Parasite (R) ★★★★ #FilmFest919
Winner of the Top Cannes Film Festival prize the Palme d’Or
“Parasite” is a South Korean comedy thriller/ horror film, in sub-titles. The world premiere was at the Cannes Film Festival this year, where it … Read more
Movies 2018
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (Radio Podcast)
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 … Read more
Our Staff’s Top Films of 2018
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
The Favourite (R) ★★★½
Not Your Parent’s Period Drama
Every year it seems there are several costume dramas that feature aristocracy, romance and palace intrigue. The latest drama, The Favourite checks all of those boxes, but that is where … Read more
On the Basis of Sex (PG-13) ★★★
Entertaining & Influential
Justices on the Supreme Court do not often reach celebrity status or earn fun monikers, but that is not the case with Ruth Bader Ginsburg or “the Notorious RBG” as the media … Read more
Vice (R) ★★½
Vice Amuses and Confuses
After a second plane crashed into the World Trade Center, Vice President Dick Cheney was whisked away to a secure bunker with other members of the National Security Council. After hearing … Read more
Mary Poppins Returns (PG) ★★★½
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
Ben is Back (R) ★★★½
Julia Roberts at The Top of Her Game
Audiences are in for an extra dose of reality this holiday season with, Ben is Back. Starring the legendary Julia Roberts (Wonder, 2017) as Holly Burns … Read more
The Grinch (PG)★★★½
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
Roma (R) ★★★★
An Emotional Portrait of Director Alfonso Cuarón’s Childhood, “Roma” is a Must-See Masterpiece
Inspired by his upbringing in 1970s Mexico City, Academy Award-winning director Alfonso Cuarón (Gravity, Children of Men) created a cinematic … Read more
Green Book (PG-13) ★★★★
Both Heartbreaking and Heartwarming, Green Book Delivers Knockout Performances
One of the most tried-and-true movie formulas is the road movie: where the main characters set out on a trip that will change their perspective or … Read more
Free Solo (PG-13) ★★★★
A Sensational Documentary That Will Have Hearts Racing
Although the film Free Solo is technically a documentary and has nothing to do with Star Wars’ Han Solo, it’s difficult to think of a Hollywood film … Read more
Instant Family (PG-13) ★★★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
The Nutcracker and the Four Realms (PG) ★★½
Sadly, the Four Realms Lack Heart
The Christmas ballet ‘The Nutcracker’ is a popular worldwide event that’s become a tradition for families. For myself, my daughter performed in a local dance recital as a piece … Read more
Can You Ever Forgive Me? (R) ★★★★
Melissa McCarthy’s Career Best Performance
Based on the true story of New York’s best-selling author Lee Israel, Melissa McCarthy tackles a dramatic role giving one of the best performances of her career. Known for her … Read more
Bohemian Rhapsody (PG-13) ★★★
Rami Malek’s Performance is Epic
Any attempt to recreate the pure magic of the British rock and roll 70s band Queen—all depends upon casting the lead role of the eccentric, ultra-talented Freddie Mercury—in this case, … Read more
The Wife (R) ★★★½
Glen Close Gives the Performance of a Lifetime
The dramatic film, “The Wife,” conjures’ up a range of emotions: sympathy, disgust, shock, and ultimately validation. Beginning with a late night call from Sweden, an elderly … Read more
Studio 54 The Documentary (NR) ★★★½
Party Like it’s 1977
Infamous by name, New York’s Studio 54, served as a glitzy yet, dingy playground for the rich and famous nightclub crowd. Why was it such an enigma? Why did it catapult … Read more
First Man (PG-13) ★★★½
Claire Foy’s Janet Armstrong Sparkles
There’s a saying from the past, “Behind every successful man there is a woman.” In “First Man” (PG-13) Director Damien Chazelle tells the true story of the United States space … Read more
Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween (PG) ★★★
Halloween Fun, Beware of Slappy
Here’s the sequel to “Goosebumps” (2015) both films are based on the children’s horror book series of the same name by R. L. Stine of which millions of young readers … Read more
A Star is Born (R) ★★★★
Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga are Magic
Undeniably, the new “A Star is Born” shines due to the realistic chemistry between Bradley Cooper (Jackson Maine) and Lady Gaga (Ally). Cooper’s directorial debut is a winner, … Read more
Jane Fonda in Five Acts ★★★½
A Heartfelt Journey That Will Not Be Putting on the Brakes Anytime Soon
Regardless of your feelings towards Jane Fonda on her controversial mistakes in Viet Nam in the 70s, this outstanding documentary sheds light … Read more
The House with the Clock in its Walls ★½ (PG)
Non Kid-Centered Movie, Billed for Kids
Here’s what’s truly infuriating—the fact that this beloved young-adult novel fell into the hands of the “Hostel” (torture porn) series horror-famed writer, director, producer Eli Roth. As a film, … Read more
A Simple Favor (R) ★★★½
Dry Martini’s in the Suburbs
Despite the ambiguous genre of this superb diabolical modern-suburbia film—that has themes of mystery, comedy, murder, romance, secrets, and betrayals—for sure it’s one of the best times I’ve had at … Read more