Hereafter (PG-13) ★★★☆
Cecile De France and Matt Damon in “Hereafter”
He Sees Dead People When He Grips Your Hand
Clint Eastwood directs a very different type of film, that some will probably not like due to the … Read more
Author: Sarah Knight Adamson
Edward Norton and John Curran Director of “Stone” Interview
Sarah’s Backstage Pass was invited to interview Edward Norton and director John Curran at the Trump Tower Hotel in Chicago. Ed is starring in the dramatic film “Stone” he plays a prison inmate and John… Read more
Stone (R) ★★★
Robert De Niro as Jack and Edward Norton as Stone.
Edward Norton as Stone Gives a Haunting Performance
John Curran (“The Painted Veil” 2006) directs a layered, compelling film centering on four main characters’ secrets, … Read more
Secretariat (PG) ★★★☆
(L-R) Diane Lane, Nelsan Ellis, Otto Thorwarth and John Malkovich in “Secretariat”.
The Perfect Family Film − Crossing All Generations
Disney’s “Secretariat” is a heartwarming story about an amazing race horse and its owner, Penny … Read more
The Social Network (PG-13) ★★★★
Justin Timberlake as Sean Parker and Jesse Eisenberg as Mark Zuckerberg in The Social Network.
Friend Me, Tag Me in a Photo, Post on My Wall − Facebook Fans Rejoice as this Critic Clicks: … Read more
Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps (PG-13) ★★★
You Won’t Sleep Through This One
Oliver Stone, director of Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps, is beginning to grow on me. Yes, I’m even a bit surprised myself by this turn of events. And − … Read more
Catfish (PG-13) ★★★☆
Nev talking with Megan
Online Friendship Becomes Personal on Many Levels
From the get-go, Catfish draws you in and doesn’t let you go until the credits are rolling. It’s human nature to be, somewhat, ‘nosey’ … Read more
Interview with Nanette Burstein director of ‘Going the Distance’
Nanette Burstein director of Going the Distance starring Drew Barrymore and Justin Long Chats with WIND am 560’s film critic Sarah Adamson
Backstage Notes: August 11, 2010 – The interview was in a beautiful suite … Read more
Going the Distance (R) ★★★☆
Drew Barrymore as Erin Going the DistancePoster Charlie Day, Jason Sudeikis,Justin Long and Barrymore Click on images to view larger version.
Lots to Laugh About as Barrymore and Long are Hysterically Funny
Drew Barrymore otherwise … Read more
Mao's Last Dancer (PG) ★★★★
Mao’s Last Dancer Poster Li Cunxin Practicing in China Ballet Performance Click on images to view larger version.
An Inspiring, Uplifting Film Based on Courage
Filled with compassion, courage and heartfelt moments, Mao’s Last Dancer… Read more
Interview Nastia Liukin – Olympic Gold Medalist Gymnast
Backstage Notes: Nastia was in Chicago promoting her new SuperGirl line of clothing; a pairing of Warner Bros. and JC Penny’s. We met in the chic Elysian Hotel in Chicago on August 6, 2010. In … Read more
Inception (PG-13) ★★★★
Sweet Dreams Equals Sweet Hollywood Script!
By far, Christopher Nolan’s Inception has been the most highly anticipated film of the summer by both critics and fans. The film challenges your mind and thought processes; you … Read more
Despicable Me (G) ★★★☆
Gru and his minions Despicable Me Poster Gru with the children Click on images to view larger version.
That Villain is Really Very Funny!
Parents and kids will enjoy sitting through Despicable Me as the … Read more
Winter’s Bone (R) ★★★★
Jennifer Lawrence as Ree Dolly Winter’s Bone Poster John Hawkes as Uncle Teardrop Click on images to view larger version.
A Determined Teen Struggles for Survival
If you have ever wondered how life has changed … Read more
The Twilight Saga: Eclipse (PG-13) ★★★
Edward & Bella Eclipse Poster Jacob & Bella Click on images to view larger version.
Total Eclipse of the Heart for Bella
Being of the mind set to ‘live in the moment’ and not look … Read more
Twilight Eclipse: Tyson Houseman, Booboo Stewart and Jodelle Ferland Interview
Sarah’s Backstage Pass/WIND Hollywood 360 interviewed 3 cast members from the latest ‘Twilight’ film ‘Eclipse.’ Sarah Adamson chatted via phone with Tyson Houseman who plays a member of the wolf-pack Quil Ateara, Booboo Stewart another … Read more
Jackie Chang, Jaden Smith, Will Smith “The Karate Kid” Red Carpet Chicago Interviews
AMC River East theater in Chicago, my home away from home, was the site of the Red Carpet event for the new film The Karate Kid. Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan stars of the … Read more
Willie Garson from “Sex and the City” Interview
Willie Garson was in Naperville, Illinois during the opening weekend of Sex and the City 2 at the Hollywood Palm Theater in Naperville, Illinois. I introduced him during a film screening and conducted the Q&A … Read more
Chris Egan Interview with Sarah Adamson
Sarah Adamson talks to “Letters to Juliet” star Chris Egan.… Read more
Evan Lysacek Interview with Sarah Adamson
Evan was interviewed at the Arista Hotel in Naperville Illinois on March 26, 2010 on Evan Lysacek Day in Naperville. Sarah Adamson interviewed him. Full interview on www.SarahsBackstagePass.com… Read more
Iron Man 2 (PG-13) ★★★★
This is Film Entertainment At Its Best!
Robert Downy Jr. is back as Tony Stark, and his outed alias Iron Man; the comic book character that left audiences yearning for more. Not only is there … Read more
Letters to Juliet (PG) ★★★
Romance in the Countryside of Italy, What Could be Better?
If you are in any way a romantic at heart, then you’ll no doubt fall in love with Letters to Juliet. The film tugs … Read more
Shrek Forever After (PG) ★★★☆
Be Careful What You Wish For!
Shrek Forever After 3D opens energetically out of the gate with a hyper-speed carriage and horses scene that is ‘in your face.’ Basically, you’ll be throwing your hands up … Read more