018) as Freddy Mercury was fantastic. Rami knows how to embody a character and make it his own. … Read more
The Penguin Lessons (PG-13) ★★★★
“The Penguin Lessons” is the true story of ‘Thomas Mitchell,’ played by the remarkable English and Irish actor Steve Coogan. He’s a grieving, burned-out 50-something British High School teacher in Argentina in the year 1976, … Read more
A Minecraft Movie (PG) ★★★
I laughed out loud during “A Minecraft Movie,” and so did the packed audience, who applauded and cheered at the end. Jack Black, Jason Momoa, and Jennifer Coolidge are hilarious together. This review comes from … Read more
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Interviews
Wide Variety of Winners at the 30th Critics Choice Awards posted to Roger Ebert
California’s sunshiny 70-degree weather set the tone for the 30th Critics Choice Awards held February 7 at Santa Monica Airport’s Barker Hanger, as huge smiles prevailed. In covering the awards for the last ten years, … Read more
Paddington in Peru (PG) ★★★½
It’s been seven years since the wildly popular “Paddington 2” (2017) was released with a stellar performance by Hugh Grant and cast set in London. Now, we are given Paddington’s delightful back story in the … Read more
Chaz Ebert Discussion “It’s Time to Give a FECK” Book Tour
Chaz Ebert asked me to interview her for the start of her book tour at Anderson’s Bookshop in Naperville, Illinois. What a great evening it was to listen to Chaz further explain some of the … Read more
The Bikeriders (R) ★★★★
The Bikeriders” has an all-star cast, with Jodi Comer, Austin Butler, Tom Hardy and Michael Shannon. The movie is inspired by a photo book of the same name by Danny Lyon, written in 1968. Jeff … Read more
Rob Lorenz Interview “In the Land of Saints and Sinners”
For the film “In the Land of Saints and Sinners,” I was invited to speak with the director, Rob Lorenz. We had a Zoom interview, and it was informative. We talked about his Irish heritage, … Read more
Dune: Part Two (R) ★★★★
Once in a while, a sweeping saga masterpiece comes along, such as 1977’s “Star Wars,” retroactively retitled “Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope” by George Lucas or Peter Jackson’s “The Lord of the … Read more
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Film Festivals and Events
Wide Variety of Winners at the 30th Critics Choice Awards posted to Roger Ebert
California’s sunshiny 70-degree weather set the tone for the 30th Critics Choice Awards held February 7 at Santa Monica Airport’s Barker Hanger, as huge smiles prevailed. In covering the awards for the last ten years, … Read more
Chaz Ebert Discussion “It’s Time to Give a FECK” Book Tour
Chaz Ebert asked me to interview her for the start of her book tour at Anderson’s Bookshop in Naperville, Illinois. What a great evening it was to listen to Chaz further explain some of the … Read more
The Bikeriders (R) ★★★★
The Bikeriders” has an all-star cast, with Jodi Comer, Austin Butler, Tom Hardy and Michael Shannon. The movie is inspired by a photo book of the same name by Danny Lyon, written in 1968. Jeff … Read more
One Life (PG) ★★★★
“One Life” is a heartwarming film I screened during the Toronto Film Festival; it stars Anthony Hopkins as Nicholas Winton, an English stockbroker in a true story. In 1938 he helped save over 600 children … Read more
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (PG-13) ★★½
It’s been three years since we’ve last seen the Spengler family as they relocated from Oklahoma to New York. They’ve moved into the original Ghostbusters Firehouse, complete with a firepole, ghost-catching equipment, containers, and the … Read more
In the Land of Saints and Sinners (R) ★★★½
In the absorbing thriller starring Liam Neeson, director Rob Lorenz accomplished a remarkable feat in his movie “In the Land of Saints and Sinners.” He utilized Neeson’s cadre of noteworthy acting roles to guide his … Read more
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Radio Podcasts
How to Train Your Dragon (PG) ★★★½
What a great movie for families with a strong message for all, ‘Kindness Wins!’ During the Viking Age, in the opening scene on the Island of Berk, we are introduced to a young teenage boy … Read more
Lilo & Stitch (PG) ★★★★
Have your kids ever struggled with finding a best friend? In the heartwarming live-action remake of “Lilo & Stitch,” we learn how a young girl’s dreams come true when she sees an alien friend named … Read more
Karate Kid: Legends (PG-13) ★★★
The popular martial arts drama movie “Karate Kid: Legends” (PG-13) is now playing in theaters. It’s the sixth installment of the ‘Karate Kid’ franchise, continuing the story from the 2010 film “The Karate Kid” and … Read more
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