Robocop (José Padilha, 2014) Paul Verhoeven’s 1987 Robocop was a masterful blend of violent action thriller and social satire. The film slyly … More
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“The Monuments Men,” or George Clooney’s very own “Ocean’s 7-Eleven”
The Monuments Men (George Clooney, 2014) The Monuments Men, the story of 7 middle-aged academics who enlist in the Allied-Forces … More
2013 Movie Mishmash – Short Blurbs on 8 Films I Never Reviewed
Hey, folks – it’s a big deal that I present these 8 reviews NOT in alphabetical order (or any order, for … More
February 7 @ 1pm! Midday on Cinematic Adaptation
[UPDATE: Missed the show? Please listen to the podcast!] On Friday, February 7, Linda DeLibero (Director, Film and Media Studies, Johns Hopkins … More
“The Invisible Woman” Casts a Powerful Shadow
The Invisible Woman (Ralph Fiennes, 2013) “There are dark shadows on the earth, but its lights are stronger in the contrast.” … More
“Lone Survivor” – Much Better Than Its Taglines
Lone Survivor (Peter Berg, 2013) The taglines for Lone Survivor include such gems as: “There’s a storm inside of us. A drive;” … More
She’s So Smart. That’s What I Like About “Her”
Her (Spike Jonze, 2013) Her, a movie about a man who falls in love with a sentient computer operating system, … More
Misadmirogyny: “August: Osage County” and the Women of Tracy Letts
August: Osage County (John Wells, 2013) Depending on how you feel about family dysfunction, your reaction to the latest cinematic adaptation … More
Friday January 10 on WYPR’s Midday with Dan Rodricks: 3 films x 3 reviews
[NOTE: Time was not on our side today – either that or I just talked too much (this was … More
Mr. Reed’s Metaphysical Neighborhood Presents the Best Technical and Artistic Film Work of 2013
Greetings on this first day of the new year! May 2014 bring you all that you most desire and need. … More
