3 out of 5 stars (Average) Note: This was part of my “Making of a Movie Geek” project from when I was 15 years old. Please click the link to read up on this project. Thoughts: Stand By Me is one of the best representations of childhood I’ve ever seen. The acting, characters, and mixture… Continue Reading
Gerwig’s Little Women A Big Misfire
1.5 out of 5 stars (One of the Worst of the Year) I don’t like Greta Gerwig’s Little Women. While it has received near-universal adoration from audiences and critics, I was alternately bored, confused, and frustrated. I loved the 1994 version, so what went wrong? In my opinion, Greta Gerwig’s Little Women entirely misunderstands its… Continue Reading
You’ll Have A Beautiful Day Watching Emotional Drama
4 out of 5 stars (one of the best of the year) I didn’t grow up loving Mister Rogers. While his soothing voice and quiet demeanor lured my younger self to sleep, I have since grown to appreciate Rogers for addressing real-world topics with kids rather than talking down to them. Similarly, A Beautiful Day in… Continue Reading
“Concussion”: Will Smith’s Football/Medical Drama Can’t Score The Winning Goal
2.8 out of 5 stars (decent) Concussion is one of those movies that has a good cast and a very important message, but has too many flaws to win an Oscar or be slated as a classic. The cast members are giving it their all, but are let down by the material in front of them. … Continue Reading
These “Stars” Have Very Bright Futures
5 out of 5 stars (one of the best films I’ve ever seen, period) I am not a fan of “romantic movies.” This is because Hollywood screenwriters usually go through the motions, having the couple meet up in some quirky way, then having them form a hastily-assembled relationship so they can have sex and earn… Continue Reading
“Frankenweenie”: Burton’s Creation is Frightfully Freaky, but Fun
3 out of 5 stars (average) Tim Burton is a master of the macabre and a stockpile of strangeness. His movies are dark, usually fantastical pieces that manage to entertain. Over the past couple of years, critics have felt that Burton is losing his touch. Let’s be honest: “Alice in Wonderland” was visually amusing, but… Continue Reading