Ralph Breaks the Internet is a Sheer Delight for All Ages
“Ladies and gentlemen, I give you the internet!” ~ Vanellope von Schweetz, “Ralph Breaks the Internet” Who would have imagined 20 years ago that we would have an animated features…
We the Animals Tops 2019 Film Independent Spirit Award Nominations
We The Animals led the nomination this morning when the nominees were announced for the 2019 Film Independent Spirit Awards celebration by Artistic Director Josh Welsh, Gemma Chan (Crazy Rich Asians)and…
Is the Apocalyptic Sandra Bullock Thriller Birdbox a Hit for Netflix?
Is the apocalyptic Sandra Bullock thriller Birdbox a hit for Netflix? Yes and no. Yes, in the regard that Netflix is streaming and producing more and more theatre worthy films…
Blowin’ Up Doc Lifts Lid on Immigration and US Court System
While acting in a musical on Broadway in which the centerpiece topic centered around women in “the life”, I took it upon myself to do a little research. In addition…
Greenbook is a Lesson in Humanity and Racism
Do you know what a ‘greenbook‘ is? Apparently, in the segregated south, the ‘greenbook‘ was a document which listed restaurants and lodging people of color were allowed to patronize in…
Does Nicole Kidman Find True Love in Destroyer?
I’m not gonna lie. After screening Destroyer, I was like what the hell did I just see? There are just enough flash back sequences that confused me about the…
Stan and Ollie is Loving Portrait of Comedy’s Most Memorable Duo
Martin and Lewis. Abbott and Costello. Lucy and Desi. Classic comedy duos made us laugh, but it is there tragic demise that we remember just as vividly. Stan Laurel…
Widows is an Action Adrenaline Shot Heist Flick Starring Viola Davis
Widows is an unexpected, high-octane adrenaline shot heist flick where women are calling the shots. Based on the UK crime series of the same name, four women in Chi-Town think…
JINN Uncovers Insecurity, Religion and Embracing One’s Unique Self
In the age of social media, it’s easy to become jealous or feel inadequate when you look at one’s IG, Twitter or Snapchat posts. It’s even easier to have the…
On The Basis of Sex Honors Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
It wasn’t long ago women weren’t allowed to vote, let alone run for political office, pursue a legal career or become a Supreme Court Justice.…
