Maud Lewis was a quiet housemaid in Nova Scotia whose simple folk art paintings brought her gradual fame in the … More
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“The Blackcoat’s Daughter” is More Bore Than Horror
Some may describe The Blackcoat’s Daughter as “a slow burn.” I think “half baked” is a more apt description. What … More
“Toni Erdmann” Long, Slow and Awkward with Little Payoff
Toni Erdmann, although artful in its execution comes in at a whopping 162 minutes in length. Of this exorbitant time, … More
Why “La La Land” Should Be At The Top Of Your “To Watch List” *Spoiler Free*
Even the most stodgy of movie goers will find thrill in the cornucopia of delights that is the film La … More
“The Dressmaker” Leaves Viewers Scratching Their Heads
As soon as the credits rolled the mixed emotions and opinions of viewers could be heard throughout the theater. What exactly … More
“Morgan” is a Stylized Science Thriller That Misses the Mark
Morgan looks amazing. It’s sanitized and sharp, with impressive sets, a solid cast, and a compelling premise. Unfortunately, the script … More
“Wiener-Dog” is A Somber Reflection of American Heartache
Todd Solondz is a director known for shocking storytelling (Happiness), painful analysis of life in America (Welcome to the Dollhouse), … More
Maggie’s Plan is Forgettable, Muddled and Unsatisfying
Maggie (Greta Gerwig) wants to have a baby so badly, that she’s ready to be artificially inseminated to do so. … More
Movie Review: “City of Gold” is a Charming Bio-Doc About One of America’s Last Great Food Critics
Jonathan Gold is one of the most influential people in creating the concept of how the city of Los Angeles … More
Movie Review: “Krisha”Documents a Life Undone
Watching Krisha is like watching an artistically rendered reality television show gone off the rails. The remarkable acting talent of … More