Sadly, Mistakes Ground “Aladdin” From Ever Taking Flight
Disney’s recycling of their animated classic films, is fine with me, especially if an updated script showcases noteworthy performances—sadly, for all the spot-on ethnic casting, and memorable performance… Read more about Aladdin (PG) ★★½…
Halle Berry’s Feisty Sofia Enhances Chapter 3
The opening scene of “Chapter 3” in New York City’s iconic Public library is pure fantasy and entertainment, as not only does super assassin John Wick kill a… Read more about John Wick: Chapter 3-Parabellum (R) ★★★…
A Chicago Film Opens CCFF
Friday, May 17, 2019, was opening night for the Chicago Critics Film Festival and “Saint Frances,” played to a packed house at the Music Box Theater in Chicago and received… Read more about Chicago Critics Film Festival Opening Night 2019 by Patty Babin…
Solid Storytelling is Greatly Needed
The excitement is over as the first Pokémon feature that pairs the animated Japanese characters with live actors is finally here—although unfortunately to fully comprehend the film, one needs to… Read more about Pokémon Detective Pikachu (PG) ★★½…
The 2019 Chicago Critics Film Festival (CCFF) line-up is bringing some exciting talent to town, and festival films are sure to entertain.
The Chicago premiere of Danny Boyle’s “Yesterday” tops the program packed with this… Read more about The Chicago Critics Film Festival 2019 Tickets On Sale Now!…
Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron Make a Memorable Couple
Pairing Seth Rogen’s slouchy dresser, Fred Flarsky, an unapologetic, gonzo journalist with Charlize Theron’s glamorous, Charlotte Field, a driven successful Secretary of State who has her… Read more about Long Shot (R) ★★★★…
“Avengers Endgame” at its best—illustrates the qualities of being a true hero—all while Marvel’s greatest cinematic hits are warmly and entertainingly revisited! “Endgame” is a culmination of 22 Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) films debuting in… Read more about Avengers: Endgame (PG-13) ★★★½…
Check Out “The Public” at a Theater Near You, Offering Over Due Enlightenment
My younger sister, Martha, a former librarian told me a few years ago that it’s common for homeless people to come into… Read more about The Public (PG-13) ★★★½…
The Voice of an Angel Takes Us to Church
Be prepared to be lifted-up—quite possibly to the heavens—by merely viewing this euphoric musical performance by the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin. Never before seen footage… Read more about Amazing Grace (G)★★★★…
A Good-Natured Superhero with Loads of Heart
Shazman is the new ‘superhero kid on the block’ as Zachary Levi’s energetic, yet heartfelt performance nails his DC character for years to come! Finally, the DC Universe… Read more about Shazam! (PG-13) ★★★½…
All of the film trailers and some of the feature films have been viewed—the top entertainment film websites have been scoured—here are 35 Sundance 2019 films that garner attention. Congratulations to all Sundance Festival winners!… Read more about Sundance 2019 Buzz Watch and Winners List 35 Films—21 Award Winners, 14 Buzz Watch…
Non-kid Centered, Lacks Heart
Though the 1941 original “Dumbo” movie is very short, 64 minutes, and full of racist innuendos, that darling flying, big-eared baby elephant is hard to resist—so it makes perfect sense that… Read more about Dumbo (PG) ★½…
Brie Larson’s Captain Marvel Serves as a Role Model for Female Empowerment
“Captain Marvel” stars Brie Larson, Academy Award winner (“Room” 2015), as Carol Danvers, the first female superhero from Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) films—yes;… Read more about Captain Marvel (PG-13) ★★★…
Brilliantly Realized, Stunningly Gorgeous “Apollo 11” Soars
“Apollo 11” is a visual delicacy to be savored long after the extensive credits roll—unlike most documentaries where talking head interviews and newspaper clippings are the main source—director/editor… Read more about Apollo 11 ★★★★…
Ultra-Violent Movie, Lacks Heart and Target Audience
No doubt, we have to talk about those creepy big eyes—from start to finish they are disconcerting—which is a shame, as Alita, the spunky female lead character doesn’t… Read more about Alita: Battle Angel (PG-13) ★½…
Taraji P. Henson Is Magnetic!
Fittingly, this modern-day tale of ‘Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus’ mentality shines a spotlight on the male-dominated workplace and women’s struggles in general to even the playing… Read more about What Men Want (R) ★★★ …
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse ★★★★
Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, are the creative minds behind “The Lego Movie.” Boasting a brand-new visual style that’s the first of its kind. Brooklyn teen Miles Morales, is voiced by… Read more about Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (Radio Podcast)…
ROMA, VICE, BLACK PANTHER WIN BIG AT 24TH CRITICS’ CHOICE AWARDS
Energetic host Taye Diggs, kicked off the evening at the 24th Critics Choice Awards in Santa Monica, CA, with a song and dance number… Read more about Critics Choice Awards 2019 (posted to RogerEbert.com)…
Director and screenplay writer Alfonso Cuarón tells a very personal story of growing up in the 70s in Colonia Roma, Mexico. Roma a story of home, love, hope, courage, and change is female-focused, providing emotional, soul-searching portraits.… Read more about Alfonso Cuarón “ROMA” Interview…
Sarah Knight Adamson’s Favorite and Top 28 Award Worthy Films of 2018
A Star is Born
Black Panther
Won’t You Be My Neighbor?
BlacKkKlansman
Can You Ever Forgive Me?
The Favourite
Green Book
If Beale… Read more about Our Staff’s Top Films of 2018…
Hollywood 360 Radio Podcast aired December 22, 2018
Rob Marshall directs “Mary Poppins Returns” starring Emily Blunt in the sequel to the 1964 movie “Mary Poppins” that starred Julie Andrews.
It’s been over 30 years… Read more about Mary Poppins Returns (PG) ★★★½…
“Bohemian Rhapsody” Costume Designer Julian Day Replicates Freddy Mercury’s Iconic Style
Julian Day’s designs appear in Ron Howard’s “Rush” (2013), Oliver Hirschbiegel’s “Diana” (2013), (Princess Diana, biographical drama), and the soon to be released Elton… Read more about Julian Day Interview, Costume Designer “Bohemian Rhapsody”…
Hollywood 360 Radio Podcast aired December 1, 2018
“The Grinch” is an animated cartoon for kids and adults by Universal Pictures. The film is based on the Dr. Seuss book, “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”… Read more about The Grinch (PG)★★★½…
Heartwarming Tale of Finding a Family
If you’ve ever wondered how the foster care system works in America, the excellent film “Instant Family” provides an up close and personal snapshot from Sean Anders the co-writer… Read more about Instant Family (PG-13) ★★★½…