Almost Famous slipped through my filter back in 2000. I never saw it until this film club and I'm disappointed that I missed it then. It was engaging, well-written, and almost existential with its love and appreciation for the ending era of post-Woodstock rock n' roll before the days of disco took over. I was impressed by its huge doses of heart from the many characters.
Read MoreTake This Waltz is being called brave, funny, sexy, delicate, honest, erotic, and moving. Let me just say, it is all of those things and more.
Read MoreMatching the dozen flowers that better be on your mothers' desk or kitchen table this weekend, here are the twelve best movie mothers and their life lessons. Pick one of these movies up this weekend and make room for some of that quality time. You and your mom will appreciate it.
Read MoreThe movie, whether your are a fan of the comics and previous movies or not, is infectious summer blockbuster fun. Those going in casual may just come out a fan. The Avengers delivers the comic book action, beefy heroics, impressive special effects, and 3D spectacle as advertised. When put up against the previous movie greats of the genre, The Avengers might just chisel out its own spot on the Mount Rushmore of comic book movies
Read MorePinterest's one hitch has been its nearly one-sided, female-skewing appeal. It's labeled as a "chick thing." Some would argue that's the site's niche rather than hitch. Personally, I'm all for ladies sharing their interests, but, like Brad Paisley sings, "I'm still a guy."
Read MoreFor April's National Volunteer Month, I present the top ten movies that feature volunteer work. Though dominated by military volunteers, the following list is a nice selection of stories and movies.
Read MoreIf anything, American Reunion is adding a little bit of surprising depth to its well-worn trail while retaining its R-rated tendencies. This latest edition of the American Pie franchise is the most John Hughes-iest of the series. There are really satisfying moments of heart to match all of the comedy and they effectively add to the experience.
Read MoreThis editorial will spotlight a list of the best movie fires and the best firefighter movies.
Read MoreIn honor of the opening day of the 2012 Major League Baseball season, I felt obliged, just as I did with an editorial last fall for the opening of the NFL and college football seasons, to put my reputation on the line with my picks for the best baseball movies of all-time.
Read MoreThis month in 2012, just in time for the 100th anniversary of the ship's fateful maiden voyage and the 100th birthday of Paramount Pictures, Titanic has been meticulously re-mastered for a 3D re-release to movie theaters around the world.
Read MoreFor this new editorial, I'm listing the most desired and long-awaited movie sequels, both past and present. To qualify for my list, the gap between the original and the present day must be greater than five years.
Read MoreIn honor (or is it dishonor) of the one-year anniversary of the Japanese tsunami disaster and with the Mayan prophecy hanging over the calendar year of 2012, I've been presented with the editorial initiative entitled "Doomsday Preparations."
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