Top Ten Movies of 2010
- The Fighter
- 127 Hours
- The Social Network
- The Black Swan
- Inception
- The Town
- Despicable Me
- Iron Man 2
- Date Night
- Winter’s Bone
- Shutter Island
Author: Sarah Knight Adamson
Black Swan (R) ★★★★
Natalie Portman in “Black Swan”
Perfectionism − Should be Considered a Character Flaw
“Black Swan” stars Natalie Portman in her most riveting role to date. She carries the film to great lengths and in most… Read more about Black Swan (R) ★★★★…
Ralf Schmerberg Director “Problema” Interview
Sarah Adamson Interviews Filmmaker Ralf Schmerberg of the movie “Problema.”
If you happened to attend The Chicago Film Festival this past October you may have heard the buzz surrounding this extraordinary one-of-a-kind film. “Problema” posed… Read more about Ralf Schmerberg Director “Problema” Interview…
Danny Boyle Academy Award Winner Best Director Interview
Danny Boyle Interview with Sarah Adamson in Chicago
“127 Hours” Round Table Interview October 14, 2010 Elysian Hotel
Backstage Notes: Danny Boyle was really cool to meet in person as he’s a people person who… Read more about Danny Boyle Academy Award Winner Best Director Interview…
Beauty and the Beast on BluRay/DVD ★★★★
Robby Benson voices the Beast and Paige O’Hara voices Belle
Disney’s Diamond Edition of “Beauty and the Beast” Is a Gem
It is hard to believe that it has been 19 years since Disney’s “Beauty… Read more about Beauty and the Beast on BluRay/DVD ★★★★…
IMAX Opening in Naperville ShowPlace 16 – Sign up to get FREE tickets to “Megamind”
Megamind Poster
In honor of the new IMAX opening an official “blue” ribbon cutting ceremony (by Mayor George Pradel) and the proclamation of ‘Blue Day’ will take place prior to a free private screening of… Read more about IMAX Opening in Naperville ShowPlace 16 – Sign up to get FREE tickets to “Megamind”…
Cécile De France Interview “Hereafter”
Star of “Hereafter” Cecile De France Interview with Sarah Knight Adamson
I interviewed Cecile De France at the Elysian Hotel in Chicago on October 14, 2010. She’s a Belgium actress who most of us haven’t… Read more about Cécile De France Interview “Hereafter”…
127 Hours (R) ★★★★
James Franco stars in ‘127 Hours’
Okay Kids−Always Tell Your Mother Where You Are Going!
Here’s an example of what happens when a seasoned director; Academy Award winner Danny Boyle (“Slumdog Millionaire” 2008) meets up… Read more about 127 Hours (R) ★★★★…
Chicago International Film Festival 46th Boasts Big Talent
46th Chicago International Film Festival
The staff of Sarah’s Backstage Pass used the old adage, ‘divide and conquer’ in approaching coverage of the 46th annual Chicago International Film Festival Oct. 7th through October 21, 2010.… Read more about Chicago International Film Festival 46th Boasts Big Talent…
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 about Hereafter (PG-13) ★★★☆…
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 about Edward Norton and John Curran Director of “Stone” Interview…
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 about Stone (R) ★★★…
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 about Secretariat (PG) ★★★☆…
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: LIKE… Read more about The Social Network (PG-13) ★★★★…
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 about Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps (PG-13) ★★★…
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 about Catfish (PG-13) ★★★☆…
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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 about Interview with Nanette Burstein director of ‘Going the Distance’…
Going the Distance (R) ★★★☆
Drew Barrymore as Erin
Going the DistancePoster
Charlie Day, Jason Sudeikis,Justin Long and Barrymore
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Lots to Laugh About as Barrymore and Long are Hysterically Funny
Drew Barrymore otherwise… Read more about Going the Distance (R) ★★★☆…
Mao's Last Dancer (PG) ★★★★
Mao’s Last Dancer Poster
Li Cunxin Practicing in China
Ballet Performance
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An Inspiring, Uplifting Film Based on Courage
Filled with compassion, courage and heartfelt moments, Mao’s Last Dancer… Read more about Mao's Last Dancer (PG) ★★★★…
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 about Interview Nastia Liukin – Olympic Gold Medalist Gymnast…
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 will be… Read more about Inception (PG-13) ★★★★…
Despicable Me (G) ★★★☆
Gru and his minions
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Gru with the children
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That Villain is Really Very Funny!
Parents and kids will enjoy sitting through Despicable Me as the… Read more about Despicable Me (G) ★★★☆…
Winter’s Bone (R) ★★★★
Jennifer Lawrence as Ree Dolly
Winter’s Bone Poster
John Hawkes as Uncle Teardrop
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A Determined Teen Struggles for Survival
If you have ever wondered how life has changed… Read more about Winter’s Bone (R) ★★★★…