★★★★ (4 Stars) is the Highest Rating
Last Wednesday, May 26, 2010 Chicago AMC River East Theater was the site of the Red Carpet event for the new film, “The Karate Kid.” The weather was a bit warm, but that didn’t bother … Read more
Viola Davis, Octavia Spencer, Emma Stone and Bryce Dallas Howard star in THE HELP.
Film Adaptation Needs No Help
Book clubs across the country are in for a treat. It isn’t often that you head … Read more
Steve Carell, Julianne Moore, Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone are among the cast of CRAZY, STUPID, LOVE © 2011 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved
Strong Cast Elevates This Mostly Love, but sometimes Crazy/Stupid … Read more
(L to R) JOSÉ JULIÁN and DEMIÁN BICHIR star in A BETTER LIFE. Photo: Merrick Morton © 2011 Summit Entertainment, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Deeply Moving, “A Better Life” is Spellbinding
Every now and then … Read more
“Winnie the Pooh” is now in theaters.
The Lovable Bear is Back on the Big Screen
The enduring “Winnie the Pooh” is a timeless, sweet and innocent children’s movie for the younger set that’s based … Read more
Jason Sedeikis, Jason Bateman and Charlie Day in “Horrible Bosses”
America’s Sweetheart Shows Us Her Dark Side
When quitting your job is not an option, something’s got to give. For Nick (Jason Bateman, “The Switch” … Read more
Owen Wilson stars in Woody Allen’s “Midnight in Paris”
Ah…Paris, the city of love, and … Read more
Jordana Beatty is “Judy Moody”
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Judy Moody Transitions Into a ‘NOT Bummer’ Summer Movie“Judy Moody and the NOT Bummer Summer” is a movie filled with fun adventure … Read more
Jack Black returns to voice Po.
That lovable panda is back and in a big way! The first film, “Kung Fu Panda” was nominated for Best Animated Motion Picture during the 2009 Academy Award® season … Read more
The Cast of “Bridesmaids,” Melissa McCarthy, Ellie Kemper, Rose Byrne, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Maya Rudolph & Kristen Wiig Photo Courtesy of Universal Studios
Bring Your Tissues…For Tears of Laughter
I must admit this review is difficult … Read more
John Krasinski, Ginnifer Goodwin, Kate Hudson and Colin Egglesfield in “Something Borrowed”
Something Worth Seeing
Based on Emily Giffin’s book by the same name, “Something Borrowed” was co-produced by Hilary Swank. This incredibly popular novel … Read more
Disney Pixar’s “The Incredibles” now on Blu-ray™ and DVD
“The Incredibles” is an animated Disney Pixar film that has just been released on DVD and Blu-ray. It’s quality family … Read more
Mick Haller (Matthew McConaughey, left) and Louis Roulet (Ryan Phillippe, right) in THE LINCOLN LAWYER. Photo credit: Saeed Adyani
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Just the Facts!
Mystery, Dramatic Thriller − Lionsgate Studios. The film … Read more
Matt Damon and Emily Blunt in “The Adjustment Bureau”
No Adjustments Needed
What would you do if you knew your future was already determined? Your destiny is run by a mysterious group of irrefutably powerful … Read more
From French director Sylvain Chomet “The Illusionist” Photo credit: Sony Pictures
Proof That 2D Animation Is Still Viable
At the risk of dating myself, being a fan of the late, comic genius Red Skelton, I … Read more
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… Read more
Keir Gilchrist and Zack Galifianakis in “It’s Kind of a Funny Story”
Not Really a Funny Story…But a Good Message
Sixteen-year old Craig (played by Keir Gilchrist “Hungry Hills” 2009) feels like his world is … Read more
Left to right: Mark Wahlberg plays “Irish” Micky Ward, Jack McGee plays George Ward, Melissa Leo plays Alice Ward, Christian Bale plays Dicky Eklund and Jackson Nicoll plays Little Dicky in THE FIGHTER.© 2010 Fighter,… Read more
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
Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, and Daniel Radcliffe
An Ominous Beginning to the Bitter End
“These are dark times, there’s no denying,” declares the Minister of Magic, portrayed by Bill Nighy. Truer words were never spoken. … Read more
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
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
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
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